Study in MauritiusStudy in Mauritius — English-taught diplomas in hospitality, tourism and business.
An Indian Ocean island with English-medium teaching, an established Indian-diaspora community and one of the lowest costs of living of any destination we cover. We place students into one-year diplomas in hospitality, tourism and business.
Why students choose Mauritius
Mauritius is our most affordable corridor — English-medium, culturally comfortable for Indian and Pakistani students, and a lower-pressure route to a recognised qualification.
English-medium teaching
Study fully in English at a fraction of the cost of Canada, Australia or the UK.
Lowest cost of living
One of the most affordable destinations we cover, for both tuition and everyday life.
Large Indian community
An established Indian-diaspora community makes settling in comparatively easy — food, language and culture.
UK-awarded qualifications
CTH, OTHM and ABE diplomas — UK awarding bodies, delivered at accredited Mauritian institutions.
Safe & stable
A peaceful island nation with a welcoming, multicultural society.
Two intakes a year
January and September starts give you flexibility on when to begin.
When you can start
Autumn intake
A primary intake across most institutions.
Winter intake
A second major intake — useful if you miss the September start.
What studying in Mauritius costs
Use these as planning ranges — your exact figures depend on the institution, city and program.
Indicative ranges — Mauritius has one of the lowest costs of living of any destination we cover. Our counselors confirm exact figures per program.
What's in our Mauritius catalog
Specific universities, exact fees and intake dates are matched to your profile in the app — not published here, since eligibility depends on your marks, English score and budget.
Get matched, freePopular student cities
Port Louis
The capital and commercial centre, with the widest range of amenities.
Réduit / Moka
The country's main education belt, home to several institutions.
Quatre Bornes
A lively, central town popular with students and young professionals.
Curepipe
A cooler upland town with a relaxed, residential feel.
The student visa & residence-permit route
Mauritius issues a student visa and residence permit tied to your enrolment. Work rights are limited, and post-study employment runs through local employer sponsorship.
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Accept your offer
Confirm your place and complete the institution's enrolment steps.
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Institution supports your application
Your institution helps prepare your student-visa and residence-permit application.
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Gather supporting documents
Provide proof of funds, health cover and a valid passport.
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Receive approval
The Passport & Immigration Office processes and approves your application.
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Enter Mauritius
Travel to Mauritius once your approval is confirmed.
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Collect your residence permit
Complete local registration and collect your student residence permit.
Studying in Mauritius: your questions
How do I study in Mauritius as an international student?
Pick a programme, accept the offer, and your institution supports the student visa and residence permit application through the Passport & Immigration Office. You need a valid passport, the offer letter, proof of funds, health insurance and academic transcripts. The whole route is set out above, step by step.
What can I actually study in Mauritius through UniStep?
Six one-year diplomas at three institutions, all taught in English: hospitality management, tourism management, cruise hospitality services, and business management. They are awarded by UK bodies — CTH, OTHM and ABE — and delivered in Mauritius. Tuition runs USD 3,500 to 4,200 a year.
Is there a diploma in hospitality management in Mauritius?
Yes. We place students into a one-year Diploma in Hospitality Management at BPG College in Quatre-Bornes at USD 4,200 a year, and an OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management at USD 3,500. Both are taught in English and both carry UK awarding-body recognition.
Is Mauritius a good option for Indian and Pakistani students?
It is one of the more straightforward routes we cover. Teaching is in English, there is a large established Indian-diaspora community, and the cost is a fraction of Canada, Australia or the UK — tuition from USD 3,500 a year and living costs from USD 400 a month. Entry requirements are confirmed per institution.
Is Mauritius really cheaper than Canada, Australia or the UK?
Generally yes — on both tuition and day-to-day living costs, it's one of the more affordable options among the destinations we cover, though exact figures depend on the institution and program.
Can I study in Mauritius without IELTS?
Requirements vary by institution; some accept alternative English evidence given the island's own English-medium education system. We confirm the specific requirement for your target program.
What does studying in Mauritius look like day to day?
English-medium classes, a warm climate, and an established Indian community — which many students find makes the adjustment easier than a further-flung destination.
Do you charge a fee for this?
No agent fee to use UniStep. You pay the institution and the government the same costs you would with or without an agent.
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