The Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation (MEYR), in collaboration with the Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST) and the Malta Chamber of SMEs, is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the MCAST Part-time Research Fellowship Scheme 2025. This initiative provides financial support of up to €30,000 for…

MCAST celebrated the contributions of six staff members who retired between January and mid-November 2024, recognising their years of dedication in a retirement gathering. The event served as a tribute to the time and effort these employees have devoted to supporting the College’s educational mission, its students, and the wider community. The group of retirees…

MCAST’s Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT) hosted the Global Game Jam 2025 last weekend, welcoming 40 participants for a 48-hour game development marathon. The event, held at the MCAST Resource Centre (MRC), brought together students, alumni, and members of the general public for an unforgettable experience of creativity and collaboration. The games jam…

On 27 January 2025, the Principal and CEO of the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST), Mr Stephen Vella and the President of the Chamber of Engineers (CoE), Inġ. Malcolm Zammit signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which formalises a strategic collaboration between CoE and MCAST.   This MoU builds on the steadily…

MCAST and Women in Aviation Malta (WiAM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 23 January. The aim of this partnership is to inspire and support more young women to pursue careers in aviation, addressing the gender imbalance and unlocking untapped potential in this exciting field.  MCAST’s expertise in vocational education combined with WiAM’s strong industry…

Over the past two days MCAST held an onboarding event at the Paola campus and the activities will continue until Friday 24 January. The event connects students with industry partners, offering a unique opportunity to explore potential apprenticeships and prepare for their professional journey. Every year, over 2,300 MCAST students undertake apprenticeships as part of…

MCAST welcomed a delegation from Curaçao led by the Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports, Sithree van Heydoorn, on 21 January. Principal and CEO Stephen Vella, accompanied by Deputy Principal Dr Mario Cardona, Director of the Institute of Engineering and Transport Dr Ing. Stephen Sammut and Deputy Director Eugenio Busuttil welcomed the Curaçao delegation….

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) has announced the new Student Council members (KSM) following the student elections held in December 2024. The council will represent the student body throughout 2025, focusing on fostering inclusivity, supporting student wellbeing, and enhancing campus life. The elections took place on 10 December, with results announced…

MCAST is now participating in the Large Ion Collider Experiment (ALICE) at the prestigious European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN). Following MCAST’s acceptance as an associate academic member institution in March 2024, academics from the College’s Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET) are now actively contributing to advancements in engineering and physics. Dr Ing. Stephen…

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) ushered in the festive season with Christmas activities that brought together staff and students on campus. On 19 December, the MCAST band played festive music and toured the Paola campus visiting different institutes and offices. A mass celebration, led by College Chaplain Fr Aurelio Mule Stagno,…