A national conference organised by MCAST has marked a significant milestone for the future of skilled trades in Malta. Held on 12th June at the MCAST Main Campus in Paola, the Revitalising Trades through Innovation and Skills event brought together government officials, educators, industry experts, and trade union representatives to explore how the trades sector…

Talexio’s HR and Payroll software will be made available to students at the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST), as part of a new collaboration aimed at enhancing hands-on learning in business, payroll and human resources. Students and lecturers at the Institute of Business Management & Commerce will gain free access to Talexio’s…

MCAST signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading higher education institutions in Kuwait, the Arab Open University (AOU) and the Kuwait College of Science and Technology (KCST) to boost academic collaboration and research initiatives. The MCAST delegation was led by Principal and CEO Mr Stephen Vella and accompanied by the Maltese Ambassador to the…

MCAST students trained to support international peers during collaborative visit at the Institute of ICT Malta, 2025 – A group of dedicated students from Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) recently played a key role in an international exchange with students from MBO College Amstelland, a leading vocational institution from the Netherlands. From…

A team from the MCAST Institute of ICT has just returned from Vilnius, Lithuania, after participating in Sailtunities, an international hackathon focused on environmental robotics. The event brought together students from across Europe to design and build robotic boats equipped with environmental sensors. The aim was to collect and analyse water quality data from real lake environments….

An unprecedented investment of over €45 million will see educators and staff at the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) benefit from a landmark agreement, featuring significant salary increases and improved working conditions. This strategic initiative not only recognises the vital role of MCAST’s workforce but also ensures that students continue to receive…

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) has officially issued its open call for proposals for the 2025 edition of KampuSajf, its annual summer arts festival. Now in its third year and supported by APS Bank, the festival continues to establish itself as a platform for creative experimentation and cultural exchange during the…

The Institute of Community Services (ICS) Hair Show: Order or Chaos, brought innovation, artistry and industry dialogue to the MCAST stage on Monday evening. This showcase spotlighted the creative prowess of Level 4 Hairdressing students, who transformed hair into narrative. Under the direction of Roberta Curmi, as part of the Cultural Expression unit, the show…

A newly refurbished Youth Hub has been officially opened at the MCAST main campus in Paola, offering students a modern, inclusive space designed to support their personal, social, and educational development. The launch event, held on Friday, 16 May, was attended by the Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, Clifton Grima and the…

Participants of the Community College for the Third Age and students reading a Degree in Social Work, Early Years and Vocational Education and Training at the Institute of Community Studies participated in an intergenerational activity as part of the Unit lectured by Dr James Carabott. The aim of the activity was to bring together persons…