European Forensic Institute

The European Forensic Institute was founded with the first and foremost aim to create a European hub for forensic and investigative sciences, to bring together experts, professionals, and students to collaborate, teach, learn, and innovate in this highly important and pertinent sector.

We do this through our fully accredited learning programmes and Center of Excellence. The institute is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority (MFHEA HEI License number 2018-014) and follows the European Qualification Framework

At the European Forensic Institute, our primary mission is to provide an innovative learning environment where learners connect directly with professionals working in all areas of investigative sciences. We specialise in the fields of

• Forensic Science
• Criminology
• Digital Forensics
• Investigative and Intelligence Sciences

with the aim of bringing together experts in their field with students and professionals. Innovation is at the forefront of what we do, and we are continuously evolving our programmes to meet the needs of professional life and the most modern requirements of the forensic and investigative field. The programmes are orientated towards the skills and knowledge required to meet the requirements of 21st Century forensic services supporting criminal justice.

Learn live from experts and professionals through our online learning platform complete with access to e-libraries and connect directly with your lecturers.

Manage your own academic career and monitor your progress on our student portal. Study in-person during scheduled laboratory and classroom sessions at the Malta Life Sciences Park or Campus Hub.

Attend online and in-person industry events organised by the institute and collaboration with partner organisations.

We provide fully accredited programmes to students and professionals in the fields of Forensic Science, Criminology, Cyber Security, Digital Forensics and other Investigative and Intelligence topics. Our mission is to connect students directly with experts and practising professionals in the field to ensure that their foundation is built upon knowledge, skills and competences required of a professional practitioner at the highest professional standards.

All our programmes are delivered online through our interactive Digital Campus, including an advanced student management portal, and access to e-libraries and journals. Bachelor’s Degree students and lecturers meet in Malta for their laboratory and classroom sessions to gain hands-on experience in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Biology and Chemistry, Fingerprint, Blood Pattern and Ballistics Analysis, among them.