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The Maldives National University (MNU) is the leading higher education institution in the Maldives, established in 2011 and evolving from the Maldives College of Higher Education. Academically, MNU is best known for its robust programs in Education, Health Sciences (including Nursing and Public Health), Business, and Tourism & Hospitality, all vital for the nation's development. For prospective international students, MNU offers an increasing array of English-taught programs, particularly at the postgraduate level, and provides dedicated support through its International Relations Office for visa assistance, accommodation guidance, and cultural integration. Students can expect a unique learning environment deeply connected to the island nation's distinct marine ecosystem and thriving tourism sector. Its most distinctive characteristic is its role as the sole national university, directly addressing the specific developmental needs and environmental challenges of a small island developing state.
Background
The Maldives National University (Dhivehi: ދިވެހިރާއްޖޭގެ ޤައުމީ ޔުނިވަރސިޓީ, romanized: Dhivehiraajjeyge Qaumee Yunivarsitee; MNU) is a public university located in the Maldives. In 1973, the Allied Health Services Training Centre was created at MNU. In 1974, the vocational and trade center was established, providing mechanical and electrical trades. In 1984 the institution for Teacher education was created. In 1987 a tourism school was established for the sole purpose of tourism in the Maldives. In 1991 The Institute of Management and Administration was created; in order, to train staff for public and private services. In 1998 The Maldives College of Higher Education was founded. In January 1999 the Institute of Shari’ah and law was founded. In 2000 College launched first-degree Program: Bachelor of Arts. On 17 January 2011 The Maldives National University Act was passed by the President of the Maldives, The Maldives National University got its name on 15 February 2011.
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