Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Technical Design and Technology
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
This programme is true to the nature of technology as it relates significantly with areas such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art to name but a few. It also creates new combinations and boundaries of such technologically related domains. Within this course you will learn study-units that are intended to enable technological capability; that is to 'do' technology as opposed to just learning about it. However, there are other study-units which are then targeted towards developing a reflective perspective on technology and its interaction with the human being, that is, how technology may be used or misused, learnt and taught.The components you will be taught about are categorized in the following headings: Engineering Sciences and Visual Communication conceptual knowledge ֠Resistant materials, Electrical and Electronic Systems and Control and, Graphics Technological procedural knowledge Design principles and processesMathematics Field visits Technology studies This programme is true to the nature of technology as it relates significantly with areas such as mathematics, science, engineering, computing and art to name but a few. It also creates new combinations and boundaries of such technologically related domains. Within this course you will learn study-units that are intended to enable technological capability; that is to 'do' technology as opposed to just learning about it. However, there are other study-units which are then targeted towards developing a reflective perspective on technology and its interaction with the human being, that is, how technology may be used or misused, learnt and taught. The components you will be taught about are categorized in the following headings: Engineering Sciences and Visual Communication conceptual knowledge ֠Resistant materials, Electrical and Electronic Systems and Control and, Graphics This programme is true to the nature of technology because although it relates significantly with areas such as mathematics
Career Opportunities
As a graduate in Technical Design and Technology, your liberal study of technology and hands-on skills about the domains of technological design, manufacturing processes, graphical communication, engineering drawing, materials and mechanical structures, will make you employable within sectors that include: entrepreneurship and self-employment, design, education, product design industry, research including educational research, public relations, graphic design industry, manufacturing industry, furniture industry, building services, government agencies, industry representatives, corporate communications, advertising, media, administration, management, business and marketing. Apart from encouraging enterprising job initiatives, this degree is the ideal springboard for employment within professions that communicate technology such as the Masters in Teaching and Learning postgraduate degree in Education.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TET1001 Applied Electrical and Electronics for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1002 Applied Resistant Materials for Technology 1 4 ECTS (NC) TET1014 Introduction to Iconic Programming 4 ECTS (NC) Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TET1000 Safety Issues and Practices for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1003 Foundations of Electrical Theories for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1004 Introduction to Solid State Devices and Circuits for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1005 Wood Studies for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1006 Metal Studies for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1007 Graphic Design and Communication 4 ECTS (NC) TET1016 Algebra and Trigonometry for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TET1009 Transducer Circuits 4 ECTS (NC) TET1010 Polymer Studies for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1011 Textile Studies for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET1012 Graphical Communication Techniques 4 ECTS (NC) TET1015 Calculus for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) Requirement for regular progression to Year 2: 60 ECTS credits. Year 2 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) TET2001 Manufacturing Processes for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET2002 Prototype Design and Manufacture for Technology 2 ECTS (NC) TET2003 Field Visits - Graphic Industries 2 ECTS TET2015 Design Science: Theory, Processes and Methods 6 ECTS (NC) Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) CGS2000 Cognitive Psychology for Design and Technology 4 ECTS ESE2105 Foundations of Digital Electronics for Technology 5 ECTS (NC) TET2006 Mechanical Structures for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET2007 Technical Graphics and Design 1 4 ECTS (NC) TET2008 Analytic Geometry for Technology 4 ECTS (NC) TET
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements An Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in any subject. Admission to this course is also open to applicants in possession of: Either: five passes in the Secondary Education Certificate Examination at grade 5 or better or at SEC level 3, including English Language and Maltese, and the Advanced Technicians Diploma of the City and Guilds of London Institute, or the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering Level 5, or the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Electronic Engineering Level 5, or the MCAST-BTEC Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Level 5, or a qualification considered equivalent by the University Admissions Board on the recommendation of the Board. Or: five passes in the Secondary Education Certificate Examination at Grade 5 or better or at SEC level 3, including English Language and Maltese and an MCAST Advanced Diploma Level 4 awarded in an area related to the following: Engineering and Transport, Creative Arts, Information and Communication Technology, Applied Sciences. Applicants in possession of the Diploma in Design Foundation Studies or the Certificate in Foundation Studies in Engineering and ICT or the Certificate in Engineering Sciences awarded by the University of Malta may also be considered. Applicants considered in terms of paragraph (c) of regulation 6 of the Admissions Regulations must be in possession of those qualifications and/or experience that would satisfy the Faculty Admissions Committee that they have reached the academic standard required to follow the Course with profit. The eligibility of such applicants shall be decided by the University Admissions Board on the recommendation of the Faculty Admissions Committee, following an interview conducted by an interviewing board appointed for the purpose. Applicants with other qualifications considered to be sufficient may be exempted by the Univ
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
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About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
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