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University of Mauritius

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University Overview

Established in 1965, University of Mauritius is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Moka (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Moka District. This institution also has a branch campus in Ebene. Officially recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Mauritius, University of Mauritius (UoM) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational Mauritian higher education institution. University of Mauritius (UoM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 60-year-old Mauritian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Mauritian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UoM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Mauritius's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Mauritius's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Mauritius' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of Mauritius's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym UoM
Founded 1965
Motto Scientia salus patriae
Knowledge at the service of the nation
Colours Blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address Royal Road, Réduit
Moka
80837 Moka District
Mauritius
University of Mauritius's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Mauritius Phone Number 403 7400
University of Mauritius Fax Number 466 7900
Other locations Ebene

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Recognition and Accreditation

University of Mauritius's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Mauritius is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Education Commission of Mauritius

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Mauritius's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Medical Council of Mauritius (MCM)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry, UK
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, UK
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK
  • Engineering Council of South Africa


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Mauritius as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Mauritius Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Mauritius is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Mauritius's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Mauritius: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
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L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

University of Mauritius Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Mauritius Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Mauritius categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Mauritius.



University of Mauritius: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

University of Mauritius Admission Info


University of Mauritius's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


University of Mauritius's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Mauritius's International Students Admission International Students

Yes

University of Mauritius international students information:

  • Additional Admission Requirements
    • Overseas leaving educational qualifications recognised by Senate.
    • Students not possessing a recognised qualification in English Language should provide evidence of proficiency in same, e.g. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or other similar tests.
    • Overseas students from 12 year-schooling systems may be required to sit for SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test).
  • Number of International students coming to study full time degrees at the University of Mauritius (UoM): 30 to 40 per year
  • Total number of international students studying at UoM for the year 2023/2024: 114
  • Country of origin:
    • Australia
    • Austria
    • Belgium
    • Botswana
    • Burundi
    • Cameroon
    • China
    • Comoros
    • Congo
    • Ethiopia
    • France
    • Germany
    • Ghana
    • India
    • Italy
    • Kenya
    • Lesotho
    • Madagascar
    • Malawi
    • Mozambique
    • Namibia
    • Nigeria
    • Pakistan
    • Russian Federation
    • Rwanda
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Seychelles
    • South Africa
    • Swaziland
    • Tanzania
    • Togo
    • Tunisia
    • Uganda
    • UK
    • Zambia
    • Zimbabwe
  • URL: https://www.uom.ac.mu/index.php/study-at-uom/admissions/programmes-on-offer/international-applicants

University of Mauritius's Admission Office Admission Office

Admissions & Student Records Office
Réduit 80837
403 7825
403 7872

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Size and Profile

University of Mauritius Size and Profile


University of Mauritius's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 9,000 to 9,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


University of Mauritius's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


University of Mauritius's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


University of Mauritius's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Mauritius's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a suburban setting.


University of Mauritius's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


University of Mauritius's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Mauritius is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Mauritius Facilities


University of Mauritius's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Mauritius's Library

The University of Mauritius offers a comprehensive library with the following resources:

  • 178,775 physical books/volumes
  • E-collection:
    • 106,574 E-books
    • 15,900 E-dissertations
    • 25,000 Past Examination Papers
    • 25,000 E-Journals
    • 3,800 Lectures, Seminar Style Talks, and Case Studies
    • 700,000 Law Cases, as well as a wide range of Legislation, Legal Commentaries, Handbooks, Journals, Bulletins, etc.
  • Online Services:
    • Science Direct
    • Dalloz
    • Lexis Nexis
    • Directory of open access journals (DOAJ)
    • The Scholarly Journal Archive (JSTOR)
    • Emerald Insight
    • UNESCO-EOLSS - Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems
    • UNCTAD's ninth Investment Policy Monitor
    • UpToDate Medical e-resource
    • The Henry Stewart Talks - The Business and Management Collection
    • The Henry Stewart Talks - The Biomedical and Life Sciences Collection
  • Library Staff: 24
  • Full-time employees: 31
  • Total Yearly Expenditure: Rs 31,000,000/-


University of Mauritius's Housing University Housing

Not reported


University of Mauritius's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

University of Mauritius sport activities and facilities include:

  • Types of Sport Activities:
    • Archery
    • Athletics
    • Badminton
    • Basketball (Indoor)
    • Basketball (Outdoor)
    • Beach soccer
    • Weightlifting
    • Boxing
    • Fencing
    • Football (Outdoor)
    • Futsal
    • Gymnastics
    • Handball (Indoor)
    • Handball (Outdoor)
    • Muay Thai
    • Petanque
    • Rugby
    • Swimming
    • Table tennis
    • Taekwondo
    • Tennis
    • Volleyball (Indoor)
    • Volleyball (Outdoor)
    • Beach volleyball
  • Types of Sport Facilities:
    • Aerobic/Dance room
    • Basketball court (Indoor & Outdoor)
    • Weight training room
    • Fitness Centre
    • Multi-purpose gymnasium
    • Petanque pitch
    • Soccer ground
    • Tennis court
    • Track and Field Stadium
    • Volleyball court (Indoor & Outdoor)
    • Beach pitch (Volley and Soccer)


University of Mauritius's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Mauritius Services


University of Mauritius's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

University of Mauritius provides various financial aid options for students:

  • STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS
    • The University of Mauritius (UoM) Postgraduate Scholarship is awarded to the best final year student from an undergraduate program from each Faculty to follow either an MPhil/PhD program or a taught Master’s program at the University. General Fees and Tuition Fees (excluding Registration and Students’ Welfare Fund) will be waived.
    • The UoM awards Scholarships to Mauritian School Leavers ranked after Laureates to cover all University fees except for Registration and Students’ Welfare Fund.
    • The UoM Scholarship Scheme for Disabled Students is meant for Year 1 Mauritian students with disabilities who are enrolled in UoM programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. For undergraduate programs, it will cover the Administrative Fee, and for postgraduate programs, it will cover the General Fees.
  • STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
    • The UoM SFAF provides financial assistance to Mauritian needy students who come from low-income families whose monthly household income does not exceed Rs 25,000/- per month. The assistance will cover the whole Administrative Fee or part of it payable by students enrolled in full-time non-tuition fee paying undergraduate programs.
  • FEE WAIVERS
    • UoM offers a waiver of 50% of the Block fees for undergraduate programs (except for MD and Dual Degree programs) to international students coming from approved University Recruitment Agents or from African mainland, including SADC and COMESA member countries, or from Asian Developing Countries (e.g., India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, China, and Indonesia).

For more information, please visit: https://www.uom.ac.mu/index.php/study-at-uom/admissions/assistance-to-students-scholarships


University of Mauritius's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

The University of Mauritius has established Inter-Institutional Agreements with universities in 12 different countries through the Erasmus+ Programme. These agreements facilitate student mobility for both studies and traineeships. The partner universities and their respective countries are as follows:

  • Stefan Cel Mare University of Suceava, Romania
  • University of Oradea, Romania
  • Universitatea Technica Gheorge Asachi Din Iasi, Romania
  • "Apollonia University" from IASI, Romania
  • Lithuania Business University of Applied Sciences, Lithuania
  • Cankiri Karatekin University, Turkey
  • Afyon Kocatepe University, Turkey
  • Bialystok University of Technology, Poland
  • SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Poland
  • University College of Enterprise and Administration in Lublin (WSPA), Poland
  • University College of Copenhagen - KP, Denmark
  • Transilvania University of Brasov, Romania
  • University of Economics in Katowice, Poland
  • Uniwersytet Rzeszowski, Poland
  • Academia Izobrazevanje in druge storitve d.o.o OE Visja strokovna sola Maribor, Slovenia
  • University of Vienna, Austria
  • South-West University, Bulgaria
  • Agricultural University-Plovdiv, Bulgaria
  • Universite de La Reunion (UR), Reunion
  • Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences, Greece
  • Universidad Internacional de la Rioja (UNIR), Spain
  • Matej Bel University in Banska Bystrica - Slovakia

In addition to these, there are also exchange agreements with universities in three other countries:

  • Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences, Germany
  • Universite Paris Nanterre, France
  • Nottingham Ningbo China, China

Exchange programs typically have a duration of 6 to 12 months. Staff Mobility for Teaching is primarily conducted within the Erasmus+ Programme framework.

For more information, students can refer to the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RhCsOed0fW8sy-_qnGAgvEpbQ5UDH3DC/view


University of Mauritius's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

The University of Mauritius offers various distance learning programs through its Centre for Innovative and Lifelong Learning (CILL). These programs have evolved over the years:

  • In 2015, CILL began offering fully online programs, including BSc (Hons) Educational Technologies, MSc Educational Technologies, MA Educational Leadership, and MBA online, along with an MBA in Innovation and Leadership.
  • The university initially used Moodle 1.9 on an internal server for its Learning Management System (LMS) platform in 2009.
  • Currently, CILL has upgraded to Moodle 3.11.6 and shifted to Moodle Cloud hosting, primarily for hosting fully online programs, leading to the award of full Postgraduate degrees.
  • The MBA Innovation and Leadership program, in collaboration with Ducere Global Business School (Australia), is delivered using the CANVAS platform.
  • A new fully online undergraduate program, BSc (Hons) Information Technology, is in development, in collaboration with the UoM Faculty of Information Communication and Digital Technologies.

For more information about these programs, please visit the URL: http://cill.uom.ac.mu/web/


University of Mauritius's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Mauritius's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Mauritius Academic Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Mauritius Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Mauritius's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF)
  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
  • Southern African Regional Universities Association (SARUA)
  • Australia-Africa Universities Network (AAUN)
  • Regional Universities Forum (RUFORUM)
  • African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA)
  • WATERNET
  • International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions


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