Founded in 1769, University of Malta is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the medium town of Msida (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Gozo. Officially recognized by the Ministry for Education and Employment? of Malta, University of Malta (UM) is a medium-sized coeducational Maltese higher education institution. University of Malta (UM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 253 years old Maltese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. UM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.