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Tuition fee
7200 EUR / year
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7200 EUR / year
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Duration
18 months
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18 months
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Campus location
Msida, Malta
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Msida, Malta
Taught in
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About

The M.Sc. in Insurance and Risk Management programme from University of Malta will equip you with all-round applied knowledge, experience and skills necessary to succeed in the volatile and constantly evolving fields of insurance and risk management.

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Overview

The Insurance and Risk Management programme from University of Malta combines a practical approach to theory and creates a stimulating and challenging learning environment. The main aim of this postgraduate degree is for you to be ideally-positioned in order to build a successful career within the exciting and increasingly-complex business world, or utilise the tools learned in your existing career pathway.

In fact, the strength of this programme lies in its unparalleled cross-disciplinary treatment of the latest conceptual and methodological developments within Insurance and Risk Management, drawing on expertise and knowledge from various fields of study, while at the same time demonstrating how these ideas relate to diverse real-world settings through exposure to applied research and case studies.

Careers

  • Insurance and Risk Management present opportunities to work almost anywhere in the world, with numerous opportunities in Malta and in major countries and cities. The global economic environment is characterised by growing uncertainties and challenges, meaning that there has never been a better time to venture into the world of insurance and risk management, with growing demand for these skills and knowledge across several industries and business sectors.
  • Some risk and insurance positions require the professional to be өn the fieldԠmeeting clients or examining facilities; some are more quantitative in nature; while others require leadership skills as part of complex, international projects. Whatever your preferences, you are sure to find a stimulating and interesting career to suit your needs, with often generous remuneration packages.
  • Career pathways include but are not limited to :
  • Claims Investigator, Loss Prevention Field Representative, Risk Manager/Analyst, Sales Agent/Broker, Underwriter (Risk Selection), Marketing Representative, Customer Service Representative, Information Technology, Health, Product Development, Finance/Accounting, Management Executive, Investment Advisors, Portfolio Advisors, Portfolio Managers, Actuary professionals.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Advanced Insurance Practices
  • Advanced Commercial Lines
  • Risk Management Theory and Practice
  • Applied IRM Research Techniques
  • EU Risk Governance Regulation
  • Advanced Personal Lines

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
95
PTE Academic
71
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Msida, Malta

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
95
PTE Academic
71
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • the degree of Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Insurance and Risk Management obtained with at least Second Class Honours or
  • the Advanced Diploma in Insurance awarded by the Chartered Institute of Insurance (UK.) or
  • the degree of Bachelor of Commerce with Insurance as one of the two main areas of study, obtained with at least Category II or
  • a degree with at least Second Class Honours or Category II, in any other area deemed relevant by the Board of Studies
  • a qualification deemed by Senate, on the recommendation of the Board of Studies, to be comparable to the qualifications listed in paragraphs (a), (b) and (c).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    7200 EUR / year
    7200 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    Free

Additional Details

  • Local/EU/EEA Applicants: Annual Enrolment Fee: 400

Living costs

Msida

Malta
690 - 1170 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Insurance and Risk Management.

Available Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
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Merit-based

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Headway
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2026
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jul 2026
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
5000 SEK
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Kreditkortlistan Financial Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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CryptoRunner
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
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ACES: The Society for Editing
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Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2026
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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
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Florida Rentals
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
18 Jun 2026
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
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European Commission
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2026
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MyUS
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
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