English language study holiday in Malta for adults
The island of Malta is located in the heart of the Mediterranean between East and West. With 7,000 years of history, it is a veritable open-air museum: from the world’s oldest Neolithic remains to the traces left by the Knights of Malta and Italian Renaissance artists, not to mention its fortified towns dating back to the Middle Ages, it boasts an impressive heritage, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
But Malta also boasts a warm and sunny climate all year round, crystal-clear waters, colourful landscapes, towns with picturesque narrow streets, numerous cafés and restaurants, and a particularly lively nightlife. Malta is certainly the ideal compromise between learning and relaxation.
Our partner school is located in the heart of St Julian’s, a friendly seaside resort built around a small bay, a stone’s throw from the beach and the bus station. It is the ideal school for perfecting your English in a Mediterranean setting.
Accreditations: FELTOM, ISO 9001
The school offers:
- 44 classrooms with interactive whiteboards
- A lounge for relaxing and chatting after class
- Free Wi-Fi
- A library
- A study room with computers connected to the internet
- A café in the building offering snacks, hot and cold meals
- A rooftop terrace
- Discounted gym membership
- A social and cultural programme
- Free access to Microsoft Office and Teams throughout your stay
VIP service – The Orange Carpet Experience
EC rolls out the orange carpet to welcome you
- Even before you arrive: access to the EC-Online platform to prepare all aspects of your stay
- A warm welcome upon your arrival at the airport or train station
- A warm welcome at your residence (an EC representative on site) or at your host family’s home
- A welcome activity on Sunday to get to know the other students
- On the first day of class: a VIP reception at the school
- Introduction to all team members and welcome drinks
You’re now ready to learn!
English lessons: general information
- Lesson duration: 45 minutes
- Number of students per class: 11 on average (14 maximum); mini group: maximum 6
- Timetable: lessons take place in the morning and/or afternoon
- Placement test: on the first day of classes
- Certificate of attendance at the end of the stay
- Individual tutoring
- Personalised training plan
- Regular assessment of your progress based on the Oxford Online Placement Test
STANDARD COURSE
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20 general English lessons per week
4 lessons per day during which you will improve the 4 fundamental skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. You will develop your ability to use English in everyday situations.
Levels offered: beginner to advanced
INTENSIVE COURSE
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Ideal course for rapid progress
30 general English lessons per week, comprising 20 general English lessons from the standard course 10 lessons from a module chosen from the following options
Options
– Writing
– Media Studies
– Language of Music
– Film Analysis
– Debates on globalisation
– Comparative study of cultural and communication differences
– Contemporary writing
– Academic English (note-taking, essay writing, presentations, etc.)
– Oral expression
Levels offered: beginner to advanced
ENGLISH FOR THE WORKPLACE
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30 lessons per week, comprising 20 lessons of general English and 10 lessons of business English per week
You will develop your general English skills, then focus on English for the workplace. You will learn to communicate accurately, clearly and fluently, which will enable you to give presentations or lead conference calls with ease in your professional life.
The areas studied are:
– Leading and managing meetings and conference calls
– Presentations
– Project planning
– Small talk
– Goal setting
– Applying for jobs
– Interviewing
Minimum English level : B1 (intermediate)
Duration: 1 to 12 weeks
BUSINESS ENGLISH IN MINI GROUPS – 20 OR 30 LESSONS
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20 or 30 English lessons for professionals in mini groups of 6 students
This mini group course allows everyone to get involved and participate actively. The flexibility of the teachers, who adapt to the needs of each student, combined with the small class size, allows students to progress at a faster pace.
The topics covered in class are flexible and depend on the group, but generally include:
– Telephone English
– The language of business meetings
– Giving presentations
– Conducting negotiations
– Writing professional reports, emails and letters
Minimum level of English: B1 (intermediate)
Minimum age: 25
Duration: 1 to 2 weeks
The EC methodology
The school has developed teaching methods focused on the practical use of everyday English. The four skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening are covered, with particular attention paid to conversation, grammar, vocabulary, idioms and pronunciation.
The aim is to teach you the English language of today so that you can communicate and be understood by everyone at the end of your language stay. Each lesson will be based on a specific theme or topic suitable for adults.
The teaching resources used are specially designed by EC and supplemented by other materials such as press reviews, videos and other audio documents.
Teachers provide advice and encouragement throughout the stay, while ensuring that learning is combined with a good atmosphere. It is important to create a pleasant atmosphere and mutual trust in the classroom. As practising the language is the best way to make progress, you will be actively involved during lessons.
Every week, the school organises cultural and leisure activities in the afternoons and evenings, which you are free to participate in or not. These activities may be free or at cost, and their frequency varies depending on the time of year. The activity schedule is available on the EC-Online platform.
Examples of possible activities:
- Welcome Event
- Visits to museums and various historical sites
- Restaurant outings
- Bowling
- Yoga classes
- Various excursions
Shared room, shared bathroom, half board
Travel time to school: 15 to 45 minutes by public transport
Practical information:
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Laundry facilities available (the family usually makes their washing machine available once a week or tells you which day is laundry day)
Options (additional charge):
- Single room, breakfast
- Single room, half board
The Campus Hub residence is located in the heart of L-Imsida, close to the University of Malta, making it easy to get to all parts of Malta. Restaurants, fast food outlets, a supermarket and a pharmacy are just a few minutes’ walk from the campus. This neighbourhood offers a real student atmosphere.
Features:
- Double room
- Shared bathroom (max. 1:6)
- No meals included
- Travel time to school: 30 minutes by bus
- Location: L-Lmsida, very close to the University of Malta, well served by public transport
- Numerous cafés and restaurants
- A deposit of €50 to €350 (depending on the length of stay) will be required. It is to be paid on site by bank transfer or credit card (cash not accepted) and will be returned at the end of the stay if no damage is found.
Facilities/services available:
- Bed linen and bath towels provided on arrival (please bring your own beach towel)
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Iron, hairdryer
- Shared kitchen with dining area
- Lounge with Smart TV and comfortable furniture
- Gym (additional charge)
- Outdoor swimming pool (free)
- Laundry facilities (extra charge)
- Cleaning once a week. Tidying and refreshing of bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas. Towels and bed linen are also changed weekly. For daily maintenance of the flat, students must purchase their own cleaning supplies.
Options at an additional cost:
- Single room, private bathroom
The flats are generally located in Sliema, St Julian’s and Swieqi, three of Malta’s liveliest towns. These neighbourhoods are home to a large part of Malta’s expat community due to their youthful atmosphere and wide choice of shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. Students who choose to stay here will be well connected to Malta’s social, cultural and tourist scenes. The beaches are never far away, nor is the long seafront promenade.
Features:
- Apartment for up to 8 people
- Shared room
- Shared bathroom (max. 1:4)
- No meals included
- Travel time to school: 5 to 30 minutes’ walk from the school
- Location: Sliema, St Julian’s or Swieqi
- A deposit of €50 to €350 (depending on the length of stay) will be required. It is to be paid on site by bank transfer or credit card (cash not accepted) and will be returned at the end of the stay if no damage is found.
Facilities and services available:
- Bed linen and towels provided on arrival (please bring your own beach towel)
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Lounge
- Washing machine
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning once a week. Tidying and refreshing of bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas. Towels and linen are also changed weekly. For daily maintenance of the flat, students must purchase their own cleaning supplies.
*Free up to £10 per week, equivalent to approximately 20 hours, between the end of the second week of December and the end of the second week of March. In summer, a fan is provided in each room. Air conditioning or heating outside the above dates can cost an average of £5 to £10 per day and can be paid for by the meter. The electricity consumption of air conditioning depends heavily on usage and the cost may therefore be higher than the above amount.
Options with additional charge:
- Single room, shared bathroom
- Single room, private bathroom
- Private studio for 1 or 2 people
You can also opt for 1 studio – 1 bedroom with private bathroom
Travel
Arrival day: Saturday or Sunday
Departure day: Saturday or Sunday
Important: The stay is for a period of 7 nights ( either Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday).
Arrival airport:
- Malta Airport: Malta International Airport
Transfer available on request (additional charge, see “Dates & prices” tab).
Note: do not book your transport until we have confirmed your stay.
Visa information
Do you need a visa to participate in this programme? For more information on this subject, please consult our Visa Information page.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by email or telephone if you would like more information on this subject.
Dates 2026
The school is open to students over the age of 30 all year round, except during the summer period when the school organises a special programme for 12-17 year olds with lessons and supervised activities.
Start of sessions: most courses start every Monday throughout the year, unless otherwise stated below. If Monday is a public holiday, courses start on Tuesday.
Public holidays and vacations: 1 January, 10 February, 19 March, 31 March, 3 April, 1 May, 29 June, 8 September, 21 September, 8 December, 25 December
2026 prices
Includes all taxes and registration fees
English for the workplace: 1 to 12 weeks. For prices, see 30 lessons.
| Course and accommodation with a host family, shared room, half-board | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 20 lessons | 30 lessons |
| 1 week | € 675 | € 785 |
| 2 weeks | € 1.230 | € 1.450 |
| 3 weeks | € 1.765 | € 2.095 |
| 4 weeks | € 2.315 | € 2.755 |
| 6 weeks | € 3.415 | € 4.075 |
| 8 weeks | € 4.515 | € 5.395 |
| 10 weeks | € 5.610 | € 6.710 |
| 12 weeks | € 6.170 | € 6.950 |
| 16 weeks | € 8.160 | € 9.200 |
| 18 weeks | € 9.155 | € 10.325 |
| 20 weeks | € 10.150 | € 11.450 |
| 24 weeks | € 11.800 | € 13.240 |
| 32 weeks | € 15.580 | € 17.500 |
| 36 weeks | € 17.500 | € 19.660 |
| Course and accommodation in Campus Hub residence, shared room, meals not included | ||
| Duration | 20 lessons | 30 lessons |
| 1 week | € 635 | € 745 |
| 2 weeks | € 1.150 | € 1.370 |
| 3 weeks | € 1.645 | € 1.975 |
| 4 weeks | € 2.155 | € 2.595 |
| 6 weeks | € 3.175 | € 3.835 |
| 8 weeks | € 4.195 | € 5.075 |
| 10 weeks | € 5.210 | € 6.310 |
| 12 weeks | € 5.690 | € 6.470 |
| 16 weeks | € 7.520 | € 8.560 |
| 18 weeks | € 8.435 | € 9.605 |
| 20 weeks | € 9.350 | € 10.650 |
| 24 weeks | € 10.840 | € 12.280 |
| 32 weeks | € 14.300 | € 16.220 |
| 36 weeks | € 16.060 | € 18.220 |
| Suppléments cours (par semaine) | ||
| Business English in Mini Group - 20 lessons/week | € 240 | |
| Business English in Mini Group - 30 lessons/week | € 260 | |
| High season 29/06-28/08 (courses of 1 to 12 weeks only) | € 25 | |
| Morning classes guaranteed (subject to availability) | € 40 | |
| Accommodation supplements (per week) | ||
| [CH]Homestay accommodation | Basse saison | Haute Saison (27/06-27/09) |
| Shared room, half board, shared bathroom | - | € 65 |
| Private room, breakfast, shared bathroom | € 90 | € 240 |
| Private room, half board, shared bathroom | € 110 | € 260 |
| Special diet (vegetarian, halal, etc.) | € 50 | - |
| [CH]Accommodation in Campus Hub residence | ||
| Shared room, no meals, shared bathroom | - | € 90 |
| Single room, no meals, private bathroom | € 180 | € 365 |
| [CH]Shared apartment accommodation | ||
| Shared room, no meals, shared bathroom | € 10 | € 100 |
| Single room, no meals, shared bathroom | € 135 | € 320 |
| Single room, no meals, private bathroom | € 185 | € 370 |
| Studio - 1 bedroom, private bathroom, no meals included | € 285 | € 740 |
| Transfer - Per journey | ||
| Malta International Airport (MLA) | € 25 | |
| Private transfer (assistance with luggage upon arrival at the accommodation) | € 50 | |
Prices include:
- The chosen course programme
- Accommodation as described
- Teaching materials and books
- Unlimited internet access
- Language activities and workshops
- The welcome activity
- Cultural and social programme
- Certificate of attendance
- Access to the MyEC platform
- Free access to Microsoft Office during your stay (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
- All school taxes and administrative fees
- Transfer from the airport to your accommodation upon arrival
Not included:
- Return travel to Malta
- Return transfer from accommodation to the airport
- Deposit, if applicable
- Optional insurance
- The eco-tax (€0.50/night with a maximum of €5/stay) – for students aged 18
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