AUM American University of Malta
Introduction
Why AUM?
The American University of Malta (AUM) is an American-style university dedicated to higher education and research for an international community at the highest standard. The degree programs, research activities, and service to the community transform lives and serve society by educating ethically knowledgeable citizens, creating knowledge, and putting knowledge to work in a global setting.
AUM educates a diverse student body to become ethically responsible global citizens, critical thinkers, and future leaders in an academically challenging learning environment. It strives constantly to innovate and enhance quality in teaching, research, public service and economic development.
The way AUM delivers the degree programs makes up a crucial building block in the foundation of its identity. Each program guides students to building their knowledge from the ground up and structuring knowledge in a coherent and cogent way. It takes students all the way from basic principles to hands-on practice with the latest industry technologies relevant to their fields.
Why Study in Malta?
Located in the center of the Mediterranean, between Europe and North Africa, Malta is the European Union's smallest member state. Famous for its 7,000-year history and 300 days of sunshine, Malta has emerged as one of the most remarkable success stories in the Eurozone. Recognized for its pro-business attitude, state-of-the-art infrastructure and modest costs of doing business, it has become the go-to country for growth-minded entrepreneurs and multinational companies.
Accreditation
The American University of Malta (AUM) merges the best of both worlds in terms of academic standards and accreditation. All programs are designed by a professional faculty board so as to comply with American Education standards at the tertiary level. Every degree has received accreditation, following scrutiny by the National Commission for Further and Higher Education (NCFHE) of Malta. In turn, this means that all degrees offered at AUM are also fully recognized throughout Europe and beyond. The way we deliver our degree programs makes up a crucial foundation of our identity at AUM. The American-style education combined with a European setting and a multicultural student body provides the perfect environment and added value for your learning.
Our Programs
Undergraduate Programs
Whether you want to establish an innovative and financially successful startup, design the next generation of video games, or plan the layout of a futuristic city, you've come to the right place.
We offer 10 undergraduate programs:
- B.S. in Business Administration
- B.S. in Business and Finance
- B.S. in Accounting
- B.S. in Game Development
- B.S. in Electronics and Communication Engineering
- B.S. in Industrial Engineering
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
- B.S. in Civil Engineering
- B.A. in Graphic Design and Animation
- B.A. in Chinese Language and Culture
Graduate Programs
Choose from our three graduate programs in the Business and Engineering fields. The curriculum tackles a host of contemporary and pressing issues, with theory and practice meriting equal attention. Overseen by experienced faculty from leading universities around the world, the program meets the highest international standards.
We offer three graduate programs:
- Master of Business Administration
- M.S. in Engineering Management
- M.S. in Cyber Security
English for Academic Purposes Program
The EAP program at the American University of Malta is designed to help students who meet all the requirements for admissions except for the language proficiency and need to improve their English language skills in order to begin their degree program. This program will help students improve their skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing to help them succeed once they start their degree.
Scholarships
Maltese and EU Scholarship
AUM is offering full scholarships to undergraduate applicants who are Maltese or EU citizens residing in Malta for the last 5 years. Applicants must complete their admissions application to be considered.
Student Life at AUM
Don’t just go to uni— get the most out of it. At AUM, we encourage our students to participate in a long list of university-sponsored activities. From beach outings to island-wide cultural expeditions, we are dedicated to ensuring our students have plenty of opportunities for fun. Our goal to not only have positive classroom experience but also have plenty of opportunities to develop long-lasting friendships.
Our Campus
AUM is located in Bormla, also known as Cospicua, one of Malta’s iconic Three Cities. The area is rich in culture, varied history and restaurants and cafés by the beautiful waterfront. Our campus, originally designed by William Scamp, was used during World War II as a British naval base. Heavily bombed during this period, the building was left in ruins for many years. The restoration process included efforts to keep the historic preservation of artifacts within the building.
Program Admission Requirements
Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Download the GMAT mini quiz to get a flavour of the questions you’ll find in the exam.
Programs
- Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design & Animation
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting
- Bachelor of Science in Business & Finance
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Game Development
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering