The island nation Malta in the heart for the Mediterranean is a small country with an interesting and rich history. It was occupied by many different nations over the centuries, and the last one was Great Britain from 1814 until 1964. The British influenced Malta’s culture in many aspects, and one of them is the language.
Malta has two national languages: Maltese and English. All business can be conducted in either Maltese or English. The people of Malta also learn both languages in school. This means that the country is highly competitive with regards to English speaking professionals, which is good for the industry. Many foreign companies are moving their business operations to Malta, as the country offers an interesting taxation structure. International companies also able to hire Maltese people to conduct business in English.
Malta has also become a very popular spot for language students who wish to study English. Students from Europe only have the choice between the UK and Malta, as they are the only two countries with English as a national language. Last year alone over 77,000 students attended language courses in Malta. Most of the students were from Italy, Russia and Germany, but the islands are also very popular with other countries, such as South Korea, Japan and South American countries.
The cost of living and the cost for the courses are considerably lower than in the UK, and another major advantage is that Malta is a sunny country. Many language schools organise for the students to stay in host families, but it is also possible to stay in hotels, short-let flats or flat shares. Especially the summer months are popular among students, as the island offers a lot of activities outside to enjoy the summer while studying the language.
The language courses are also interesting for people who move to Malta in order to work. There are many long-term courses available for virtually any level of English, and it is also possible to hire a private tutor. In short, if you want to learn English, while enjoying the sun, then Malta is the place for you!
