Gzira

Malta

Gzira is a modern town covering an area of 1.0 km² with a population of approximately 11,699 residents. Centrally located and highly convenient, it is renowned for its stunning views of Valletta and Marsamxett Harbour, as well as its yacht marina, seafront promenade, and public gardens. Its proximity to the University of Malta, Sliema, and St. Julian‘s adds to its appeal.

A revitalized Gzira has become a thriving hub for businesses, including hotels, restaurants, financial institutions, legal firms, online betting companies, real estate agencies, and offices. The town is home to a vibrant, multi-ethnic, and multicultural community.

The local economy is primarily driven by service industries, commercial enterprises, and educational services.

ABOUT THE HOSTING PARTNER

Sectors

Discover the range of vocational sectors available for your students in this destination

Main sectors

Food and Hospitality: Tourism
Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies: Electronics and Electrotechnics
Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources: Agriculture

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Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources

Agriculture
Environmental Sustainability and Circular Economy
Horticulture
Veterinary and Animal Welfare

Arts, Design and Media

Archeology and Cultural Heritage Conservation
Audio and sound design
Fashion and Design
Graphics and Photography
Pre-press and Printmaking

Business, Administration and Services

Administration and Accounting
E-commerce
Marketing and Sales
Retail and Commercial Services
Visual merchandiser

Construction and Built Environment

Architecture
Construction
Energy Systems
Interior design
Renewable Energy Technologies

Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies

Automotive
Electronics and Electrotechnics
Machining and CNC Technologies
Mechatronics
Textile Technology

Food and Hospitality

Food Processing
Hospitality
Kitchen staff
Pastry and Bakery
Tourism
Waiter and Catering

Health and Social Care

Childcare
Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics
Nursery
Social Care

Information and Communication Technologies

Computer Science and Information Technology
Software Development
Telecommunications Installations

Personal Services

Hair and Beauty
Sports and Outdoor Activities

Science and Applied Technologies

Biotechnology
Chemistry and Pharmacy

Transport and Mobility

Aeronautics
Maritime Operations and Logistics
Motor Vehicle and Electromechanics
Nautics
Transport and Logistics

Services

Everything you need to know about how the mobility experience is organised and delivered.

Always included

Transfer from the airport on demand (public and private)
Accommodation More info
Local transport
Mentoring More info
Placement matching or study visit programmes
Erasmus+ mobility paperwork management

Extra

24/7 emergency support
Language course/s
Study visits for students
Hosting minors with Accompanying Person
Hosting minors without Accompanying Person

Main hosting city: Gzira

Other hosting cities: Sliema, Msida

Mobility duration for internships: from 1 week to More than 13 weeks

GETTING TO KNOW THE CITY

What’s popular in Gzira

Valletta

Sliema Promenade

St. Julian’s and Spinola Bay

Ta’ Xbiex Marina

Mdina (The Silent City)

The Three Cities (Birgu, Senglea, Cospicua)

The surroundings

Trivia time

Did you know that Valletta, Malta’s stunning capital, is the smallest national capital in the European Union? Covering just 0.8 square kilometers, it’s packed with over 320 monuments, making it one of the most historically dense areas in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site!