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The island nation, Mauritius is world-renown for its sugar-white beaches, lush, tropical vegetation, dramatic mountains and aquamarine lagoons, all attributes of a beautiful destination. But many are unaware that when it comes to acquiring global degrees, it has many options to offer. It is considered as one of the greatest destinations to study tourism and management. And students can earn these world-class university degrees at an affordable cost of study and at a moderate cost of living.
From world-class university campuses to global degrees at affordable costs, the reasons to study in Mauritius are many and varied. Students can choose from the variety of study programs available to them and since the cost of living in this island nation is moderate, they are exposed to a high standard of living at comparatively lesser costs. Make the most out of studying in Mauritius, which also homes a very huge Indian diaspora, giving the feeling of being in India and abroad at the same time. If you are asking why you should choose Mauritius as your higher education destination, we must ask you, 'Why not?'
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Mauritius has two primary types of universities. The first is public universities, studying in which can be more than affordable as the tuitions fees are very negligible. The second type is private universities. These are slightly expensive but still lesser as compared to several other study destinations.
Universities and colleges in Mauritius offer a wide variety of subjects and course structures. While students can go for full-time courses, there is also the option to go for Certificate, Preparatory, Advanced, Foundation and Diploma programs as well. From Business Studies to Tourism and Hospitality, the choice for students are varied and exciting.
Although rare, but Mauritius does sometimes offer scholarships to international students. While most of the government scholarships are funded by the Ministry of Education and Human Resources, Tertiary Education and Scientific Research. The private universities might offer attractive scholarship opportunities for international students but these vary from year to year and it is advised that students go through the websites of all the private universities to grab any opportunity they might get to fund their education.
Although there are certain universities in Mauritius that do not require IELTS or any other English-proficiency test, like TOEFL and PTE, there are also other universities, admissions into which require good IELTS, TOEFL and PTE scores.
The process to avail a student visa in Mauritius is fairly simple and there are a few documents they need to submit to obtain the visa. One of the primary document required is the offer letter by the education institution the student has been enrolled into, followed by proof of funds, details of the course and a medical certificate claiming that s/he is not suffering from any contagious or infectious disease.
International students in Mauritius have an easy life. It is primarily because the place apart from its beautiful landscapes and sandy white beaches is home to a population which is peaceful and lives in harmony. They are warm and welcoming and the cultural diversity over the ages have made them very adaptive to migrants, students or not.
Mauritius has two primary types of universities. The first is public universities, studying in which can be more than affordable as the tuitions fees are very negligible. However, for the same reason, competition to get into these universities is very high. The second type is private universities. These are slightly expensive but still lesser as compared to several other study destinations. Most international students are however inclined to study in these private universities as these are usually offshore campuses of world-class foreign universities. Studying at a private university can cost students somewhere around $4000.
This tuition fee is followed by a series of other expenditures that students need to incur during their stay in Mauritius. That includes accommodation, fooding, clothing, travel and other miscellaneous costs.
Students can either rent an apartment, which they can share with other students, or reside at homestays as paying guests. They can also rent rooms at residence for students or live in hostels. On an average, students spend around $400-$700 monthly, excluding accommodation. So, students planning to study in Mauritius should be prepared with the necessary budget and plan accordingly.
Universities and colleges in Mauritius offer a wide variety of subjects and course structures. While students can go for full-time courses, there is also the option to go for Certificate, Preparatory, Advanced, Foundation and Diploma programs as well. From Business Studies to Tourism and Hospitality, the choice for students are varied and exciting.
Although there are certain universities in Mauritius that do not require IELTS or any other English-proficiency test, like TOEFL and PTE, there are also other universities, admissions into which require good IELTS, TOEFL and PTE scores. These tests are basically ways to prove that the applicant is proficient in English speaking, reading, writing and listening and these are the only parameters on which they are examined. A good score in these exams can pave the way for students to get into top universities in Mauritius.
Some courses in certain universities might also ask for the applicants' GRE or GMAT score and hence it is advisable to go through all admission requirements prior to applying.
Although rare, but Mauritius does sometimes offer scholarships to international students. While most of the government scholarships are funded by the Ministry of Education and Human Resources, Tertiary Education and Scientific Research, these are very specific and are most of time aimed at funding international students from Africa and the students of Mauritius. But when it comes to other international students, the best bet is private universities.
The private universities might offer attractive scholarship opportunities for international students but these vary from year to year and it is advised that students go through the websites of all the private universities to grab any opportunity they might get to fund their education. This can also be done by visiting any certified study counsellor who are regularly updated about such notifications.
The process to avail a student visa in Mauritius is fairly simple and there are a few documents they need to submit to obtain the visa. One of the primary document required is the offer letter by the education institution the student has been enrolled into, followed by proof of funds, details of the course and a medical certificate claiming that s/he is not suffering from any contagious or infectious disease.
Once submitted, the authorities will assess the applicant and once everything is verified, they can either grant or reject the visa application.
If granted, when the student lands in Mauritius, they must immediately enrol with the Administrative and Academic Departments of the institution. Students can also apply for the NTA to avail the pass for free transportation during their stay in Mauritius.
International students in Mauritius have an easy life. It is primarily because the place apart from its beautiful landscapes and sandy white beaches is home to a population which is peaceful and lives in harmony. They are warm and welcoming and the cultural diversity over the ages have made them very adaptive to migrants, students or not.
With a history to remember, where most of the people were brought in by colonisers, Dutch, French and the English, the amalgamation of various cultures brought in by the people who were forced slaves have given this island nation, a uniqueness and it is this uniqueness one needs to value while studying and living in Mauritius.
Given that it is a tourist attraction, certain aspects of living are expensive but at the same time, these costs largely depend on the lifestyle and habits of the students.
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