Throughout the time when Malta was ruled by the Knights of St John, there was a recurring ‘Corsican dream’.
Some grand masters contemplated swapping Malta for Corsica.
These included Jean de Valette in 1567, Nicolas Cottoner in 1667 and Emanuel Pinto de Fonseca in the 1760s.
Had the dream come true – in some form or shape – the destiny of Napoleon Bonaparte and so much of Europe could have been quite different.
A tantalising ‘what if’, indeed.
- Why are you so fascinated by Maltese history?
You might be drawn to the stories and experiences of those who came before us, and living in such a history-rich homeland as Malta, it’s no wonder you’re eager to find out more.
History is as exciting, if not more so, than any moving fictional tale. It enables us to see how life now compares with life in olden times. It’s a way to connect meaningfully and powerfully as people.
- How can you gain a deeper understanding of Maltese history?
Through a structured programme of learning, the Diploma in Maltese History in Context offered by the University of Malta’s Department of History, will over the course of two years, build up your knowledge of History and a clearer picture of the chronological events that paved the way to the present.
From key developments in prehistoric times to pivotal moments in modern times, this course will foster your intellectual, analytical, critical and organisational skills that will be of value in any career.
For more information, visit the dedicated page in the ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Course Finder.
