Overview

This unique joint programme offered by the University of Malta and Queen Mary University of London brings the best educational standards in medical training that both institutions have to offer.

In the current era of evidence-based medicine, the Surgical Skills programme at the University of Malta originators have developed a competency-based training curriculum that will provide you with hands on training for developing surgical skills using latest surgical simulation technology, thus enabling you to improve the surgical skills that are essential for building confidence in clinical practice and improving patient welfare. Proficiency in operative technique requires time, repetition, and deliberate practice, and this M.Sc. programme provides you with an opportunity to distribute training over several months.

Career opportunities

As a successful graduate, you will have further opportunity for surgical training, research and knowledge exchange internationally.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied Surgical Anatomy and Physiology
Laparoscopic Skills
Sutures, Instruments and Anastomotic Suturing Techniques
Sepsis and Soft Skills in Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgical Skills in Gynaecology
Bowel and Other Tissue Suturing
Practical Surgical Skills in Hysteroscopic Gynaecology
Virtual Reality Immersive Learning - Cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic Simulation and Cadaver Training

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-20 00:00:00

Language

English

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95

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Msida, Malta

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences View 9 other Masters in Health Sciences in Malta

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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95

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a first cycle degree obtained from this University, or from any other higher education institution approved by Senate for this purpose, and satisfy also the Special Course Requirements and any other conditions included
The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of one of the following qualifications:

the degree of Doctor of Medicine and Surgery or
a qualification deemed by Senate, on the recommendation of the Faculty Board, to be equivalent to the qualification listed in (a) or
an Allied Health Science degree with a classification of Second Class (Honours) or better.
All applicants must present a Police Conduct Certificate, which must not be issued earlier than six months from the date of application.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

15975 EUR / year

≈ 15975 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

8975 EUR / year

≈ 8975 EUR / year

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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