The European Union is now sponsoring postgraduate scholarships for both EU, Nigerian and other international students under the Malta Government Endeavour Scholarship for the 2025/26 academic year.
This program covers tuition, study-related expenses, and may include a living allowance for successful candidates pursuing Master’s or PhD degrees in Malta.
According to Scholarship Region, the scholarship is part of the Endeavour II Scheme, meant to support higher education and research in Malta while also addressing labour market needs and boosting international competitiveness.
Scholarship Aims to Strengthen Higher Education and Research in Malta
The Malta Government Endeavour Scholarships Scheme is aimed at individuals pursuing tertiary education at MQF Level 7 (Master’s) and MQF Level 8 (PhD). It supports candidates working toward academic and professional growth while contributing to Malta’s economic sectors.
The program’s stated objectives include:
- Supporting academic research.
- Reducing skill shortages in key sectors.
- Encouraging science, technology, and innovation.
- Increasing research and development output in Malta.
The scholarship is open to applicants from all countries, and no IELTS is required. The deadline to apply is June 13th, 2025.
Who Can Apply and What the Scholarship Covers
To be eligible, applicants must be either Maltese nationals or international students seeking to enroll in a Master’s or PhD program. Those who already hold a Master’s degree may apply for a PhD scholarship, but are not eligible for another Master’s or lower-level program.
The scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Possible additional allowance
- Technical and study-related expenses
- Study Abroad Allowance (SAA), where applicable
Candidates must not already be enrolled in a PhD program or another qualification at the same academic level.
Fields of Study and Required Documents
Applicants must be ready to submit their applications for programs in specific fields that align with Malta’s national priorities. These include:
- Environmental Studies and Sustainability
- Finance
- Health
- Information and Communication Technology
- Management-related studies
- Maritime-related studies
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Transport and Logistics
- Veterinary-related studies
Documents and eligibility requirements are detailed in the scholarship guidelines, and applicants must follow the procedures as laid out by the scholarship body.
Step-by-Step Application Process
To apply for the Malta Government Endeavour Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage through the provided link.https://www.servizz.gov.mt/en/Pages/Education_-Science-and-Technology/Education-Services/Scholarships/WEB1128/default.aspx
- Complete the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Eligible applicants will be invited for an initial interview.
- Candidates who pass the interview will proceed to the next stage, which involves submitting final documents by the second deadline on October 10, 2025.
- Final selection and scholarship awards will be based on compliance with the Fourth Call Endeavour II Regulations.
Applicants are advised to review all criteria carefully and ensure that all documents are accurate and submitted on time.
