About MAVC

Welcome to the college named after the father of the Maltese language, the Mikiel Anton Vassalli College established on the 19th November 2018 with a specific focus to improve and coordinate the visual and performing art education in Malta and Gozo. Our vision is for these specialised schools to gain the status of an academic cluster with the focus on the quality of teaching and learning in the visual and performing arts. As a college, we strive to create the synergy between these specialised schools. Moreover, we instill in our learners especially the young generation, this awareness of the economics of culture and creative industries in Malta, especially when one considers that they contribute to 6.4% to the Maltese GDP.

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DigiTech Methods: Erasmus Plus Training Workshops

Currently the MAVC College is hosting a series of workshops which form part of the DigiTech Methods Erasmus+ KA210 project, which has been designed to consolidate educators’ digital skills. Led by Mikiel Anton Vassalli College, in collaboration with the Digital Literacy and Transversal Skills Directorate, the project offers a cross-section of workshops for primary, secondary […]

VACANCIES: Part Time Educators to teach at Mikiel Anton Vassalli College

Recent calls for interested individuals to teach on a Part-Time basis as an educator are published and one may apply from here: https://edurecruitment.gov.mt/ The call closes on 18th November. Vacant Subjects: Traditional Theory Jazz Theory Piano Accompanist Pianoforte Stone & Wood Sculpture History of Arts Multidisciplinary Arts Studies – Music Multidisciplinary Arts Studies – Dance […]

Mikiel Anton Vassalli College Announces it’s annual production for 2025

It is with great pleasure that Mikiel Anton Vassalli College, the National College for the Performing and Visual Arts announces it’s annual production for 2025. After this year’s highly successfull ‘Id-Dejjem (The Everlink)’ A Play with Music and Dance we are proud to announce that 25th April 2025 shall see the world premier of the […]

Master Carver to Lead Woodcarving Workshop at the MAVC Malta School of Art

The MAVC Malta School of Art and the Malta Crafts Foundation have teamed up to offer a unique opportunity for aspiring artists to delve into the world of woodcarving. From October 28th to 30th, 2024, the versatile Bulgarian sculptor and artisan Kaloyan Minchev will conduct an intensive 3-day workshop at the MAVC Malta School of […]

2,683 students registered for the new academic year at Mikiel Anton Vassalli College

This year, we proudly welcome a total of 2,683 students across our various schools: MAVC, Malta School of Art (Valletta): 574 students MAVC, Malta School of Drama and Dance (Blata l-Bajda): 290 students MAVC, Gozo Visual & Performing Arts School (Xewkija) 944 students MAVC, Malta School of Music (Hamrun): 850 students And 25 students registered […]

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In Loving Memory of Mr. Stephen Attard

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Stephen Attard, a cherished former music teacher at Mikiel Anton Vassalli College. Mr. Attard was not only a passionate and dedicated educator but also a kind-hearted individual whose warmth and generosity left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His […]

Art for our times by Kane Calì at the Malta School of Art

All we did was start a Fire:   Art for our times by Kane Calì at the Malta School of Art  A bright, alarming red print midway through a staircase; an austere typeface in the same colour across the cover of the catalogue and a series of fragmented busts hovering upon white plinths. In a solo […]

New Head of School for MAVC, Malta School of Music

Dr Jes Grixti is the newly appointed Head of School for the MAVC, Malta School of Music. A distinguished composer, academic, and pedagogue with an international reputation Dr Grixti frequently collaborates with both local and international performers. His music is regularly featured at prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, US. His music is […]

Donation of Guido Stilon’s oil painting

The Mikiel Anton Vassalli College – Malta School of Art is thrilled to announce the acquisition of an early oil painting by the respectable photographer Guido Stilon (1932 – 1975). This exquisite painting was executed when Stilon was still a student of the School of Art and represents the School Art studios during his early formative […]

Joseph Aquilina Donation

The Mikiel Anton Vassalli College – Malta School of Art is honoured to announce the generous donation of a lovely painting by the artist Joseph Aquilina (1934-2021).   This oil painting was generously gifted by his daughter Ms Christine Grech. Joseph (also known as Giuseppe) Aquilina was mentored at the School of Art. His main art tutors were […]

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Frequently asked questions

All information is to be found on this website and on the Facebook Page of the Malta School of Art.
All courses are free of charge, however there is a registration fee. Students under 16 years of age can register without any charges. There is a registration fee for potential candidates who fall within the following criteria:

Students 60+ are not charged for the first registration. Regular admission fees apply for additional courses.
Registration Fee for a non-accredited course is €34.94
Registration Fee for an accredited course is € 46.59
Registration Fees for non-European citizens are €69.98 for non-accredited courses and €93.18 for accredited courses.
Registration Payment is to be proceed online. Registration Fees are not refundable.
Registrations and submissions of application are performed online through this website.
Candidates who want to transfer to other courses are requested to inform the school administration. The school administration will decide whether such a request is possible.
Certificates of Attendance are issued upon request. The issuing certificates are subject to an 80% attendance.
Courses are 32 weeks long, commencing in October until May.
Some materials are provided by the school. However, all the students are requested to bring their own materials and the requested resources.
The maximum amount of students per class is of not more than twelve students for practical workshops and twenty-five students for History of Art classes.
Absentee is to be reported via e-mail to the class Educator. Should a person fail to attend three consecutive lessons without prior notification s/he shall be considered not interested to continue the course and will be omitted from the class list.
Late Applications are subject to the availability of space and are listed on a Waiting List.
Regular communication and notifications are conveyed via e-mail and sms by the school administration.