Further and Higher Education

Practice Area Overview

The further and higher education sector is undergoing significant transformation as educational institutions increasingly operate in a global, highly regulated and technology-driven environment. Universities, colleges, vocational training providers, online learning platforms and education investors are faced with evolving regulatory requirements, cross-border operations, digitalisation challenges and increasing expectations from students, regulators and accreditation bodies.

Mamo TCV assists local and international clients operating within the further and higher education sector on a broad range of legal, regulatory and commercial matters. Our multidisciplinary team advises licensed and prospective education providers, educational groups, investors, foundations, EdTech businesses, academic institutions and service providers throughout their establishment, governance, growth and operational lifecycle.

We regularly assist with the establishment and licensing of educational institutions in Malta, including interactions with the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA) and other competent authorities. Our lawyers provide strategic advice on regulatory compliance, corporate structuring, governance frameworks, data protection, employment matters, intellectual property protection, student arrangements and student contractual relationships.

As Malta continues to strengthen its position as an international education hub, institutions are increasingly seeking opportunities to attract overseas students, deliver transnational education programmes and develop innovative digital learning solutions. Drawing upon our experience across corporate, regulatory, technology, employment, immigration, intellectual property and real estate matters, we provide comprehensive legal support designed to help educational organisations achieve their strategic objectives while managing legal and regulatory risks.

Whether you are establishing a new educational institution, expanding an existing operation, developing online learning programmes or pursuing international partnerships, our team is well placed to provide practical, commercially focused advice tailored to the unique challenges of the further and higher education sector.

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Scope of Services

Licensing, accreditation and MFHEA regulatory compliance
Establishment, structuring and corporate governance of educational institutions
Academic collaborations and partnership agreements
Student enrolment terms and consumer protection matters
Employment, immigration and academic staff arrangements
Data protection, technology agreements and GDPR compliance
Intellectual property protection and licensing of educational content
Commercial agreements, procurement and outsourcing arrangements
Real estate and campus development projects
Mergers, acquisitions and investment transactions involving educational institutions
Dispute resolution and regulatory investigations

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Edmond Zammit Laferla

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“This department stands out for its thorough approach, ensuring that every detail is carefully addressed. Its work is consistently timely, and it maintains a hands-on involvement throughout each matter, which ensures practical, reliable and effective solutions.”
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