Author: Communications

April 2, 2026 Communications

MCAST’s Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT) hosted the Malta Unity Game Jam, bringing together 50 participants for a three‑day collaborative game development challenge. This year’s edition marked a notable milestone, as it was organised directly in collaboration with Unity Technologies, making the event even more significant for the local game‑development community. The event,…

April 2, 2026 Communications

Just as we humans carefully manage our health to maintain high standards of well-being, the intricate balances that regulate the marine ecosystem also require vigilant observation and continuous monitoring to identify any early indicators that could negatively impact the health of the ocean. While the sea can handle natural extreme events like storms and seismic…

April 2, 2026 Communications

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) has opened a call for artistic content proposals for the fourth edition of KampuSajf, its summer arts festival at the Mosta campus. Produced by MCAST and supported by APS Bank, KampuSajf will be held from 6 to 8 August 2026. KampuSajf transforms the campus into a…

April 1, 2026 Communications

Students from the BSc (Hons) and MSc programs in Environmental Science at the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology recently participated in an intensive field-based learning experience at the Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise National Park, one of Europe’s most ecologically significant protected areas. This international field trip, which was funded by MCAST’s Erasmus+ Projects…

March 25, 2026 Communications

MCAST launched its 25th anniversary programme on 25 March 2026, marking a key milestone in its growth and role in Malta’s education sector. At the MCAST Resource Centre, students and staff gathered to mark the occasion. Speakers described the College’s development from its beginnings in 2001, with just over 1000 students, to its current student…

March 17, 2026 Communications

Photography lecturer and artist Therese Debono has been awarded The Maltese Falcon Award for Best Artwork at the Malta Biennale 2026 for her project Blank. The award was presented during a ceremony held at the Oratory of St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta, following the decision of an independent international jury of visual arts experts. The…

March 12, 2026 Communications

MCAST’s Applied Research and Innovation Centre launched the Quantitative Research Hub on 12 March, an initiative to build quantitative research skills across institutes. Under the direction of Dr William Gatt Fenech and Dr Jean-Pierre Brincat, the Hub will act as a central resource for quantitative methods and statistical analysis at the College. The initiative is…

March 12, 2026 Communications

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with KM Malta Airlines and Centrecom Ltd to strengthen collaboration in education and training for the aviation sector. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the three organisations, creating new opportunities for students to gain practical industry exposure while…

February 23, 2026 Communications

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) has renewed its partnership with Scope Solutions to enhance practical training for students within the Institute of Business Management and Commerce (IBMC). Under the renewed agreement, students enrolled in accounting programmes will continue to have direct access to Xero, a widely used cloud-based accounting platform. The…

February 18, 2026 Communications

Rectors and senior leaders from the nine partner universities of the EU4Dual European Universities Alliance met in Brussels on 16 and 17 February to agree on strategic priorities and governance steps for the next phase of the alliance. The meeting marked an important milestone as partners focused on strengthening the alliance’s long-term sustainability and its…