Malta Government Endeavour Scholarships Scheme 2025/26

If you are a motivated individual aspiring to pursue advanced studies at the Master’s or Doctoral level, the Malta Government Endeavour Scholarships Scheme 2025/26 offers a golden opportunity to receive financial assistance while building a competitive academic and professional future. The call is now open, inviting applications from eligible candidates to benefit from a scheme designed to boost Malta’s knowledge-based economy through education.

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🗒️ Scholarship Summary

• Location: Malta or Abroad

• Host Institution: Recognised Local or International Higher Education Institutions

• Study Level: Master’s Degree (MQF Level 7), Doctoral Degree (MQF Level 8)

• Target Group: Maltese citizens and long-term residents in Malta (including EU/EEA nationals)

• Fields of Study/Focus:

  • Education

  • Environmental Studies and Sustainability

  • Finance

  • Health

  • ICT

  • Management

  • Maritime Studies

  • STEM

  • Tourism and Hospitality

  • Transport and Logistics

  • Veterinary Studies

• Value and Coverage:

  • Up to €113 per ECTS for MQF Level 7 (abroad), €65 per ECTS (Malta)

  • Up to €32,000 for MQF Level 8 tuition and bench fees

  • Additional allowances: €4,000/year (study abroad), €2,000/year (assistance or disability)

• Duration: Full programme duration (until October 2029)

• Application Deadline: 13th June 2025, at noon (local time)

• Eligible to: Citizens of Malta, EU/EEA nationals with permanent residence, and third-country nationals with long-term residence status in Malta

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💡 Scholarship Overview

The Endeavour II Scholarships Scheme is administered by the Scholarships Unit within Malta’s Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research, and Innovation and is co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) 2021–2027. It supports postgraduate education at MQF Levels 7 and 8, aiming to reduce skill gaps, enhance innovation, and foster Malta’s socio-economic growth.

🧩 Programme Structure:

• Open to full-time, part-time, distance learning, or blended learning modalities (Level 7 only).

• Full-time only for Level 8 (doctoral) studies.

• Programmes must be recognised by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) or MQRIC-equivalent.

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🎁 Scholarship Benefits

MQF Level 7 (Master's):Government

• €113 per ECTS (foreign institutions) or €65 per ECTS (Maltese institutions)

• €4,000/year Study Abroad Allowance (if applicable)

• Up to €2,400/year for on-campus visits (distance/blended learners)

• €2,000/year Assistance Allowance (for eligible applicants)

• €2,000/year Disability Allowance (if applicable)

MQF Level 8 (Doctoral):

• Up to €32,000 (tuition and bench fees combined)

• €4,000/year Study Abroad Allowance

• Up to €1,600 travel allowance (max 8 research-related visits)

• Same assistance/disability allowance eligibility as Level 7

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✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be a Maltese citizen, EU/EEA national with permanent residence, or a third-country national with long-term residence status in Malta.

• Have resided in Malta for at least five years before application.

• Be applying for a programme starting between 9th May 2025 and 8th May 2026.

• Not already hold a qualification at the same or higher MQF level.

• Not be receiving any full scholarship for the same course from other Maltese public sources.

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Application Procedure

All applications must be submitted online at myscholarship.gov.mt by Friday, 13th June 2025, at noon (Malta local time). Supporting documentation not available by that date may be submitted by 10th October 2025 at 4:00 PM, but only if clearly indicated.

📂 Required Documents

A scanned copy of the following documents must be uploaded with the application:

1. Work and Education Form (Schedule II) (Mandatory)

2. Motivational Letter (~300 words) clearly highlighting the relevance of the proposed study to the selected priority area (Mandatory)

3. Academic Transcripts/Results (if available)

4. Unconditional Offer/Letter of Acceptance (ULA) from the Recognised Institution (if available)

5. MQRIC Evaluation Report or Receipt (for qualifications not issued by UoM, MCAST, or ITS)

6. EU Disability Card (if applicable)

7. Permanent Residence Permit (Mandatory for non-Maltese applicants)

8. Declaration Form (Schedule I) (Mandatory)

9. Confirmation of Area of Study from the University sent directly to the Endeavour Office (if available)

10. Assistance Allowance Declaration (Schedule III) (Mandatory)

ℹ️ Additional Notes:

• Only programmes accredited and recognised by MFHEA or through MQRIC are eligible.

• Applicants must provide official proof of start and end dates, ECTS workload, tuition and bench fees, and study modality in the ULA.

• Applications are reviewed based on academic merit (20%), motivation letter (65%), and work experience (15%).

📬 Contact & Further Information

For queries or support:

ENDEAVOUR II Scholarships Scheme Office

Scholarships Unit – MEYRRoom 234, Education BuildingGreat Siege Road, Floriana VLT 2000

📧 Email: endeavour.meyr@gov.mt

🌐 https://myscholarship.gov.mt

📂 Resources

For detailed information, download the official Application Guide PDF here

🔗 OFFICIAL APPLICATION LINK

Malta Government Endeavour Scholarships Scheme 2025/26

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