S.L. 327.538 Art. 4Objectives.

The aims of the School shall be:

(a) to administer and run foundation studies courses that provide students who have not followed an educational system comparable to the one in Malta with the knowledge as well as the personal and interpersonal skills and organisational framework upon which to base their future studies;

(b) to engage and stimulate students whilst giving the appropriate support needed to move from a fully structured educational environment in high school to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of degree students;

(c) to enable students to progress successfully to academic programmes of study by offering specific training and support in those core areas where students may require further assistance;

(d) to cooperate with the University’s academic entities where the School’s students will continue their studies, in order to ensure the best possible level of preparation in the various areas tackled by the School’s courses;

(e) to cooperate with other University units responsible for academic and international affairs in matters related to the School; and

(f) to promote and facilitate intake of students at the School in collaboration with other University academic and administrative entities.