A study Guide To Mauritius.

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Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean off the southeast coast of the African continent. The country includes the islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues, east of Mauritius, and the outer islands. The islands of Mauritius and Rodrigues form part of the Mascarene Islands, along with nearby Réunion, a French overseas department. The capital and largest city is Port Louis. It is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations and the African Union.

Mauritius can be a fascinating place to study. Interestingly, one amazing reasons to study in Mauritius, is that students earn a globally recognized UK university degree at an affordable cost of study and at a moderate cost of living. Also, students in Mauritius definitely love the weather, the freedom and they are assured of making a great future.

Capital: Port Louis

Official Languages: Mauritian creole, French and English.

Higher Education in Mauritius

Mauritius, may not have luxury of plenty universities and colleges, nevertheless, the education offered here is standard and of quality too. If you plan to enroll as an international student here, you will have your pick of educational options. However, there are only two main public universities present. This includes the University of Technology and the University of Mauritius.

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1.  University of Mauritius

2.  Mauritius Institute of Education

3.  University of Technology, Mauritius

4.  Mahatma Gandhi Institute

Additionally, there are some privately funded schools present in the country as well. The following are a few of those options:

• Mauritius Chamber of Commerce and Industry, located in Ebene
• Amity Institute of Higher Education, located in Ebene
• Analysis Institute of Management, located in Port Louis
• Apollo Bramwell Nursing School, located in Moka
• Maruitian management Association, located in Port Louis

Numerous other public schools are available at the higher level located in cities such as Rose Hill, Quatre Bornes, and Solitude.

Some areas of study are very much present here and in demand. This includes areas of study such as:

• Management
• Information Technology
• Dentistry
• Medicine
• Tourism
• Engineering
• Fashion and Design
• Psychology

However, many other programs exist as well. Schools offer a wide range of courses available to those who are international students.

Educational Levels of Study

The facility you attend outlines the costs, schedule for the school year, and the required admission requirements for each student. In nearly all cases, testing is a requirement for any foreign student to ensure he or she has the necessary education to perform well

within the school.

Students can obtain a degree, though some enroll in programs that are shorter, earning them a certificate or diploma within one year. The school year tends to being around August or September and continues through December and January as a initial semester. This is also the time most schools are accepting applications and prepping students for the following year’s course of education. Most students, though, earn a degree, which is the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in most western cultures. Post graduate and master’s degree programs are available to students as well.

Cost

In Mauritius there are two types of universities, private as well as government. Though the government universities have negligible fee, whereas the fees of private universities are little expensive. Once you have decided to study in any of the above universities then the cost varies from university and its location. Private Universities have an expense of around US $4000.

Students Accommodation

Living on Campus

There’re options for students to settle for. Most students will live in flats when they arrive and study here. These are not always offered through the school, though. It is also possible to work with host families, which gives the individual more opportunity to really embrace the lifestyle of the citizens present here. Student accommodations can be arranged through the school, though, which can make it far easier for students to obtain the necessary location.

Estimated fee

To rent an apartment (will cost around 1000 US $750).

To become a paying guest (will cost around US $ 600 pesos with food included).

To rent a room in student’s residence (will cost around US $300-$500 pesos).