S.L. 327.511 Art. 5Objective and functions .

The aims of the Institute shall be:

(a) to support the growth and development of the aerospace industry in Malta through the provision of postgraduate education and academic research;

(b) to organise and run training programmes and study-units related to the aerospace domain at various academic levels;

(c) to engage in world-class, cutting-edge research and to disseminate the findings in leading conferences and journals in the field;

(d) to collaborate with other University institutions and governmental and non-governmental organisations in teaching, research and services of mutual benefit and interest;

(e) to assist in generating and coordinating research and funding efforts related to aerospace technologies;

(f) to participate in international research collaborations, funded and otherwise, with leading institutions in the field; and

(g) to take an active role in the international academic community through initiatives such as the generation of links with other universities and participation in networking and conference events.