How to Benefit from Malta Government’s Get Qualified Scheme Refund on 70% of the tuition fees
The Malta Get Qualified Scheme is a Maltese government initiative that allows students who complete a study programme to receive a refund on 70% of their tuition fees. In short, it gives you 70% back on your tuition fees on a recognised certification, diploma, degree or post-graduate degree.
The scheme is applicable to individuals who complete a course of studies leading to a recognised certification, diploma, degree or post-graduate degree courses. The scheme covers qualifications rated at Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) level 3 and above. All our courses are fully internationally recognised and awarded by our trusted partners.
- Foundation Diploma Courses (MQF Level 4)
- Diploma Courses (MQF Level 5)
- Bachelor's Degrees (MQF Level 6)
- Postgraduate Diplomas (MQF Level 7)
- Master's Degrees (MQF Level 7)
Good news for students, the Get Qualified Scheme - initially set to end in December 2023, will continue. This update comes from the Budget 2024 announcement by Finance Minister Clyde Caruana on October 30, 2023. Details and the official legal notice are on the way and expected soon.
You'll receive 70% back on your tuition fees after you graduate and successfully complete your course. The tuition fee costs are recovered in the form of tax-credits and which covers;
- Tuition fees paid to universities, institutions, or entities recognized by the Ministry for Education and Employment
- Fees for examinations required to achieve your qualification, as long as the course is approved.
It’s important to understand whether your programme awards a qualification which is recognised in Malta. If you can find the awarding body, it is very likely that you can benefit from the Get Qualified Scheme. As a rule of thumb: if the course is officially recognised in the UK or EU, then it's probably recognised in Malta.
Malta Qualification Framework Levels
| MQF Level Qualification | Tax Credit Capping |
|---|---|
| (Vocational Certificates/Diplomas/Qualifications) | €1,500 |
| (Vocational Certificates/Diplomas/Qualifications) | €2,500 |
| (Undergraduate Diploma) | €3,500 |
| (Bachelor's Degree) | €12,500 |
| (Post-graduate Degree, Diploma or Certificate) | €15,000 |
| (Doctorate) | €25,000 |
| Other Courses (specialised courses which are non-MQF level-rated) | €2,000 |
The tax credit amount can reach up to 70% of the eligible costs. The following breakdown illustrates the maximum tax credit capping based on the Malta Qualification Framework (MQF) levels:
