Queen Mary University of London Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Malta

The Victoria campus is a state-of-the-art facility designed specifically for 21st-century medical training.

• Anatomy Centre: A modern facility featuring high-tech dissection areas, digital imaging tools, and anatomical models.
• Clinical Simulation Centre: Equipped with life-like mannequins and simulated ward environments to develop practical skills safely.
• Communication Skills Suite: Dedicated rooms for practicing patient interactions and history-taking with trained actors.
• Auditorium & Lecture Theatres: A 152-seat main auditorium and several smaller theaters with advanced audiovisual technology.
• PC Labs: Two computer laboratories used for digital research, assessments, and medical informatics studies.
• Library & Study Areas: A specialized medical library providing access to vast digital repositories and physical medical texts.
• Problem-Based Learning (PBL) Rooms: Small seminar rooms designed for collaborative, case-based group learning.
• Rooftop Café & Social Area: A dedicated space for students to relax, featuring views of the Gozo citadel.
• Student Common Rooms: Indoor social hubs for inter-year networking and leisure.
• Sustainable Infrastructure: The building incorporates energy-efficient cooling and lighting systems suited to the Mediterranean climate.

Students benefit from integrated clinical training across several major healthcare facilities in the Maltese Islands.

• Gozo General Hospital (GGH): Located immediately adjacent to the campus, it is the primary site for initial clinical exposure.
• Mater Dei Hospital (MDH): Malta’s main acute general hospital and a world-class teaching facility where students undertake major rotations.
• Mount Carmel Hospital: Specialized facility for clinical training in Psychiatry and Mental Health.
• Karin Grech Hospital: Primary site for rotations in Geriatric Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• St Vincent de Paul: One of the largest long-term care facilities in Europe, used for geriatric medicine training.
• Community Clinics: A network of primary care centers (GPs) across Gozo and Malta where students learn community-based medicine.

The tuition fees for the Malta campus are generally lower than the international fees for the London campus.

Scholarships

• International Excellence Award: Merit-based scholarships for high-achieving applicants, potentially covering a portion of tuition fees.
• Barts and The London Alumni Benevolent Fund: Provides emergency grants for students facing unforeseen financial hardship.
• Maltese Government Bursaries: Occasional funding opportunities for EU/Maltese residents or specific international partnerships.

• The Vibe: Victoria (also known as Rabat) is the historic heart of Gozo. It is a peaceful, safe city with a slow pace of life, surrounded by stunning beaches and historic limestone architecture.
• Connectivity:
• Transport: Frequent bus services connect Victoria to all villages and the ferry terminal.
• Ferry: A 25-minute ferry or a 45-minute fast ferry connects Gozo to the main island of Malta.
• Safety: Gozo is exceptionally safe, making it an ideal environment for students to focus on their rigorous studies.

• Accommodation: There are no on-campus dorms; students typically rent modern shared apartments in Victoria, Xaghra, or Ghajnsielem. The university provides a dedicated Student Experience Manager to assist with housing.
• BLSA Malta: The Barts and The London Students' Association (Malta) is the heart of student life, organizing events like Freshers’ Week and the Halfway Ball.
• Dining: The campus rooftop canteen serves as the main social hub. Gozo is also known for its affordable "Pastizzerias" and Mediterranean restaurants.
• Vibe: Close-knit and supportive. With smaller cohort sizes than London, students have direct and frequent access to their professors.

• Admission Requirements:
• Exams: Mandatory UCAT score and a successful MMI (Multiple Mini Interview).
• Grades: Typical requirements include AAA at A-Level (including Biology or Chemistry) or an IB score of 38.
• Intake: The program begins annually in September.