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Study in Mauritius

Mauritius is an island nation off the east coast of Madagascar and Africa in the Indian Ocean. It's tropical climate, natural beauty and affordable cost of living are a few things that make the country attractive for study abroad. English is the official language, though Créole, French and Asian dialects are commonly used.

Arab traders were the first to come upon the island in the 10th century, followed by the Portuguese in the 1500s, but neither group remained to make permanent settlements. The Dutch landed in the late 1500s and stayed, naming the island after Prince Maurice of Nassau. They remained for little over a century but also decided to leave. It was the French, arriving in 1715, who stayed and gave the island its essentially French character and charm. However, as a result of the conflict between the British and French in Europe and the rivalry in their respective trade with India, the British attacked the French garrison stationed on the island and defeated them. From that time until independence in 1968, the island was administered by the British. The island’s present inhabitants are descendants of settlers from Europe, slaves from Africa and Madagascar, and indentured laborers and artisans from Asia, with each racial group bringing its own culture and traditions. These different attributes have, over time, became uniquely blended to create a national harmony which recognizes diversity within a common identity and national character. Today, the island has a population of 1.1 million people. The natural beauty of the island, its warm all-year climate, white beaches, tranquil sea, exciting deep-sea fishing, excellent hotels and friendly people make Mauritius an attractive tourist destination.

The University of Mauritius is located in Le Réduit, Mauritius right at the heart of Mauritius. A variety of courses are offered between the faculties of agriculture, engineering, law & management, social studies & humanities and science.