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Study in Mauritius

Shopping
You can buy an amazingly wide range of items in Mauritius. The country has an enviable reputation for textiles production, particularly pull-overs and knitwear. Shirts, trousers, suits, dresses, suits for women, shorts, swimwear, basketwork, embroidery, pottery, cut stones and recycled glass are all very much in demand. Those who love cooking will be able to take back fruit jellies, chillies, and other types of spices and pickles. And don't forget to buy some vanilla tea or rum.

Cuisine
Culinary traditions from France, India, China and Africa have been passed on through generations. Along the years, each community has adapted and mixed each other's cuisine to their liking, which has resulted in a Mauritian cuisine. This can be seen in the Creole dishes which blend the different ingredients and culinary styles. The ever-present creole "rougaille" is served with a number of "achards" (pickles) or dals and rice from Indian origin.

Night-life
Discos and bars are in plentiful supply in Mauritius. Most are found in Grand Bay, the main towns and coastal resorts.

Population

As at end 2000 the population of the Republic of Mauritius was estimated at 1,193,464. The island of Mauritius, the main island of the Republic, had an estimated population of around 1,157,290 while the population of Rodrigues was around 35,885.

The population of Agalega and Saint Brandon was estimated at around 289.

The population of the Republic grew at a rate of 1.09% in 2000 as against 1.15% in 1999.

The main ethnic groups are: hindus (52%), creoles and franco-mauritians(30%), muslims (15%) and sino-mauritians (3%)

Visa Procedure

Mauritius is the gateway for the students to enter the great continent of North America. Mauritius is the gateway for the students to enter the great continent. Mauritius Visas are issued on producing the following official documents, which include.
 •  Passport (Valid at least for 6 months after the completion of stay and one page for visa stamping)
 • Application form (for Student visa)
 • Letter of acceptance form from respective Mauritius Institute (for Student Visa)
 • Passport size photo (1 in number)
 • Letter from Employer (in case of professional visitors)
 • Letter from friends or relatives (in case of visitors willing to stop at Mauritius for more than more than 90 days)

Importance Notice- The students visa requirements vary from country to country. However the requirement of documents remain the same. Visas and extensions of stay are issued free of charge. 

•    Medical Examination Report.

Weather

Mauritius enjoys a typically tropical climate with year-round heat, although the southeast trade winds help it never to feel too muggy. The summer months are from December to April, when it can nevertheless be extremely humid, and the winter, such as it is, runs from May to November, and is cooler and drier.

The best months to visit Mauritius are May to early December. January and February, the peak cyclone months, are best avoided by water-sports enthusiasts and divers. Cyclones rarely hit Mauritius (although Rodrigues has suffered far more regularly than the mainland) but cyclones way out at sea can bring days of squally rain.

Coastal temperatures range between 25°C and 33°C in summer and between 18°C and 24°C in winter. On the plateau it will be some 5°C cooler. The highlands are also the wettest part of the island – it can rain here at any time of year, and even when it’s not raining the area can be cloaked in low-lying cloud.

When the winds are at their strongest in July and August it can be blustery on the east coast, though the breeze brings welcome relief in summer.

Apart from the Christmas-New Year peak, Mauritius doesn’t really have high and low seasons. The situation is more dependent on outside factors (such as the French school holidays, which cause a big increase in demand and prices in August).

Read more: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/mauritius/weather#ixzz2GzUssbr4

Geography

Mauritian society is highly multicultural. The island's 1.25 million residents are the descendants of people from the Indian subcontinent, continental Africa, Madagascar, France, England, China plus a few other places. While the official language is English, French and French-derived Mauritian Creole is widely used. Several other tongues including Arabic, Portuguese, Indian languages such as Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bhojpuri, Gujarati or dialects of Chinese like Cantonese, Hakka and Mandarin also feature. The South Asian languages are spoken by descendants of the labourers brought from British India during the British rule.

FAQ's

1. What programmes do you offer and what are their duration? When can I apply and how?
Information on programmes to be offered and the application procedures is available on the University website around February/March.

2. Can I apply for a Part-Time Programme.
You can apply only for Part-Time PostgraduateProgrammes . If you apply for any Part-Time undergraduate programmes your application will be rejected.

3. When does the Academic Year start?
The academic year at the University is composed of two semesters (15 weeks each). The first semester begins by second week of August and ends in December after a two-week examination period. The second semester begins by third week of January and ends in May after a two-week examination period.

4. Do I need to provide evidence of my School Leaving qualifications? Is there an application fee?
The duly completed Application Form together with photocopies of birth and educational certificates and a non-refundable Application Fee of 35 US Dollar (Bank Money Order or Bank Draft) should reach:

The Admissions & Student Records Office
University of Mauritius
Réduit
Republic of Mauritius

 by the closing date mentioned in the advertisement.
Original Certificates should NOT be submitted at the time of application but these should be produced at Registration if offered a seat. Please note that the photocopies of certificates submitted will not be returned.

The application fee must accompany the application for admission to avoid delay in processing. Do not send cash or personal cheques. Only Bank Money Orders or Bank Drafts drawn to the order of the University of Mauritius will be accepted.

5. When do International students pay their fees?
Fees are payable yearly in advance at Registration and are not refundable.

6. What qualifications do I need to study at the UoM?
Postgraduate Degree Programmes
At least a Second Class Honours Degree from a recognised University or GPA not less than 2.50 or alternative qualifications acceptable to the University of Mauritius.

For Undergraduate Programmes
All applicants should be holders of an IT proficiency certificate or an alternative equivalent acceptable to the University of Mauritius.

Degree & Diploma/Degree Programmes
Either
(i) A pass in English Language at Cambridge School Certificate/ ‘O’ Level or equivalent and either

(a) Credit in five other subjects (School Certificate), together with at least two passes at Advanced Level (Higher School Certificate or General Certificate of Education); or
(b) Passes in three other subjects at Advanced Level.
OR (ii) Overseas leaving educational qualifications recognised by Senate.

Notes:
(a) 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.
(b) International students from 12 year-schooling systems may be required to sit for SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test).
 
Undergraduate Diploma & Certificate Programmes
Diploma: A pass in English Language at Cambridge School Certificate/ ‘O’ Level or equivalent and Credit in five other subjects (School Certificate).

Certificate: A School Certificate with credit in two appropriate subjects or equivalent.

7. My documents are not in English or French, do I have to translate all of them?
You will need to provide translations of your documents, if they are not already in English or French. Only a translation by an official translator and certified by an attorney is acceptable to the University.

8. I have been given an offer for this academic year, but I cannot make it, can I defer the offer to the next academic year or should I reapply?
You will have to re-apply.

9. I cannot arrive in time for the first few days of the Semester. Can I start the Semester one or two weeks later?
Yes, at your own risk. It will be your sole responsibility to catch up for lectures and/or practical missed. Normally such requests are not accepted after 2 weeks from the start of the semester.

10. Can I start a programme in its second year?
The University does consider granting exemptions. Full documentary support (such as modules completed and year of completion, grades achieved, number of contact hours, syllabi) must be provided at the time of application for consideration provided that the gap between successful completion of the modules and the time of application does not exceed 7 years.

11. What do I do if I need help finding a place to live in Mauritius? How much does accommodation cost and how much do I need for other living costs?
The University is non-residential. International students are assisted in finding a suitable lodging in the vicinity of the campus. Students would need approximately 300 to 400 US $ monthly for accommodation and living expenses. Provision for about 100 US $ per annum should be made for purchase of books etc.

12. Can I work in Mauritius while I am studying?
International students are not allowed to take up employment during the period of their studies.

13. Do I need students Entry Visa and how do I obtain my Entry Visa to Mauritius?
For international applicants who have been offered a seat, the University makes the necessary arrangements with the Passport & Immigration Office in Mauritius for entry visa and residence permit for the duration of their studies.
Evidence of adequate funds to meet the costs of stay and studies will have to be produced.

14. What happens if I fall sick or have an accident in Mauritius? Do I have to take a medical insurance?
University students are normally covered during university hours. However, students are strongly advised to take additional insurance.

15. Are there any scholarships or sponsorships available?
Presently, no scholarships are available for international students.

16. Are the University of Mauritius’ awards internationally recognised?
The University of Mauritius awards are recognised internationally.

17. Does the University offer a full programme by distance education mode?
Currently no such programmes are available for International Students.

 

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