
Before you enquire.
Who awards what, start dates, English, fees and offers through agents.
Who awards Aspire's qualifications?
Each qualification is awarded by its awarding body, and the awarding body is stated in every offer: OTHM (UK) for British diplomas, eie European Business School (Malta) for European degrees, Arden University (UK, via OTHM) for British degrees, and ISMAC, Paris / SSBR, Switzerland with OTHM for doctoral programmes. Aspire awards the Global Skill Certificate.
What is Aspire Hybrid?
Aspire Hybrid is an advanced blended model: study from home on the Aspire learning system, join bootcamps, workshops and meetups at your nearest Hybrid Hub (Dubai, Bangalore, Almaty, Lagos or London), and experience Barcelona through immersion visits and your graduation. Hybrid students earn the same awards as On-Campus students.
What is the Triple-Certification Advantage?
Every Aspire student graduates with three credentials: a British Diploma (OTHM), a British or European Degree (Arden University or eie), and an Aspire Global Skill Certificate in an area such as AI, Data Analytics, FinTech, Digital Marketing or Project Management.
Is there a Transfer Scholarship?
Yes. Hybrid students who transfer to complete their final year in Barcelona or Malta receive a guaranteed 15% Transfer Scholarship, up to 30% based on their profile. Higher awards are confirmed in writing. Transfers depend on academic progress, admission, available places and visa approval.
When are Aspire's intakes?
Aspire programmes start three times a year — September, January and May — On-Campus in Barcelona or through Aspire Hybrid.
Who holds the MFHEA licence?
eie European Business School holds Licence No. 2005-TC-001 from the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority. The school was known as eie Institute of Education until 27 December 2023 — the licence number did not change when the name did.
When can I start at eie in Malta?
Lecture-based college and university courses in Malta start on fixed intake dates — the next ones are 18 January, 26 April, 19 July and 18 October 2027. Online academic awards and short courses can start any day. English language courses start every Monday.
Can I start at the bachelor's or master's directly?
Yes, if you already hold the qualifications for that level. You enter at the level your current studies allow — not always at the first diploma. Tell us what you have already studied and we will point you to the level eie can consider.
What English level do I need?
For Aspire programmes: IELTS 5.5 (undergraduate) or 6.0 (postgraduate) or equivalent, or the Aspire English assessment. eie's own diplomas and degrees in Malta usually ask for IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Can I study online?
Most degrees have an online / self-study mode as well as classroom study in Malta. The Undergraduate Diploma in Business Administration is offered online only. Durations and fees differ between modes — always confirm the mode before accepting an offer.
How quickly will I get an answer?
eie aims to send a conditional offer letter and an invoice within 48 hours of an application. Once you meet the conditions, sign the student agreement and pay, eie issues a letter of acceptance and a receipt.
What is the Get Qualified scheme?
Malta Enterprise's Get Qualified scheme lets eligible, self-funded students recover up to 70% of registration and tuition fees as a tax credit after successfully completing an accredited course. Eligibility is decided by Malta Enterprise — ask eie before relying on it.
Can I work while studying in Malta?
eie notes that academic students in Malta are allowed to work part-time, up to 20 hours per week. Check the current rules for your visa status with the Maltese authorities.
What if an agent sent me an offer or invoice?
Send a copy of the offer letter, letter of acceptance, invoice or receipt to [email protected]. eie will confirm whether it is genuine. eie is not responsible for documents or payments that did not come from eie.
Can I leave a degree early with a qualification?
Many programmes have exit awards. For example, after 60 ECTS of the MBA you can exit with the Post Graduate Diploma. An exit fee of 2,000 Euro applies when an exit award is issued.
Where are you in Barcelona?
Avenida de Parallel 54, Ent 4, 08004 Barcelona. Call +34 934 43 1571 or +34 667 755 145, or email [email protected].
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