Information & FAQs
There are four ways for you to apply for your preferred course.
Option 1: Apply Online and Pay Securely
Apply online and make a swift payment using your Debit/Credit Card.
Option 2: Visit any Local Council in Malta and Gozo
Visit any Local Council in Malta and Gozo to apply. Payments can be made conveniently through Debit/Credit Cards. Please note that cash, cheques, or student cards are not accepted. Kindly present your ID card for verification.
Option 3: Visit any Servizz.gov Hub
Apply in person at one of our Servizz.gov offices listed here. Payments at these offices can be made using Debit/Credit Cards or Cash. Please be aware that cheques and student cards are not accepted. Prepare to have your ID card for identification purposes.
Option 4: Visit the Servizz.gov Edu Office at the Ministry for Education Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation (MEYR) in Floriana
Drop by the One Stop Shop for Educational related services at Great Siege Road, Floriana, Monday to Saturday between 08:30 and 12:00 and Wednesday from 16:30-19:00. Payment can be conveniently made using Debit/Credit Cards and Cash.
Regrettably, cheques and student cards are not accepted. Kindly bring your ID card.
Upon successfully submitting your application and completing the course payment, you will receive an online receipt and a confirmation via email. This documentation serves as confirmation that your enrolment in the course has been accepted.
– Navigate through the courses provided here , select your desired subject, and click ‘APPLY.’
– Fill in the required details and proceed to click on ‘ACCEPT’ and ‘SUBMIT.’
– Complete the payment (if applicable) using your Debit Card or Credit Card.
– Upon successful submission of your application and payment, an automatically generated e-mail will be sent to you. This e-mail serves as an acknowledgment of your application and confirmation of payment receipt, please check your spam as this email might be there.
The acknowledgment e-mail, unless otherwise communicated from the Directorate’s office, should be treated as your official acceptance letter to the course. It must be presented in class on the course commencement day.
Non-Receipt of Acknowledgment:
If you do not receive the acknowledgment e-mail, it means that your application was not successfully submitted. Possible reasons include:
– Incorrectly inputted e-mail address.
– Absence of an e-mail address.
– Technical issues during submission.
Contact Information:
For assistance, please call Freephone 153 (ext. 14) or send an e-mail to [email protected]
It is advisable to apply online to facilitate immediate registration.
You can view all the currently available courses Click here for more information about the course.
To facilitate your search experience, you may:
Browse All Courses: This centralised hub provides you with an overview of all the exciting learning opportunities currently available.
By Category: Explore courses based on your area of interest or professional development needs.
By Location: If you prefer learning in a specific venue, select the location option.
The start date of your course is clearly specified both online and on the receipt you receive.
Kindly inform your Centre Coordinator and Educator about your absence. This helps them to manage resources effectively and provide any necessary support. For further assistance contact the DLE administration by email on [email protected]
For a class to be formed, a minimum number of students must register. Typically, this minimum is 10 students. Directorate for Lifelong Learning and Employability reserves the right to adjust this number for a specific subject based on the subject’s relevance. Classes with fewer students may be subject to merging or closure throughout the year to ensure a sustainable and effective learning service.
Alternatives will be offered.
Upon applying for the course, you will receive an email confirming that the course capacity has been reached. Should a spot become available due to someone dropping out, we will reach out to you to ask if you are still interested.
The registration payment, where applicable, is specified in each Course Group section.
Applicants falling under the following categories are subject to the respective fees:
– (a) Citizens of Malta
– (b) Citizens of other EU Member States entitled to equal treatment as Maltese citizens
– (c) Citizens of any other country entitled to equal treatment as Maltese citizens by virtue of EU legislation
– (d) Individuals entitled to equal treatment due to family relationships with persons mentioned in (a), (b), or (c)
– (e) Third-country nationals with long-term resident status or residence permit in Malta, along with their family members under Family Reunification Regulations
Fee Breakdown:
– (i) Short Courses (up to 14 weeks): €18.63
– (ii) Courses longer than 14 weeks and up to 32 weeks: €34.94
– (iii) Courses leading to Intermediate, Advanced, Level 4, and Information Technology: €46.59
– (iv) Msida Lifelong Learning Centre morning courses, from Monday to Friday (except Computer Courses): €11.65
Payment Confirmation:
Upon payment, retain a printed copy of your receipt. The receipt serves as your acceptance letter to the course. Learners must present the receipt to the tutor on the first day of attendance. Attendance will not be permitted without this receipt.
Registration Changes:
No changes to course registration are allowed after payment, except in cases where courses are cancelled.
(i) Adults who qualify under (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) under the above subtitle “Fee Structure” and who apply for the Introductory Courses in literacy (Maltese and English), numeracy (Mathematics) and basic Digital Literacy.
(ii) Those in possession of the Senior Citizens Card (Karta Anzjan) do not pay for their first course. However, all subsequent courses applied for during the scholastic year will need to be paid for.
(iii) Applicants who, due to social reasons, declare that they cannot afford the relevant fee, must apply in person and not through the online service. They will then need to fill in and sign the necessary form, which is to be verified and approved by the Directorate for Lifelong Learning and Employability after consultation with the Department of Social Services.
(iv) DLE is always willing to support learners and if someone who is maybe passing through difficult times or is on state benefits feels that they require a payment exemption they are welcome to fill in this Form and email it to the appropriate board within the Directorate for Lifelong Learning and Employability (DLE) on [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected].
It is important to note that the exemption confirmation is to be obtained before the course starts. If the exemption is received after the payment is made, the applicant will be entitled to a payment refund.
Refunds will not be granted unless changes are initiated directly by the Directorate.
The Directorate for Lifelong Learning and Employability reserves the right to hold or terminate a course at their discretion. In such instances, applicants are entitled to a full refund, provided they are not the cause for the termination of the course in question.
If a course undergoes changes or is terminated, eligible applicants will receive a refund. We aim to make the refund process efficient and transparent for our participants.
Applicants are kindly reminded that refunds are subject to the conditions mentioned above, and any deviation from these conditions may impact the eligibility for a refund.
To ensure a suitable learning environment, all applicants must be fifteen years of age or older by December of the application year.
For applicants under the age of sixteen, please follow these steps:
Most courses do not require qualifications to attend. However with regards to courses such as SEC level subjects, which are revision classes, the necessary background is required for students to be able to complete the course. Additionally, most MQF 2 or Level 2 courses require either knowledge or completion of the MQF 1 or Level 1 course. For Open Classes, experience in the craft or completion of the MQF Level 1 / Level 1 course is highly recommended.
When applying for courses in Maltese, Maltese as a Foreign Language, English and English as a Foreign Language, including Maltese and English Conversation classes, applicants will be required to sit for a placement test to check their appropriate level. Applicants will receive an email with details of their placement test. Applicants for MQF Level 2 who submit a recognised MQF Level 1 certificate or official grade report as part of their application will be admitted to the course, subject to verification of the submitted documentation.
Further information can be found in the Programme Objective and Overview section of each specific course within the following course categories:
Business, Science and Technology Courses
Learners will receive guidance from their tutors regarding the requirement for textbooks or additional materials.
For comprehensive details on each course available on the website, including the Programme Overview and Programme Objectives, please visit here and click on ‘Overview’ of the desired course.
No, we do not have final exams at the end of the year. Instead, we believe in continuous assessment. You will be given various tasks and exercises throughout the learning year.
Learners enrolled in accredited courses, classified under the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) level, are entitled to receive a certificate. To qualify for the certificate, learners must submit assigned work through the lessons and attend a minimum of 80% of the lessons conducted during the course.
Learners enrolled in non-accredited courses may request to receive a Letter of Attendance upon course completion.
Please review the Prospectus for additional information on certification criteria specific to each accredited course.
Most of our courses are recognised by the Malta Qualification Framework (MQF) levels 1 and 2.
Specifically, our computing and digital competencies courses are recognised by the International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL).
Additionally, our courses at SEC (Secondary Education Certificate), Intermediate, and Advanced levels are recognised at the Matriculation and Secondary Education Certificate (MATSEC) level.
Yes, these prospective learners must present their legal documentation during the application process.
Long-stay visa requests under the pretence of applying for any of the courses will not be entertained.
These terms and conditions are in place to ensure a smooth and efficient learning experience for all participants. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Lifelong Learning Hub: View the Lifelong Learning Hub, Qrejten Street, Msida situated at the corner with Junior College.
Adult Learning Centres (Opening Hours: 17:30-20:30)
Malta
Blata l-Bajda: View San Ġorġ Preca College, Maria Regina Middle School, Triq Mountbatten, Blata l-Bajda.
Kirkop: View St. Benedict College, Pietru Pawl Saydon Secondary School.
Mrieħel: View St Theresa College Secondary School, Triq B. Bontadini, Birkirkara.
Mosta: View Maria Regina College, Żokrija Mosta Secondary School, Triq il-Biedja Mosta.
Gozo
Rabat / Victoria: View Gozo College, Can. G. P. Agius De Soldanis Middle School, Europe Street, Victoria, Gozo.
