University of Malta Recognizes Outstanding Science Students
The University of Malta recently celebrated the achievements of its top science students at the annual Dean of Science Awards ceremony. Held on March 14th, 2025, at the ICT Auditorium on the Msida campus, the event recognized students across various disciplines for their exceptional academic performance. This prestigious ceremony, a tradition since 1995, brought together awardees, their families, and esteemed sponsors to commend the hard work and dedication of the Faculty of Science’s brightest minds.
Dean’s Welcome Address
Professor Emmanuel Sinagra, Dean of the Faculty of Science, opened the ceremony by extending heartfelt congratulations to the students and acknowledging the unwavering support of their families. He emphasized that the awards celebrate not only individual student success but also the collective efforts of the faculty and staff who contribute to a thriving learning environment. Prof. Sinagra’s words highlighted the University of Malta’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and nurturing the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Importance of Industry Partnerships
The Dean also expressed sincere gratitude to the event sponsors, whose generous contributions made the awards possible. The sponsors, representing diverse sectors such as banking, environmental management, pharmaceuticals, retail, consultancy, energy, and national statistics, underscored the breadth of career opportunities available to science graduates. This collaboration between academia and industry highlights the practical application of scientific knowledge and skills in real-world settings, emphasizing the value of a University of Malta science education.
Dean’s List and Special Awards
The Dean’s List recognized exceptional students across different academic years, highlighting consistent high performance. The awardees included: Karl Caruana, Andy Debrincat and Michael Hall (Year I); Mattea Baluci, Julian Formosa and Daniel Galea (Year II); Jonathan Cauchi, Mishayel Rivoltini and Juan Scerri (Year III); Adriana Baldacchino, Maronia Chetcuti and Matthew Debono (Year IV).
In addition to the Dean’s List, several special awards were presented to students who demonstrated exceptional talent in specific areas:
- BOV Special Prize for Science: Awarded to Adriana Baldacchino for outstanding performance throughout the B.Sc. (Hons) program.
- Best Environment Final Year Project: Sponsored by ERA and awarded to Antonia Scicluna.
- Best Final Year Project in the Numerate Sciences: Sponsored by Eunoia Limited and awarded to Adriana Baldacchino.
- KPMG Prize for Quantitative Excellence: Awarded to Adriana Baldacchino.
- Torrent Prize for Analytical Chemistry: Awarded to Claire Pace.
- Medichem Prize for Organic Chemistry: Awarded to Yelyzaveta Bazalieieva.
- Best Final Year Project related to Arthropods: Sponsored by the Entomological Society of Malta and awarded to Martina Giulia Mifsud.
- MAPFRE Best Dissertation in Finance: Awarded to Adam Buckle.
Certificates of Merit and Masters Distinction Awards
The ceremony also recognized students who achieved high standards in their final year dissertations with Certificates of Merit, and acknowledged outstanding performance in Master’s programs with Masters Distinction Award Certificates. These awards further emphasized the University of Malta’s commitment to recognizing academic achievement at all levels.
Inspiring Future Generations of Scientists
The Dean of Science Awards ceremony serves as a powerful testament to the academic excellence fostered at the University of Malta. By celebrating student achievements and highlighting the contributions of faculty, staff, and industry partners, the event inspires future generations of scientists and reinforces the university’s position as a leading institution for scientific education and research in Malta.
Take the Next Step Towards Your Scientific Career
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