It has come to our attention that a majority of University of Malta first year students have been informed by written notification that they need to read for a credit in English Proficiency in their first year of studies; unless they fulfill the required criteria.
Notice from the University of Malta Rector’s Office regarding the newly introduced English Proficiency credit
It has also come to light that although the University Administration consulted with KSU, the matter was not debated openly with students directly concerned in this issue. Student consultation should have been the first and only way forward prior to agreeing to such terms. In such cases, consultation is a must, especially with those who were unexpectedly hit by said regulation this year.
Whilst Pulse recognizes that this credit has an added value as it promotes proficiency in the English Language and is necessary under certain circumstances, the organisation still believes that the issue should have been consulted with the student body.
Accordingly after much debate between organisations and the students concerned, Pulse calls upon the University Administration, Senate and KSU to consider reviewing this credit as a whole.
Possible solutions would primarily entail making it applicable to those who are prospective first year students of 2017/18, and not to those who were blindsided by the entering into force of this regulation.