Highlights
Tuition fee
6700 EUR / year
3000 EUR / year
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Tuition fee
6700 EUR / year
3000 EUR / year
Unknown
Duration
48 months
Duration
48 months
Apply date
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Apply date
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Start date
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Campus location
Msida, Malta
Campus location
Msida, Malta
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

Family Therapy and Systemic Practice from University of Malta is a professional training course where you will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to become qualified family and systemic therapists.

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Overview

Family Therapy and Systemic Practice from  University of Malta  enables you to develop reflective practice in your clinical work, as well as explores specialized issues and current theoretical debates in family therapy and systemic consultation and supervision.

The programme of studies extends over a period of four years of part-time study which involves taught units as well as yearly core practicals (which may be held during the day and/or evenings) undertaken in different local therapeutic contexts providing the basis for the development of systemic skills and practice. Individuals who already hold a recognized Postgraduate Diploma in Family Therapy and who fulfil the necessary criteria for eligibility, may be considered for admission to the third year. The course also includes a research component involving the writing of a dissertation.

Career:

This course will offer enhanced opportunities for employment as a family therapist in different contexts, in addition to giving the individual a professional status. It enhances the ability to understand different relationships, meanings, beliefs, and dynamics across various systems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Family Therapy and Systemic Practice and Other Psychological Models
  • Application of Family Therapy Techniques
  • Presentation of Key Systemic Concepts
  • Core Practicum 1
  • Understanding Psychopathology. A General and Systemic Approach

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
95
OR
5
PTE Academic
71
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Msida, Malta

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
95
OR
5
PTE Academic
71
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Applicants must be proficient in the Maltese Language and be in possession of the following qualifications: a Bachelor degree from this University, or another higher education institution recognized by Senate for the purpose, with at least Second Class Honours or Category II in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Youth and Community Studies or in any other area of study deemed relevant by the Board.
  • Applicants are also required to have one year work experience that is normally gained within the psychosocial sector. Applicants are required to present a letter of attestation demonstrating that they are in possession of a minimum of 1200 hours of such work experience. Work experience that is gained from within the voluntary sector shall also be considered.

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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
    6700 EUR / year
    ≈ 6700 EUR / year
  • EU/EEA

    EU/EEA Nationals
    3000 EUR / year
    ≈ 3000 EUR / year

Additional Details

Non EU Applicants:

  • Total Tuition Fees: Eur 26,800
  • Fee per academic year: Eur 6,700

Local/EU/EEA Applicants:

  • Total Tuition Fees: Eur 12,000
  • Yrs 1 and 2: Fee per semester: Eur 1,250
  • Yrs 3 and 4: Fee per semester: Eur 1,750

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 Family Therapy and Systemic Practice.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
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
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
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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