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University of Malta PhD Scholarship
by University of Malta (L-Università ta' Malta) · University of Malta
🕐 Last updated: June 18, 2026
🏆 Fully Funded 🔴 Active / Recurring 🎓 PhD (Doctorate) 🌍 Malta 📌 Merit-based / Research-based
60%
Match
8%
Win Rate
9/10
Effort
10/10
Reward
60-80 hrs
Time Needed
Award
Varies (Stipends for funded projects often range from €8,000 to €18,000 per annum)
Duration
Typically 3 to 4 years (Full-time)
Deadline
Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling)
Level
PhD (Doctorate)
Acceptance
Check official website (Depends heavily on faculty capacity and funding)
Difficulty
High
Quick Summary

University of Malta (L-Universit ta' Malta) offers University of Malta PhD Scholarship, a fully funded opportunity designed for international students heading to Malta. The award covers The scholarship typically offers a full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the PhD and, in many project-specific cases, a monthly living allowance or stipend for the researcher. and is open to phd (doctorate) students studying all research areas available at the university (stem, humanities, social sciences, medicine, etc.). The scholarship runs for typically 3 to 4 years (full-time) and may be renewed annually based on academic performance. Eligibility is generally based on open to high-achieving domestic and international students who meet the entry requirements for a PhD at the University of Malta and have secured a supervisor. The application deadline is Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling), with an acceptance rate of approximately Check official website (Depends heavily on faculty capacity and funding). Competition for this scholarship varies year to year, so early preparation of required documents is recommended.

✨ Should I Apply for University of Malta PhD Scholarship?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
60%
Eligibility Match
8%
Win Probability
9/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
60-80 hrs
Time Required
Varies (Highly competitive for funded positions)
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Varies (Stipends for funded projects often range from €8,000 to €18,000 per annum)
Duration
Typically 3 to 4 years (Full-time)
📅
Deadline
Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling)
🔬
Fields
All research areas available at the university (STEM, Humanities, Social Sciences, Medicine, etc.)
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies annually based on available research funding and department budgets
🌏
Study Country
Malta
🏛️
Provider
University of Malta (L-Università ta' Malta)
📊
Acceptance
Check official website (Depends heavily on faculty capacity and funding)
The University of Malta PhD Scholarships are designed to attract talented researchers to contribute to the institution's growing research output. Scholarships range from partial support to fully funded positions through project-specific grants funded by the university, the Maltese government, or EU research frameworks. Candidates are encouraged to explore specific calls within faculties such as ICT, Engineering, Social Wellbeing, and Medicine.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to high-achieving domestic and international students who meet the entry requirements for a PhD at the University of Malta and have secured a supervisor.
🏛️ Host University
University of Malta
🤝 Sponsor
University of Malta and Research, Innovation & Development Trust (RIDT)
🔬 Fields of Study
All research areas available at the university (STEM, Humanities, Social Sciences, Medicine, etc.)
✨ Key Benefits
The scholarship typically offers a full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the PhD and, in many project-specific cases, a monthly living allowance or stipend for the researcher.
🎯 Target Students
Domestic, EU/EEA, and International students
🏷 Tags
PhD Malta Research Scholarship International Students Tuition Waiver Doctorate
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies by faculty
Applicants Last Year
Varies by faculty
Winners
Check official website (Depends heavily on faculty capacity and funding)
Acceptance Rate
Varies (Highly competitive for funded positions)
Competition Level
Win Probability
8%
Match Score
60%
Competition
95%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (Often provided as a full or partial waiver for non-EU/EEA students)
Living Stipend
Varies (Included in specific funded PhD project calls; otherwise not guaranteed)
Total Award
Varies (Stipends for funded projects often range from €8,000 to €18,000 per annum)
✈️ Travel: Varies (Often available through individual research grants or Erasmus+ mobility) 🏠 Accommodation: No 💊 Health Insurance: Varies (EU students use EHIC; non-EU students must typically provide their own private insurance) 🔄 Renewable: Yes 💳 App Fee: €95 (Standard application fee for international applicants)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Often provided as a full or partial waiver for non-EU/EEA students)
🏠 Living Stipend
Varies (Included in specific funded PhD project calls; otherwise not guaranteed)
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
Varies (Often available through individual research grants or Erasmus+ mobility)
💊 Health Insurance
Varies (EU students use EHIC; non-EU students must typically provide their own private insurance)
🎁 Other Benefits
Access to research laboratories, library resources, office space, and professional development workshops
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Subject to satisfactory annual progress reports and meeting research milestones
Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Applicants must hold a relevant Master's degree with high academic standing and have an approved research proposal
🎓 Academic Level
PhD (Doctorate)
📊 Minimum GPA
Equivalent to a First Class or Upper Second Class Honours degree
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS (6.5 minimum) or TOEFL equivalent (for non-native speakers)
💼 Work Experience
Not mandatory, but relevant research or professional experience is highly valued
🏆 Leadership
Not explicitly required, but demonstrated leadership in research projects is beneficial
💰 Financial Need
No (Selection is primarily based on academic and research merit)
🎯 Target Students
Domestic, EU/EEA, and International students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Comprehensive research proposal and statement of purpose required)
Rec Letters
Yes (Usually 2-3 academic references)
Interview
Yes (Standard part of the PhD selection process with the potential supervisor/panel)
Application Fee
€95 (Standard application fee for international applicants)
Documents Required
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport / National ID
  • Yes (Usually 2-3 academic references) Recommendation Letters
  • CV / Resume
  • Personal Statement / Essays
  • IELTS (6.5 minimum) or TOEFL equivalent (for non-native speakers)
  • Interview: Yes (Standard part of the PhD selection process with the potential supervisor/panel)
  • Min GPA: Equivalent to a First Class or Upper Second Class Honours degree
📋 Application Process
Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying to align your research interests with the university’s clusters.
💡 Insider Tip: Ensure your research proposal is highly specific, feasible within 3 years, and demonstrates a clear contribution to the field.
🗾️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
Varies (Calls are published throughout the academic year on the official UM website)
⏰ Deadline
Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling)
🎤 Interview
Yes (Standard part of the PhD selection process with the potential supervisor/panel)
🎓 Study Starts
October or February (Principal intake periods)
Varies (Calls are published throughout the academic year on the official UM website)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application - no late entries
Yes (Standard part of the PhD selection process with the potential supervisor/panel)
Shortlisting and Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
October or February (Principal intake periods)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic excellence, quality and feasibility of the research proposal, and performance during the interview.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Open to high-achieving domestic and international students who meet the entry requirements for a PhD at the University of Malta and have secured a supervisor.
This scholarship covers: The scholarship typically offers a full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the PhD and, in many project-specific cases, a monthly living allowance or stipend for the researcher.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is Varies (Project-specific calls have different deadlines; general admission is often rolling). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Varies (Highly competitive for funded positions). Acceptance rate: Check official website (Depends heavily on faculty capacity and funding). Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS (6.5 minimum) or TOEFL equivalent (for non-native speakers), Yes (Usually 2-3 academic references) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.
🌎 Official Information
🕐 Last updated: June 18, 2026
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