Admissions
The Courses Offered
Where can I find information on the courses being
offered by the Institute for Education?
A
list of Current
Open Applications
is available through the IfE website. You may also access the latest IfE
Prospectus that has the full range of courses offered throughout the academic
year.
When
will my lectures be?
Sessions
for Master Programmes are usually held twice a week while Bachelor Programmes
are held on average three times a week. Days of the week are not fixed and may
differ from one week to the other and there might also be lectures held on a
Saturday.
At what time will my
lectures be?
Lectures and
training sessions are generally held between 15:30 and 18:15 including a
15-minute break. In some cases, sessions may be held at a different time though
our staff do their best to always advise you in advance.
Where will my lectures be?
Face-to-face
lectures can take place physically at the IfE premises in Pembroke or at one of
our authorised workshops/venues located off-site. Alternatively, online
lectures will take place through the online learning platform accessible
through the IfE Portal.
What is blended-learning?
Blended-learning consists of both
face-to-face and online training sessions. This generally adopts a
flipped-classroom approach; whereby learners can engage with material online at
their own time and pace while reserving face-to-face workshops or online
synchronous sessions for deeper discussion and practice.
What does online learning involve?
Online learning is
adopted across all courses offered by the Institute for Education. These
sessions are held on the Institute for Education’s portal and may be delivered
synchronously (live online lectures) through Blackboard Collaborate or
asynchronously (pre-recorded lectures) whereby students may access material at
their own time and pace.
At what point will I access my timetable?
Once the tuition fees are settled, you are enrolled onto
the course and then you will have access to the IfE Portal. Timetables will then be communicated before
the commencement of the course and accessed on the IfE Portal through My
Schedule. In some cases, timetables for Awards may be communicated in the
applications circulars which are also accessible on the IfE website.
The Application Process
How can I know whether I am eligible to apply for a
course or otherwise?
Prior to submitting an application for enrolment, you are encouraged to
read through the General Entry Requirements of the respective courses, as
outlined in the IfE prospectus. In case
of any queries related to the eligibility criteria, applicants may contact the
Institute for Education on ife.admissions@ilearn.edu.mt or tel: 25982026/2036.
It is however to be noted that all applications are assessed for eligibility by
the Admissions Board, and therefore it
will not be possible to obtain confirmation of eligibility through the
abovementioned email address.
When can I apply for the courses offered by the
Institute for Education?
Applications for Qualification Programmes
(Bachelor Degrees, Master Programmes and Postgraduate Certificates) generally
open in May. The latter are publicised through the IfE website, social media,
as well as through the dissemination of circulars. On the other hand,
applications for short courses are open throughout the year and are accessible
through the following link
on the IfE portal. Course applications
are received on a first come first saved basis, through the IfE
portal, during an indicated time-window.
To avoid disappointment, it is encouraged that you log into the portal
on the first day of applications as announced by the IfE.
Late and
last-minute applications may also be opened in some cases for certain subject
streams. It is advisable that you check the Current Open Applications page on our
website to check whether the chosen course has called for late or last-minute
applications after the initial application deadline.
How do I apply for a course?
Applications
for course participants are only available online through the IfE Portal. You need to register on the portal as part of the
application process. Please view this short clip for further details on how to apply for a course.
How do
I register for log-in credentials on the IfE Portal?
To apply for
log-in credentials you would require an email account, thus when hitting the
‘Apply’ button on the IfE Courses
Page, a page would show asking you to either log in or create a new
account. If you are accessing the IfE’s portal for the first time, creating an
account would be necessary before proceeding with the application. Further
details on how to create an account can be found in the following video link.
Can I apply for a course through the Maturity
Clause?
The IfE welcomes applications from mature students that apart from the
eligibility requirements requested under a specific course are:
(i) In possession of a School Leaving Certificate
(ii)
Have on the date of application:
(a) attained the
age of 23 for entry to courses at MQF Level 5 or higher,
(b) attained the age
of 21 for the entry to courses at MQF Level 4
It is to be
noted that the Maturity Clause is only applicable to short courses of more than
6 ECTS as well as full qualifications.
The Maturity Clause is however not applicable for applicants under the
Master Programmes offered by the Institute for Education.
Applicants
who apply under the maturity clause will be requested to demonstrate academic
potential and adequate academic relevant knowledge as well as workplace
experience.
The
suitability of applicants will be assessed through an interview, during which
applicants will be requested to present a portfolio. Following the selection interview, the Admissions
Board may request candidates to undertake additional studies as a condition for
their acceptance.
Further details on the applicability of the maturity clause may be found
under the Admission
Regulations.
I have attended several
formal/informal/non-formal learning opportunities which I believe are directly
linked to the IfE course for which I intend to enrol. Is it possible to use these credits and avoid
duplication of previous learning?
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is a formalised process well
accepted by the IfE. A detailed procedure is explained under the Recognition
of Prior Learning Policy and Procedures.
It is to be noted that only qualifications and experience acquired
within ten years of the date of a RPL claim will be considered by the Institute
for Education.
It important to note that RPL requests are only processed if they
have been sent at least 1 month prior to the start of the course. This does not
apply to RPL (formal) claims related to awards completed with the Institute for
Education.
What happens to my application if the maximum course
capacity has been exceeded?
If you do
not manage to secure a spot in the desired course, you will be put on a waiting
list. In the event of any drop-out
applications, prior to the commencement of the course, the IfE will contact
those on the waiting list in an orderly manner.
How will I know that my application has been duly
processed?
Once an application has been submitted, a system generated automated
email will be sent to the email address used throughout the registration. This
email notification is only a confirmation of receipt of application and should
not be considered as an enrolment in a course/ programme.
The Admissions Board would subsequently vet all applications for
eligibility. Applicants that have been accepted onto the qualification
programmes will receive a Student Agreement which needs to be carefully read
and duly endorsed. Applicants for
awards, parental/guardian sessions or educator sessions will not be receiving a
Student Agreement.
Subsequently the respective accepted applicants will receive a
notification for payment. This email will provide a link to the Government
Payment Gateway (GPG).
Once the
payment is processed, another automated email is generated acting as proof of
payment and acceptance letter. This
document may come in handy when applying for scholarship schemes, therefore it
is recommended that it is saved for future reference.
What is a Student Agreement?
As from academic year 2022-2023, course participants following full
qualification programmes will be presented with a Student Agreement intended to
safeguard the interest of the course participants and the IfE alike, by defining
the conditions of acceptance to undertake studies at the IfE. Through the
signing of agreement both parties agree to the stipulated conditions defining
the relationship for the duration of studies.
A student
agreement is a legal requirement emanating from Subsidiary Legislation 327.433 Further and Higher
Education (Licensing, Accreditation and Quality Assurance) Regulations. The
agreement defines the Roles and Responsibilities of the IfE and the course
participants alike and is also a reflection of the IfE Policies and
Procedures.
I am an
international applicant living abroad.
Can I apply for a course offered by the IfE?
For the purpose of admissions, applicants from EU and EEA
countries are considered as nationals and therefore can apply as a regular
applicant. Learners from countries outside EU/EEA/Home are classified as
international applicants and need to refer to the subsequent questions for
further guidance.
I am an
international applicant living in Malta. Can I apply for a course offered by
the IfE
International course participants who intend to move to Malta for
study reasons, for the duration of the course, require an authorisation from Identity Malta in order to be able to
study locally.
The IfE welcomes applications from learners from countries outside
Malta/EU/EEA, subject to their proficiency in the English language. The IfE
will assess completed applications including; all qualifications equivalent to
the required MQF Level as recognised by the Malta Qualification Information
Centre (MQRIC), academic records, and letters of reference. The IfE will also evaluate the duration of
education, the educational institutions attended, as well as the grading system
used. Academic credentials presented must be originals written in the language
in which they are normally issued, accompanied by certified translations in the
English Language.
I did not manage to apply in time. Can I be put on a waiting list?
Only those
who applied within the application deadlines can be added onto the waiting
list.
Will I be notified if my application has been
rejected?
Following a thorough assessment of the eligibility of all applicants,
the Admissions Board within the IfE will contact the respective applicants
informing them of the outcome of their application.
If my application has been rejected, can I apply
for the same course next year?
Applicants
who have failed the eligibility assessment are encouraged to re-apply for the
desired course and/or may be recommended to apply for an alternative suitable
course. Applications for course enrolment are assessed independently from any
previously submitted applications.
Can I withdraw a submitted application?
Submitted
applications can be withdrawn at any point in time by sending an email to ife.admissions@ilearn.edu.mt. The refundability
of the course fee is subject to conditions outlined in the Tuition Fees Policy of the IfE.
Tuition
Fees
Do I have to pay anything at application stage?
For
qualification programmes payments are requested once the applications have been
vetted and the Student Agreement has been endorsed by the applicant.
For other
courses payment is requested once the vetting of applications has been
successful.
When do I pay the
course fee?
Course fees are to be paid once the applicant has
received an official notification of acceptance for a specific course/
programme. The payment due date will generally be communicated in the same
notification. Tuition fees are due at
the start of each academic year or the start of each registration period for
awards. For courses that are longer in duration than one academic year, the
specified yearly fee is due at the respective start of each consecutive
academic year or as otherwise specified in the Student Agreement.
The IfE does not accept cash or personal cheques.
For the time being, payments are accepted through bank to bank transfers
effected through the IfE portal, with any possible bank charges to be borne by
the applicant.
Further details can be found on the Tuition Fees Policy
What is the applicable fee for the course?
All course
fees can be seen on the prospectus. Furthermore, one can access the Tuition Fees page on our
website for more information about administrative charges, Tuition Fees Policy,
and possible funding opportunities.
I am an
international applicant. Which course fee applies to me?
All courses
have a Full Fee and a Home/EU/EEA Fee. The International Fee (full course fee)
applies for applicants who fall under international course participants (those
outside Home/EU/EEA).
What if I cannot pay the tuition fee all at once?
The IfE offers
flexible payment terms to applicants who may request to pay by instalments.
More information on this can be found on the Tuition Fees Policy on our website.
Are there any funding opportunities?
Course
participants are encouraged to seek out possible funding opportunities made
available by various institutions or bodies. All qualification programmes are
eligible for funding through the Get Qualified Scheme while some may be
eligible for other schemes such as the Endeavour Scholarship Scheme and the Training Pays Scheme.
Can I request a refund?
Refunds may
be requested in certain circumstances such as in the case of a course not
meeting the minimum number of applicants and thus not running, in which case
applicants who had settled the course fees and were enrolled on the course will
be granted a 100% refund.
Other
possible refunds may be applicable as per Tuition Fees Policy.
Course Participation
What are the attendance requirements for courses
offered by IfE?
While regular attendance is expected of all course participants at
all levels at the IfE, participants following Bachelor’s Degrees at MQF Level
6, the Postgraduate Certificate, Post Graduate Diploma and Master Degrees at
MQF Level 7 must ensure that their attendance does not fall below 80% in any
particular year. On the other hand, course participants following Awards (Courses
of up to 29 ECTS) must ensure that their attendance of the face-to-face
sessions does not fall below 80%.
More details can be attained from the Attendance
Policy and Procedures.
One may also refer to the:
Extenuating
Circumstances Policy which takes into account instances whereby due to
unforeseen circumstances such as unpredicted events or sudden illness, course
participants are not in a position to complete an assessment.
Leave of Absence
Policy which explains the procedures adopted when a course participant wishes
to take leave from enrolment for a specific period of time not exceeding 12
months.
I wish to terminate my studies, what should I do?
Should you wish to withdraw from a course of study before completion,
you must give notice in writing to the Course Coordinator as well as submit a
form of withdrawal/ exit which the Course Coordinator would subsequently
provide. Course participants may also
request any certification for which they are eligible. Further information can
be accessed through the Termination
of Studies Policy.
I would like to check if the
course I’m interested in applying for is suited for my interests, what shall I
do?
The choice
of which course to follow is a very important decision and you must ensure that
you gather all the information that would enable you to make an informed
decision. You may contact the Manager Student Affairs if you wish to discuss
any course queries and related career prospects through ife.admissions@ilearn.edu.mt
I am having difficulties
following the course, whom shall I contact?
If you are experiencing academic or personal difficulties, you may
contact the Student Affairs Office so that you can discuss your individual
concerns through ife.admissions@ilearn.edu.mt .
You will be guided accordingly depending on the nature of your concern. Should
you wish to contact us via phone you can reach out to the Manager Student
Affairs on tel:25982036.
I will have difficulties
submitting my assignment within the stipulated deadline, what shall I do?
If you envisage that you will have difficulties submitting an assessment
on time due to a particular situation, immediately contact the Course
Coordinator or the Manager Student Affairs through ife.admissions@ilearn.edu.mt so that you will be guided accordingly.
Requesting official Admissions
Documentation
I would like to
request a Transcript/ Certificate. How
can I attain a copy?
Whether you are currently enrolled, or if you were enrolled with IfE in
the past, you may request official admissions documentation by submitting a
formal request to the Institute. A form
for Request
for Academic Records / Europass Diploma Supplement / Official Certificates is available on the IfE website. Please note that some documentation is only
available against proof of payment of the charges stipulated in the list of Administrative
Charges.
When do I receive my
certificate?
Certificates for qualifications are presented during the Graduation
Ceremony which takes place in November where all course participants who
completed their studies and achieved a certificate during the academic year are
invited. Those who do not attend the graduation ceremony will be able to
collect their certificates from the IfE offices following the event.
Certificates
for awards, educator sessions, parental/guardian sessions, and phase courses
are made available through Blockcerts (online). The certificates are uploaded quarterly
throughout the year. Instructions on how to access the certificates and how to
print them will be shared with the recipients with each cycle.
How do I access Blockerts?
Course Participants who have certificates accessible on Blockcerts will
receive an email from ife.blockcerts@ilearn.edu.mt with the full
instructions on how to access the certificates.
Blockcerts are accessible through the Blockcerts Mobile App which can be
downloaded on both iOS or Andriod operating systems
online. Once downloaded, an automated email invitation will be received which
will request the user to add the Institute for Education as an issuer. A second
email from the Institute for Education (IfE) will then be sent with the actual
certificate attached. This file is the real blockchain certificate; it can be
displayed, stored and shared online.
Blockcerts are automatically sent on the 1st day of the month
after the issuer has been added.
How do I print my Blockcert?
To print a hardcopy or to have a backup viewable
offline version below please find instructions on how this can be achieved:
- Open the Blockcerts
Wallet App on the mobile device.
- Select the Issuer
(Institute for Education).
- Select the desired
Blockcert.
- You can choose to
copy the credential link or share it in an application of your choosing.
- Paste the link into
your preferred browser.
- Click
on the browser "Print functionality" and print a copy by
clicking on the "Print" button. This will provide you a
copy of the certificate together with the verification process on the
side.