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European, Global and intercultural dimensions in curriculum development

Post-compulsory institutions in Malta, including Ġ.F. Abela Junior College, Sir M. A. Refalo Sixth Form, and Giovanni Curmi Higher Secondary School, play a crucial role in preparing students for higher education and broadening their academic horizons through language studies and intercultural activities.

European, Global and Intercultural Dimension in Curriculum Development

The National Curriculum Framework

Learner mobility

The then Ministry for EU Funds, Social Dialogue and Consumer Protection launched calls for applications for the European Social Fund+ 2021-2027 programme, targeting various actions that support quality and inclusive education and enhanced lifelong learning for growth. The actions proposed need to be in line with one of the following two specific objectives:

Student Mobility

Several national initiatives exist to facilitate student mobility to European countries, particularly targeting undergraduate and postgraduate students. These programmes aim to promote specialisation and foster stronger connections with European educational frameworks. By supporting studies at ISCED levels 6-8, they contribute to producing highly qualified graduates, enhancing employability in key sectors of Malta's knowledge-based economy.

This chapter provides information on national policies that promote mobility and internationalization in education. Political, economic, environmental and social developments taking place within the globalized world undoubtedly impact educational developments and policies. Malta’s strategic position within the European and Mediterranean regions necessitates that it is continuously alert to global changes taking place, including in the educational field.

Academic Guidance

Academic Guidance for Lifelong Learning is provided by the Directorate for Research, Lifelong Learning and Employability (DRLLE) within the Ministry for Education and Sports through the Guidance Team, which was introduced in 2021. This team assists clients on:

•     Learning options in post-compulsory education, both those offered by the Directorate’s own Lifelong Learning Unit and by third-party entities;

•    Application submissions; 

Definition of Target Group

The following target groups are related to courses organised by the directorate for Research, Lifelong Learning and Employability (DRLLE)

1. Persons over the age of 60 years in possession of a Senior Citizens Card (Kartanzjan);

2. Persons with very low literacy (English and Maltese) and numeracy;

3. Persons who have been declared to be financially disadvantaged; and

Academic guidance

Guidance is provided both on a group and one to one basis. Mentoring sessions are provided to help learners to adjust to higher education demands. Among others these are aimed at helping student having difficulty with their academic output such as failing exams and repeating an academic year.