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Malta Nursing Programme

Study Nursing in Malta &
Build Your Healthcare Career

Explore professional healthcare pathways in Malta. From B.Sc. Nursing degrees to professional bridging programmes, get personalised guidance for your academic and career journey in Europe.

Pathways
12th Pass • GNM • B.Sc.
Study • Work • Healthcare
12+
Countries
50K+
Students Guided
25K+
Visa Approved
2008
Established

Choose the Right Malta Nursing Pathway

Your pathway depends on your current qualification and professional experience. Explore the primary routes available.

GNM

For GNM Holders

B.Sc. Nursing — Top-up
Duration
1 Year
Tuition
EUR 9,500
GNM may be considered subject to institutional approval. ANM is not accepted for this pathway.
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B.SC. NURSING

For B.Sc. Nursing Graduates

Work / Bridging Pathway
Goal
Professional Registration
Route
Experience-based

For qualified nurses seeking professional registration and employment pathways in Malta's healthcare sector.

Explore Work Pathway →

Which Malta Nursing Pathway Is Right For You?

01

12th Pass

Start your nursing journey from the beginning.

  • 3-year Degree options
  • Diploma alternatives
  • No prior experience needed
02

GNM

Upgrade your diploma to a recognized degree.

  • 1-year Top-up possibility
  • Work pathway for GNM
  • Profile evaluation required
03

B.Sc. Nursing

Transition into the European workforce.

  • Professional registration
  • Bridging course required
  • Experience-based route
Nursing Education
Featured Programme

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing Science

IDEA College

Duration
3 Years
Tuition
EUR 6,500
Location
Malta

Who is it for?

12th-pass students interested in a nursing degree pathway.

Final eligibility depends on academic background, subjects, percentage and institutional approval.

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B.Sc. Nursing Top-Up in Malta

A dedicated pathway to upgrade your existing qualifications to a Bachelor's degree standard.

IDEA College

Duration
1 Year
Tuition
EUR 9,500
WHO IS THIS FOR?
  • Relevant nursing qualification required
  • GNM may be considered
  • B.Sc. Nursing graduates require careful academic evaluation before choosing this route
  • Final acceptance subject to institution approval

Already a Nurse? Explore the Malta Work & Bridging Pathway

A structured, step-by-step route for experienced nursing professionals to achieve registration and secure employment in Malta.

01
Profile Evaluation
02
Employer / HR Interview
03
Training-Head Interview
04
Selection Confirmation
05
Pre-Departure Registration
06
Online Modules & Assessment
07
Live Interview
08
Certificate
09
DataFlow Verification
10
Work Permit Application
11
Visa Submission

Who Can Explore This Pathway?

The supplied pathway specifically mentions GNM and B.Sc. Nursing. ANM is not clearly confirmed for this work/bridging route.

GNM

Qualification
GNM Diploma
Experience
Minimum 1 year nursing experience within the last 5 years

B.Sc. Nursing

Qualification
B.Sc. Nursing Degree
Experience
Minimum 1 year nursing experience within the last 5 years

English Requirements

Initial Work-Permit Processing

No IELTS/OET initially

According to the supplied pathway information, initial processing does not strictly mandate language scores.

Professional Registration

IELTS
5.5 Overall
6.0 Speaking
OR
OET
Grade B
Speaking

Requirements can vary by stage and authority. Final requirements should be confirmed before application.

Healthcare Worker Bridging Course

6 Months
4 MONTHS   Theory
2 MONTHS   Practical

Documents You May Need

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Europass CV
Standard European format resume
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Educational Certificates
10th, 12th & Degree transcripts
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Nursing Qualification
Degree/Diploma certificates
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Experience Certificates
Proof of clinical experience
📄
Passport
Valid for at least 1-2 years
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Police Clearance
Clean criminal record check
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Medical Certificate
Fit for healthcare work
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Passport Photos
Recent professional photos

Why Choose VisionWay for Your Malta Nursing Journey?

Profile Assessment

Understand your qualification and find the right pathway.

Course Guidance

Find a suitable academic or bridging route in Malta.

Application Support

Assistance throughout the entire college application process.

Visa Guidance

Expert documentation and visa-process support.

Malta Healthcare

Why Explore Malta for Nursing & Healthcare?

  • European study destination with English as an official language
  • Clear nursing & healthcare academic pathways
  • Options for both students and qualified professionals
  • International exposure in a modern healthcare system
  • Study and professional pathway options available

Frequently Asked Questions

A 3-year B.Sc. (Honours) in Nursing Science pathway is available in the supplied course information through IDEA College, but final eligibility depends on academic background and institutional approval.
The supplied information lists a 1-year B.Sc. Nursing Top-up at IDEA College. Final eligibility should be confirmed based on previous nursing qualifications.
GNM holders may be considered for the top-up route and may also be eligible for the nursing work/bridging pathway if they meet the stated qualification and experience requirements.
Unfortunately, ANM is not currently accepted for these specific Malta nursing pathways.
For the work/bridging pathway, a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience within the last 5 years is required.
The supplied information states that IELTS/OET is not required initially for work-permit processing.
For later professional registration, an IELTS score of 5.5 Overall with 6.0 in Speaking is mentioned.
For later professional registration, an OET Grade B in Speaking is mentioned as an alternative to IELTS.
The bridging course is listed as 6 Months (4 months Theory + 2 months Practical).

Get Your Malta Nursing Eligibility Checked

Tell us about your qualification and experience and our counsellors will help identify the most relevant pathway.

  • Profile assessment
  • Course guidance
  • Application support
  • Visa guidance

Not Sure Which Pathway Fits Your Profile?

Whether you're a 12th-pass student, GNM holder or B.Sc. Nursing graduate, get your profile assessed by a VisionWay counsellor.