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Outstanding PastBright Future
Studying at the
University of Malta
a guided tour through the maze
Outstanding PastBright Future
Academic Administration
Rector’s Office
Registrar’s Office
Faculty Office
Departmental Office
Main Contact Points
In case of difficulties and problems, seek help immediately, not after you sit for exams and fail!
Re Academic matters, contact your Head of Department
Re Administrative matters, contact your Faculty Office (check list of Faculty Officers which was sent to you
attached to the acceptance letter)
Students Advisory Services http://www.um.edu.mt/sas
Counselling Unit http://www.um.edu.mt/counselling
Main Contact Points (cont.)
Registrar’s Office http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar
Special Needs Facilitator – Ms Marchita Mangiafico
Pro-Rector for Student & Institutional Affairs – Professor Mary Anne Lauri
International & EU Office◦ Main Contact for overseas students and local
students who spend a semester abroad on an Erasmus exchange
Channels of Student Representation
Senate
Faculty Boards
Kunsill Studenti Universitarji – KSU http://www.ksu.org.mt
Student Organisations
Gender Issues Committee Contact Details:
◦ Email – [email protected]◦ Website – www.um.edu.mt/gender
Main Functions◦ promotes a policy of equal opportunities; and◦ monitors complaints from University staff and
students in connection with sex discriminatory practices
Mentoring SchemeA Mentoring Scheme was set up by the Gender Issues Committee in order to:◦ help students in their academic work; and◦ give students an insight into the world of work
Regulations
General Regulations for University Awards ◦ these are the general regulations which govern all
courses
Bye-Laws for each course◦ these are the specific bye-laws governing each
particular course
◦ Bye-laws for all courses are available online on the Office of the Registrar website:
www.um.edu.mt/registrar/regulations
www.um.edu.mt/registrar
Regulations and Bye-Laws page
Course Bye-Laws Page
Course Programmes Programmes of Study consist of different
categories of study-units:
◦ Compulsory study-units – units which have to be followed
◦ Elective study-units – a group of units from which you have to choose a particular number
◦ Optional study-units – any unit offered by the University; choice is subject to certain restrictions
Course Programmes (cont.)
Almost all courses are divided into study-units to each of which ECTS credits are assigned.
Workload for an academic year is 60 credits, divided into 30 credits per semester.
Students need to pass ALL study-units to obtain the required 60 credits and progress regularly to the next year.
Course Programmes (cont.)
Where can I find useful information regarding my
course?
Programmes of study and other course-related information can be found on:
www.um.edu.mt/courses
Find a Course
One of the most important questions:
What if I fail ina study-unit?
Course Programmes (cont.)
Course Programmes (cont.)
It’s a warning sign but NOT the end of the world.
Regulations provide for: Re-sits assessments up to a limited number (16) of
credits the possibility of referring not more than 10 credits
to the next year (conditional progression)
But, if you fail too many credits, you may have to repeat the year, if eligible.
Attendance for all lectures is obligatory.
Other FAQs I am on a two subject degree – which is my
Home Faculty?
Are all my lectures in the same building?
How do I find my way around?
What if I am sick and cannot attend a lecture or an examination?
How much time am I allowed to apply for a revision of paper? ONE WEEK following the publication of the result on eSIMS.
Assignments Beware of PLAGIARISM
◦ Proper quotations◦ List of references◦ Bibliography
◦ Do not use Wikipedia
◦ Plagiarism avoidance guidelines, useful to download:
http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/regulations/general
DOCUMENTS: Plagiarism and Collusion Guidelines How to Avoid Plagiarism
Student Conduct
Administrative Info for Students
Academic Calendar
Manage UoM’s IT Infrastructure
Provide facilities / tools to staff and students with related needs
Further information on IT Services – www.um.edu.mt/itservices
UoM IT Account
Activating your UoM IT Account
IT Services
Activating UoM IT Account
Activating UoM IT Account (cont.)
Activating UoM IT Account (cont.)
Bank Account
No VISA accounts will be accepted
Instead of the usual bank account, students are to
provide their IBAN Accounts
IBAN consists of 31 alphanumeric characters
Verification of IBAN account can be done either via
internet banking or by inquiring at one’s bank of
choice
eSIMS
Student Information Management System…
…on the Web
Accessing eSIMS To use eSIMS you must first activate your
IT Services e-mail account: https://accounts.um.edu.mt/activate/
You have received your activation code and instructions on how to activate your account with your letter of acceptance *
Activate your e-mail account TODAY! * Those admitted following the MATSEC September session will receive their
letter of acceptance and their activation code within the next two weeks
To logon, select eSIMS from the Quicklinks
or, type www.um.edu.mt/esims in the Web browser
Type your Student University IT Account login details
eSIMS – to access information eSIMS is the Web Portal that gives you
access to important information, including:
◦Study-Units database◦Your personal academic record ◦Student Intray system◦eSIMS Notice Board◦Useful links for students
eSIMS – access your personal record View and update your personal details
◦ Mailing address◦ Next of kin contact details◦ Stipend details
View your registered course details View your registered study-units View your current/historic academic
record View your RESULTS
eSIMS – perform student tasks online Enrol for the course each academic year
(first year students – instructions enclosed with letter of acceptance)
◦ 1st – 29th October 2013
Register for DegreePlus study-units◦ 8th – 14th October 2013
Submit your feedback about study-units◦ at the end of each semester
eSIMS Main Page
Study-Units Database
Study-Units Details
eSIMS – View Your Current Results
eSIMS – Unit Result Details
eSIMS – FAQ’s & Support If you encounter problems related to eSIMS please
consult the Frequently Asked Question section:http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/students/
esimsfaq If the issue is not resolved kindly click on the ‘Contact Us’ tab or send an e-mail to:
In your correspondence, always quote your: Student Number found on your letter of acceptance
Other Important Points to remember
Remember to regularly check your University e-mail for any eSIMS notifications that are sent periodically.
Official communications from the University are ALWAYS sent to your University e-mail address, given to you when you activate your UoM IT Account.◦ However, you may choose to forward e-mail to an
existing non-University email address
Always use your University e-mail address in all your correspondence with the University.
LIBRARY CARD
The LIBRARY CARD will only be issued if it is requested.
Otherwise, the National Identity Card will be accepted in all circumstances as an official document
(e.g. to borrow books and to sit for examinations).
This presentation is available at:
http://www.um.edu.mt/registrar/students
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION
GOOD LUCK IN YOUR STUDIES!
Enjoy your stay at the University of Malta
from the Office of the REGISTRAR