Post-secondary qualifications are qualifications typically studied for after successful completion of

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. In

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, this is usually after successful completion of the Higher School Certificate or its equivalent, although select qualifications may permit early school leaving or require additional study. A variety of different post-secondary qualifications are offered in Mauritius.

Academic qualifications

Degree

The degree is the primary post-secondary academic qualification obtained, typically at a

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institution.

Academic degree An academic degree is a qualification awarded to students upon successful completion of a course of study in higher education, usually at a college or university. These institutions commonly offer degrees at various levels, usually including unde ...

s offered include the

Bachelor's A bachelor's degree (from Middle Latin ''baccalaureus'') or baccalaureate (from Modern Latin ''baccalaureatus'') is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to six ye ...

Master's A master's degree (from Latin ) is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.

, and

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. Entry requirements for the

Bachelor's degree A bachelor's degree (from Middle Latin ''baccalaureus'') or baccalaureate (from Modern Latin ''baccalaureatus'') is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study lasting three to six ...

typically includes a Higher School Certificate with

GCE A Levels The A-Level (Advanced Level) is a subject-based qualification conferred as part of the General Certificate of Education, as well as a school leaving qualification offered by the educational bodies in the United Kingdom and the educational aut ...

in appropriate subjects. Entry requirements for higher degrees typically include lower degrees. Qualifications may also be awarded in select programmes upon completion of a programme of study that covers part of a degree programme. A

Diploma A diploma is a document awarded by an educational institution (such as a college or university) testifying the recipient has graduated by successfully completing their courses of studies. Historically, it has also referred to a charter or offici ...

may be awarded after two years of undergraduate study; students may then progress onto a Top-up course, or be given advanced standing, to complete an undergraduate degree. A Postgraduate Certificate may be awarded after the first stage, and a

Postgraduate Diploma A postgraduate diploma (PgD, PgDip, PGDip, PG Dip., PGD, Dipl. PG, PDE) is a postgraduate qualification awarded after a university degree, which supplements the original degree and awards them with a graduate diploma. Countries that award postg ...

may be awarded at the second stage, of postgraduate study; students may then be given advanced standing to complete a postgraduate degree.

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and

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are the two main degree-granting institutions in Mauritius. Degrees may also be obtained from foreign institutions, either through study abroad, study at a local centre affiliated to a foreign institution, or distance learning; a number of education and training providers offer foreign academic qualifications to students in Mauritius.

License

A License is a three-year undergraduate degree, roughly equivalent to a

. Types of License offered may include the License Professionelle (Professional Degree) and the License Technologie (Technical Degree). Select institutions of

, including the Université des Mascareignes, offer the License qualification.

Professional qualifications

Nursing qualifications

Certificate in General Nursing

The Certificate in General Nursing is a post-graduate qualification that enables nursing practice. The course typically takes three years to complete. The pre-requisite for entry into the course is a Higher School Certificate or its equivalent.

Diploma in General Nursing

The Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery is a post-graduate qualification that enables nursing practice. The course typically takes three years to be completed. The pre-requisite for entry into the course is a Higher School Certificate or its equivalent.

=Top-Up Diploma in General Nursing

= The Top-Up Diploma in General Nursing allows holders of the Certificate in General Nursing qualification to progress to the Diploma qualification with recognition of prior learning at the Certificate level. The course typically takes one year to complete.

Teaching qualifications

Teacher's Certificate

The Teacher's Certificate is a post-secondary qualification that enables teaching in primary schools. The course typically takes two years to complete. The pre-requisite for entry into the course is a Higher School Certificate or its equivalent.

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

The

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(PGCE)is a post-graduate qualification that enables teaching in primary or secondary schools. The course typically takes one year to complete. The pre-requisite for entry into the course is a

. Upon completion of the course, further academic progression may be available to a

or a

Master's degree A master's degree (from Latin ) is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.

in Education.

Vocational qualifications

Vocational qualifications are designed to provide

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in specific fields. They may be studied independently or may be earned as part of an

Apprenticeship Apprenticeship is a system for training a new generation of practitioners of a Tradesman, trade or profession with on-the-job training and often some accompanying study (classroom work and reading). Apprenticeships can also enable practitioners ...

Scheme (AS).

Brevet de Technicien (BT)

The Brevet de Technicien (BT), also called the Brevet Technician, is a vocational post-secondary qualification, typically offered in a technical subject. Entry requirements for the Brevet de Technicien are typically a Senior Certificate or its equivalent. The course typically takes two years to complete. Subjects for which the Brevet de Technicien may be offered include Batiment (Building Construction), Electronique (Electronics), Electrotechnique (Electrotechnics), Frabication Mechanique (Maintenance and Production Mechanics), and Mecanique Automobile (Automobile Mechanics). The Brevet de Technicien is the Diploma qualification offered by the Lycée Polytechnique in

National Certificate (NC)

The National Certificate (NC) is a vocational post-secondary qualification, providing training and education in a particular trade. National Certificate courses are offered at several levels mapped to the

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(NQF). Entry requirements may vary based on the course. Entry requirements for a National Certificate at Level 3 (NC 3) are generally a

Form III Certificate The Form III Certificate was an academic qualification in Mauritius awarded upon successful completion of lower secondary school. The exam last took place at the end of 2019 and was replaced by the National Certificate of Education (NCE) in 2020. ...

or completion of Form IV in

, the

National Trade Certificate Foundation The National Trade Certificate qualifications are technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programmes of study in Mauritius, designed for early school leavers to gain life skills and job skills for entry into employment. Pre-requisit ...

, or the equivalent. Entry requirements for a National Certificate at Level 4 (NC 4) or Level 5 (NC 5) are generally a

School Certificate The School Certificate was a qualification issued by the Board of Studies, New South Wales, typically at the end of Year 10. The successful completion of the School Certificate was a requirement for completion of the Higher School Certificate. T ...

(SC), a

GCE O Level The O-Level (Ordinary Level) is a subject-based qualification conferred as part of the General Certificate of Education. It was introduced in place of the School Certificate in 1951 as part of an educational reform alongside the more in-depth ...

, a National Certificate at Level 3 in related trades, or the equivalent. The course generally lasts for one to two years, depending on the level and field of study. Students may then progress onto a National Diploma, Diploma, or Higher National Diploma course.

National Diploma (ND)

The National Diploma (ND) is a vocational post-secondary qualification, providing training and education in a particular trade. National Certificate courses are offered at several levels mapped to the

(NQF). Entry requirements may vary based on the course. Entry requirements may include a

(SC) or GCE O Levels, a Higher School Certificate (HSC) or

, a

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at a specified level, a

National Certificate The National Certificate is a higher education qualification in a technology discipline offered by higher institutions across the globe. Each country has its own specifications about the certificate. Ireland The National Certificate ( ga, Tea ...

at a specified level, or the equivalent. Work experience may also be considered or required.

Diploma

The Diploma is a post-secondary qualification. Entry requirements for the Diploma typically include a Higher School Certificate (HSC), two

, a National Certificate at Level 4 (NC 4) or Level 5 (NC 5) in related trades, or the equivalent. The course typically takes two years to complete. Successful completion of the Diploma allows for progression onto the Higher National Diploma.

Higher National Diploma (HND)

The Higher National Diploma (HND) is a post-secondary qualification. Entry requirements for the Higher National Diploma typically include a Higher School Certificate (HSC), two

, a National Certificate at Level 4 (NC 4) or Level 5 (NC 5) in related trades, a Diploma in a related subject, or the equivalent. The course typically takes two to three years to complete. Higher National Diploma courses offered in Mauritius educational institutions are typically awarded by

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BTEC with accreditation in the

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. A BTEC Higher National Diploma is roughly equivalent to two years of undergraduate degree-level study at a university. Upon successful completion, students may gain admission to

programmes, typically with two years of advanced standing. This enables those who entered the vocational stream to re-enter the academic stream and progress further in higher education.

References

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