A group of students following Fisheries, Aquaculture, Veterinary Nursing, and Horticulture courses at the Centre of Agriculture, Aquatics, and Animal Sciences (CAAAS) within the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) embarked on a transformative week-long site visit to Sicily. Guided by their lecturers, this educational experience offered invaluable insights into the intricate Sicilian…

The Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET) hosted a lecture for its aviation students on 23 May. The event focused on the significance of space research and its applications in the aerospace industry. It provided a unique opportunity for students to delve into the world of space exploration and its relevance to their field of…

EfVET (the European Forum for Vocational Education and Training), EVBB (the European Association of Vocational Training), and EVTA (the European Vocational Training Association) joined forces for the first time in their long history and organized an international conference on A European Agenda for the Future of VET at the AutoWorld in Brussels on 23-24 May….

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) and The Malta Council for the Voluntary Sector (MCVS) signed a collaborative agreement, aiming to strengthen the cooperation, networking, and the sharing of knowledge between the two institutions. Minister for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation Clifton Grima said, “Through this agreement we are noting the…

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) is participating in the Public Service Expo 2024 from 14 to 19 May at the MFCC in Ta’ Qali. Together with other institutions, MCAST is hosted on the Education Ministry stand, which focuses on twenty-first-century skills. MCAST representatives participating in the Expo had the chance to…

Over the past weeks, the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) and its commercial arm, MCAST Gateway to the Industry (MG2I), have forged significant and mutually beneficial agreements with five prestigious Chinese universities, marking a significant milestone in the College’s global outreach. These higher education institutions include the Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine,…

The Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) and the Malta Crafts Foundation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) pledging a collaborative relationship to enhance the awareness of traditional artisan trades and to strengthen the education provision of skills involved in the innovation of these crafts. The agreement was signed at the College’s Institute…

The Institute of Applied Sciences at MCAST (IAS) held a Nursing Symposium on campus in Paola. The event brought together local and international nursing experts, international guest speakers, academics, students, and other significant stakeholders from within the nursing industry to exchange knowledge and experiences in a way that promotes the importance of the nursing profession….

MCAST has started a new initiative aimed at reinforcing safety and security measures within our College. In our continuous efforts to prioritize the well-being of all employees and students, MCAST has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Malta Police Force for police presence on campus. The service shall consist of police officers in…

As part of the Encounter Meets the Industry series, the Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET) held the Aviation Operations and Logistics Sectorial Committee meeting on campus in Paola. MCAST constantly ensures that industry expertise and feedback inform course design and delivery to ensure that learning stays relevant to the needs of employees and employers….