MQF/EQF Level 5
Award in Selection and Recruitment
Knights College
Malta
March 2026
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Mode
Part Time
Delivery
Class-Based Learning
Duration
2 Months
Location
Malta
Credits
10 ECTS/ECVET
Language
English
Early Registration starting from (EU Students)
€880
Price Full (EU Students)
€1,100
Up to €770 refunded via the Get Qualified Scheme.
Price International (Non-EU Students)
The MQF Level 5 Award in Selection and Recruitment is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills related to selection and recruitment, which is a crucial function of human resource management. The module provides an in-depth understanding of the processes involved in selection and recruitment, as well as the overall employment cycle.
Learners will learn how to:
- Define the primary role of selection and recruitment within human resource management.
- Ensure effective selection and recruitment processes in line with regulations and with employee rights.
- Monitor changes in the employment laws which might affect the selection and recruitment process.
- Collaborate with the finance department in the design of compensation and benefits packages.
- Examine in detail the different types of interviewing techniques used in selection and recruitment.
- Plan for and comply with the regulations governing employment.
- Critically recall and discuss the employment laws which govern selection and recruitment.
Mode of Assessment
The Award in Selection and Recruitment is assessed through the use of an assignment.
Target Audience
This course is intended for those who are aged 21+ and aspire to work or are already working in human resource field.
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Core Module
10
Credits to graduate
*1 ECTS is equivalent to 25 total hours of learning, inclusive of contact hours, supervised placement and practice hours, self-study hours, and assessment hours. Minimum 20% (5 hours for every ECTS) must be contact hours.
10 ECTS/ECVET
Awarding &
Accrediting Bodies
Awarding Body
Endorsed
Knights College
This qualification is awarded by Knights College.
Accrediting Body
Malta Further and Higher Education Authority
This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.
Entry Requirements
The below are the requested entry requirements
To be eligible for the programme, candidates must hold any one of the following requirements:
- Diploma pegged at MQF Level 4 or equivalent in a relevant field
- Matriculation certificate with at least 2 A-levels and 3 Intermediates
- Matsec certificates with 4 passes at Grade 5 or better
- Relevant work experience
Non-native English speakers must also have an English qualification such as CEFR or IELTS 5.5.
To determine your eligibility, at Knights, we assess many factors including your education, career progression, and leadership and entrepreneurship qualities. If you do not meet the standard entry requirements and are adequately prepared to succeed in this programme, we welcome and encourage you to contact us for an interview.
Funding Schemes
Scholarships & Facilitations
Get Qualified Scheme
Governed by the Malta Enterprise, this scheme gives the student up to 70% of the total fees paid for the course in tax credits. Get Qualified is an initiative that supports the personal development of individuals for the achievement of qualifications and certifications required by industry. Find out if you're eligible by contacting our admissions team or visiting the Malta Enterprise Get Qualified portal
MySkills Scheme
The MySkills Scheme aims to promote a culture of lifelong learning by subsidizing the cost of training for individuals who wish to upskill or reskill. Through this initiative, learners who are not in employment may recover 100% of eligible training costs, while those in employment may recover 80% of the training cost. In both cases, individuals must successfully complete the training. All grants will be capped at €5,000 and are subject to meeting all terms and conditions of the Scheme, including the de minimis Regulation (EU 2023/2831) where applicable
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