University of Malta welcomes over 5,500 new students

More than 5,500 new students are starting their studies at the University of Malta as the 2026 KSU Freshers’ Week gets underway.

On Monday, the university recorded more than 2,500 new students enrolled in undergraduate courses, while over 2,200 are starting postgraduate studies.

The University is also welcoming around 350 Erasmus+ students, 500 visiting students taking micro-credentials and 2,000 international students from 130 countries studying during the 2026/27 academic year.

(Photo: University of Malta)

More than 1,100 new students are also joining Junior College this year, bringing its total student population to over 2,100.

In total, more than 13,000 students are enrolled at the University of Malta this year across the 931 courses available.

The new academic year was marked by an opening ceremony at Sir Temi Zammit Hall, where Rector Prof. Frank Bezzina delivered his first welcome address to a new student cohort since taking office.

Speaking under the theme ‘Building Tomorrow through Knowledge, Purpose and Community’, Bezzina said the University had a role in responding to new challenges and contributing to national debate and development.

“We want what comes out of teaching and research at the University to have a positive impact on our country,” Bezzina said.

KSU President Nick Muscat speaking at the opening ceremony (Photo: University of Malta)

KSU President Nick Muscat, also present at the ceremony, encouraged students to make use of university life beyond their academic studies, including by getting involved in student organisations and causes.

Minister Byron Camilleri, Bezzina, and Muscat later officially opened Freshers’ Week at the University stand.

“We want a university that not only gives students the knowledge and qualifications they need, but also helps them develop their skills, confidence and ambition,” Camilleri said whilst highlighting education should go beyond investments in infrastructure and finances, and more towards students’ knowledge, talent and potential.