Master in Measurement and Assessment

The University of Malta, based in Msida, is the island nation’s oldest and largest higher education institution, serving over 13,000 students including around 2,000 internationals. It provides a broad portfolio of undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs across humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering and medicine. As a public university with strong regional ties, it combines traditional scholarship with modern curricular development and European academic networks.

Academically, the university emphasizes multidisciplinary teaching and research. Students can access well-resourced libraries, laboratories and teaching facilities while engaging with faculty involved in EU-funded and regional projects. Programs follow Bologna-aligned structures, enabling credit mobility and clear progression from foundational study to advanced research. International partnerships and study-abroad options enhance language learning, comparative study and employability in a range of public and private sectors.

Student life in Malta offers a compact, multicultural setting with accessible campuses and a supportive student services network. International students receive orientation, academic advising and assistance with housing and administrative matters. Career services connect graduates with internships and employers across the Mediterranean region and beyond. The University of Malta is a practical choice for students who want a broad, research-active institution in a multilingual, historically rich environment that supports international mobility and professional development.

The Master in Measurement and Assessment is a one-year program for those who want to become professional educators specializing in measurement and evaluation. It's a Master's degree in Education, taught in English, at the University of Malta.

The curriculum covers Research Methods in Education, Psychometrics and Assessment in Education, and Statistics with R. Students will develop skills in analyzing educational data and creating effective assessment tools through hands-on projects, including a research project.

Graduates can work as Educational Assessment Specialists, Psychometricians, Data Analysts in Education, or Research Officers, in educational institutions, government agencies, or private organizations focused on educational research and policy.