University of Malta (Med School) - question for current students
Hello to everyone,
I’m an applicant from an EU country, currently finishing my Master’s degree in Public Health. I am very interested in applying for the 5-year Medicine programme at the University of Malta and would greatly appreciate insights from current students or recent graduates. I would be also very happy to send you DM with few short questions, if possible.
To introduce myself and why I ams asking: My academic background is somewhat unconventional. I previously studied medicine for two years at Masaryk University in the Czech Republic (search for name of this uni on Google/Reddit/here and you will get example of how it (un)works there...). The program was extremely demanding — exams in subjects like Anatomy, Histology, and Biophysics were rigorous, with continuous assessments, lab work, credit tests, practical exams, and oral exams. It was a highly challenging experience, and unfortunately, only 40% of students graduate on time, with just 60% completing the programme overall. I managed to pass these tough exams, so I’m not afraid of hard work.
However, I am hoping for a learning environment that is more structured and perhaps more supportive. I’m very dedicated to the medical field and would love to give it another try at a different university. I have a few questions: How is the course at the University of Malta structured?
Could anyone kindly share sample lecture notes (e.g., from Biochemistry) to have imagination of difficulty level? What is the approximate dropout rate voluntarily/involuntarily?
Dont you please have any sample questions from any Year1-Year2 exams - just to see how it is difficult? To know how the question look like? Is it mulitple-choice? Just 1-4 sample questions would be awesome. You can send me DM. Many many thanks to all!!!
I’ve noticed that the educational approach in Malta may differ from what I experienced in the Czech Republic, and I would really like to understand what to expect. I’m fluent in English at a C1 level, highly motivated, and fully aware that medical studies are demanding — I just want to find the right environment to thrive.
Thank you in advance for your help!
I’m an applicant from an EU country, currently finishing my Master’s degree in Public Health. I am very interested in applying for the 5-year Medicine programme at the University of Malta and would greatly appreciate insights from current students or recent graduates. I would be also very happy to send you DM with few short questions, if possible.
To introduce myself and why I ams asking: My academic background is somewhat unconventional. I previously studied medicine for two years at Masaryk University in the Czech Republic (search for name of this uni on Google/Reddit/here and you will get example of how it (un)works there...). The program was extremely demanding — exams in subjects like Anatomy, Histology, and Biophysics were rigorous, with continuous assessments, lab work, credit tests, practical exams, and oral exams. It was a highly challenging experience, and unfortunately, only 40% of students graduate on time, with just 60% completing the programme overall. I managed to pass these tough exams, so I’m not afraid of hard work.
However, I am hoping for a learning environment that is more structured and perhaps more supportive. I’m very dedicated to the medical field and would love to give it another try at a different university. I have a few questions: How is the course at the University of Malta structured?
Could anyone kindly share sample lecture notes (e.g., from Biochemistry) to have imagination of difficulty level? What is the approximate dropout rate voluntarily/involuntarily?
Dont you please have any sample questions from any Year1-Year2 exams - just to see how it is difficult? To know how the question look like? Is it mulitple-choice? Just 1-4 sample questions would be awesome. You can send me DM. Many many thanks to all!!!
I’ve noticed that the educational approach in Malta may differ from what I experienced in the Czech Republic, and I would really like to understand what to expect. I’m fluent in English at a C1 level, highly motivated, and fully aware that medical studies are demanding — I just want to find the right environment to thrive.
Thank you in advance for your help!
Reply 1
Hey there, thanks for posting a question in the Medicine forum. 
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(Please read the first post, before then posting any further questions you have within that thread.)
The "Which Medical School Should I Apply To?" Uberthread
The Ultimate 'Am I Good Enough For Medicine?' Angst Thread
Medicine A-Level subjects queries
Work Experience and Voluntary Work
2024 Applicants :
Official Undergraduate Medicine 2024 Entry
Graduate Entry Medicine 2024 Entry
GAMSAT 2024 / 2025 entry discussions megathread
UCAT 2024 Entry Discussions Megathread
Medicine 2024 entry for resit / retake / gap year applicants
A100 Medicine for International Students 2024 Entry
Medicine Interview Discussion 2024 Entry
2024 entry A100 / A101 Medicine fastest and slowest offer senders
Medical Schools Index 2024 Entry
2025 Applicants :
Official Thread: (Undergraduate) Medicine 2025 entry
Official Thread: Graduate Entry Medicine 2025 Entry
GAMSAT 2025 / 2026 entry discussions megathread
UCAT 2025 Entry Discussions Megathread
Medicine 2025 entry for resit/ retake/ gap year applicants
A100 Medicine for International Students 2025 Entry
Medicine Interview Discussion 2025 Entry
2025 entry A100/ A101 Medicine fastest and slowest offer senders
Medical Schools Index 2025 Entry
Other application years:
Official Thread: (Undergraduate) Medicine 2026 entry
Official Thread: Graduate Entry Medicine 2026 Entry
Useful Articles:
GCSE Requirements for Medicine
Everything you need to know about the BMAT
Work Experience as a Graduate or Mature student
Medicine Personal Statement Advice
Medicine Personal Statement Advice (Graduate Entry)
Interview Frequently Asked Questions
MMI Medicine Interview Tips
What to do after an unsuccessful first application
Funding medicine as a second degree
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Reply 2
Hey were you able to get any information to your questions. I am thinking of applying next year.
Reply 3
i would like to get informations about this as well
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