The Advanced Diploma in iGaming is the next level up from the diploma route, and provides hands-on experience to learners targeting junior roles in this innovative sector. It can also serve as a precursor to Software Development, iGaming, Digital Games or Business Analytics degrees. This two-year programme provides a balance of core software, web and mobile app/game development skills alongside advanced digital marketing, SEO, database design and implementation, advanced

Mathematics, Data Analytics and Visualisation. The first year of this programme focuses on providing learners with core development skills whereas the second year provides further specialisation and puts the core skills to good use through work-based learning (subject to eligibility), real-world implementations and projects. Upon completion of this programme, skilled individuals targeting this sector will be in a position to build a comprehensive portfolio.

*Apprenticeship is subject to iGaming legal requirements. Please note that applicants who are not yet 18 years of age can still apply for the course and will be doing a replacement unit.

• Junior Front End Developer,
• Junior Applications Developer,
• Junior Mobile Applications Developer,
• Junior Analyst,
• Junior Affiliate Specialist/Marketer,
• Junior Content Creator

Internal Progression Route…

• MCAST Diploma in IT, or
• MCAST Diploma in iGaming, or
• Any MCAST Level 3 Diploma, whilst being in possession of the compulsory subjects as indicated hereunder

OR

4 subjects at SEC / SSC&P / SSQP, or equivalent, with a Pass Grade / Level 3

Compulsory: Mathematics

And

Compulsory: Computer Studies or Physics or Information Technology*

* Information Technology refers to SEC at Grade 5 or higher, or SSCP IT-VET at MQF 3 or equivalent.

(where applicable) MCAST also gives due recognition to ICT C3 as will be shown on the applicant’s SSCP

Applicants with a good working knowledge of English Language will benefit from a more positive learning experience throughout the course.

An Applicant aged 21 years and over, and not in possession of the above Entry Requirements, may wish to apply via the Maturity Clause route.  Applicants under Maturity Clause must still present clear documentation showing that they have a number of achievements in hand together with their School Leaving formal Certificate / document (to confirm their successful completion of compulsory schooling).  Age is not the only eligibility factor in such instances.  Besides documents showing their past achievements, applicants must present a detailed CV using the Europass format, as well as the most recent official JobsPlus Employment History.

Further important information can be found under the respective Admissions FAQ https://mcast.edu.mt/maturity-clause/.