Bursaries have been presented to 10 students who will be following veterinary courses abroad.
Resources Minister George Pullicino handed out the bursaries of €10,000 each, saying that Malta has a shortage of veterinarians, despite their important role under EU law in matters of animal health and food safety.
He said the government's long-term objective is to see such courses held in Malta. The University of Malta is exploring ways how at least part of the courses can be held here.
The students will study in Slovakia, the UK, the Czech Republic and Hungary.
They will be offered job opportunities with the government when they return.