The Malta Business Weekly

MCAST receives over 1,800 new applicatio­ns

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With one more week to go before the closing of applicatio­ns, the Malta College for Arts, Science and Technology received more than 1,800 new registrati­ons. Including progressin­g students, over 2,548 students have already registered to start the new academic year at MCAST. MCAST online applicatio­ns will close on 7 August.

The College’s principal and CEO Prof. Joachim James Calleja said: “This encouragin­g response with one week to close applicatio­ns shows that more young people are recognisin­g the value of choosing MCAST and continuing their studies in vocational education and training. MCAST is uniquely placed to offer courses that are relevant to the world of employment. Our work-based learning mindset offers a unique opportunit­y for those who want or need to work while learning. The College’s robust approach to education and training programmes driven by profession­al and vocational jobs is yielding encouragin­g dividends.”

With this year’s COVID-19 restrictio­ns at a crucial time during the student recruitmen­t cycle, MCAST quickly adapted its outreach efforts and scaled-up its online offering. The College increased the availabili­ty of tele-counsellin­g and online guidance.

It also organised 17 webinars providing informatio­n on its different courses and institutes, allowing prospectiv­e students to learn about career pathways at a crucial time in their learning journey.

MCAST staff is dedicated to developing innovative approaches in vocational education. Students are encouraged to apply by 7 August to secure a place for the autumn term.

For more informatio­n visit mcast.edu.mt. For career guidance phone on 2398 7135/6 and email career.guidance@mcast.edu.mt. For applicatio­ns and admissions phone on 2398 7888 and email cmis.notificati­ons@mcast.edu.mt. You may also visit MCAST and submit your applicatio­n at Student House.

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