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Introductory Certificate in the Creative Arts

CA1-O01-23 Institute for the Creative Arts

Programme of Study offered on Full Time basis as per MCAST Course Offering – Prospectus 2026/27
It is recommended that you visit How to Apply for further information regarding how to submit an online application, as well as important Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
MQF / EQF LevelLevel 1
Duration1 Year Full-time
ECTS Credits40 ECTS Credits
Work Based Learning

Not Applicable, does not include WBL

Course Description

This programme of study provides learners, who completed their compulsory education and are in possession of their Secondary School Certificate and Profile (SSC&P), with an opportunity to follow an introductory course in the creative arts. The programme provides an introduction to a broad range of creative disciplines, and offers a structured education of theory and practice in the creative arts. This enables learners to understand better the vocation they intend to follow and prepares them for further studies in the field. Key skills subjects help learners improve their competences within basic areas such as language, numeracy, information technology, science and individual and social responsibility.

Career Opportunities

Entry Requirements

Finished Compulsory Education

(as will be documented by a full, official School Leaving Certificate / SSCP / SSQP)

Initial Assessment Tests (depending on eligibility and applicability)

(further / updated information regarding IATs can be found amongst the FAQs in https://mcast.edu.mt/important-information/)

Other notes related to this programme

Not Applicable

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