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Undergraduate Programmes

SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING (SITE)

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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Intelligent Systems and Robotics

The concept of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 (I4.0/I5.0) refers to …

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BSc (Hons) Intelligent Systems and Robotics

27 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Possess the ability to design and build cutting-edge applications, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the internet of things.
Possess the ability to create web and mobile applications for intelligent systems using the proper requirements engineering procedures.
Possess the capacity to create, develop, and deploy cutting-edge robotic process automation robots.
Apply the working principles and applications of various sensors, actuators, and control systems used in robotics.
Apply programming skills to develop control algorithms and implement motion planning for intelligent systems.
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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

Given the escalating complexity of cyber threats and the rapid …

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BSc (Hons) Cyber Security

27 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Possess the ability to discover security vulnerabilities across software, network and infrastructure by using ethical hacking techniques and vulnerability scanning.
Possess practical skill-set in the mitigation of a number of dangerous web vulnerabilities.
Possess practical skill-set in assuring network security against all threats including advanced hackers, trackers, exploit kits, and Wi-Fi attacks.
Understand and implement encryption algorithms that make the foundation of modern-day industrial cryptography.
Possess the ability to identify, assess and articulate cyber security risk as well as identifying options for treatment using proper risk management framework.
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BSc (Hons) Data Science with Interactive Marketing

Programme Information In this digital and increasingly automated era, much …

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BSc (Hons) Emerging Technologies (Top-Up) jointly with Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd

This BSc (Hons) Emerging Technologies Top-Up programme is designed to …

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BSc (Hons) Emerging Technologies (Top-Up) jointly with Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd

All Levels
What you'll learn
Upon completion of the programme, the graduates would have the ability:
• to identify, formulate, and solve complex computing problems by applying their knowledge from
the programme
• to communicate effectively with a range of audiences and to function effectively on a team whose
members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish
goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
• to develop and conduct appropriate applications to capture, store, analyze and interpret data, and
draw conclusions in complex environments
• to develop innovative applications in the area of mobile computing, the Internet of Things, Cloud
computing, and data management.
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Diploma in Emerging Technologies (with specialization in either Internet of Things or Big Data)

9 Lessons
2700 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Solve computing problems by applying their knowledge from the programme.
Develop and conduct appropriate applications to process and interpret data, and draw conclusions in specific environments.
Develop applications, namely in the areas of Networking, Artificial Intelligence, and Cloud computing with a focus on the Internet of Things and Big Data using an emerging development platform (like Python).
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Computer Applications (Top Up)

Programme Information This Top-up degree has been designed for students …

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BSc (Hons) in Computer Applications (Top Up)

9 Lessons
150 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Excellent move for someone currently working in the technology field as this will improve his professional skills and also make them more marketable for senior-level positions.
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All Levels

BA (Hons) Graphics Design

Programme Information The BA graphics design has been created to …

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BA (Hons) Graphics Design

29 Lessons
150 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Use applications of diverse fields of graphics design, video editing, 3D animation, and audio amongst others.
Application of different design techniques and acquired skills on projects.
Creating of a visually engaging and competitive professional portfolio.
Meet the expectations of the professional environment in relation to their intended careers.
Applications of diverse fields of graphics design, video editing, 3D animation, and audio amongst others.
Apply the different design techniques and acquired skills on projects.
Create a visually engaging and competitive professional portfolio.
Meet the expectations of the professional environment in relation to their intended careers.

SCHOOL OF SUSTAINBLE DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM (SSDT)

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BSc (Hons) Sustainable Urban Planning

29 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Enable students to have a coherent understanding of urbanism and the built environment
Combine a sound theoretical foundation with an awareness of practice in the field of planning
Gain knowledge about the various roles and responsibilities of urban professionals in society
Understand sustainability issues and adopt inter-disciplinary approaches
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management

The tourism industry is one of the largest job providers …

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BSc (Hons) Tourism and Hospitality Management

28 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Understand the complexity of the tourism and hospitality industry.
Acquire multidisciplinary skills to better understand the various areas of tourism and hospitality industry.
Understand the importance of managing the tourism and hospitality experience leading to increased customer satisfaction;
Critically examine the impact of tourism on a destination and appreciate the importance of developing a sustainable tourism industry;
Expose students to hands-on practical experience in the tourism/hospitality industry
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BSc (Hons) Applied Social Sciences with Specialisation in Sociology, Social Services and Criminology

47 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Develop learning skills in an interdisciplinary environment
Experience breadth of disciplinary studies and intellectual processes
Specialise in their chosen area of study.
Understand the cross-cultural issues of interdisciplinary study and teams
Develop the personal qualities and attitudes needed for professional success
Identify and understand the fundamental values that inform critical issues and decision making
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Services Marketing and Management

Management of services is an emerging stream of the service …

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BSc (Hons) Services Marketing and Management

6 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Understand the changing economic, political, legal, socio-cultural and competitive forces affecting the service industry
Understand the distinguishing characteristics of services marketing and their importance in managing the customer experience
Explain the interrelationships between services marketing, operations management and human resource management to allow for the successful implementation of sustainable services management
Understand the strategies used for creating, promoting and delivering services
Review strategies used to create and enhance service quality, customer satisfaction and loyalty
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety and Health Management(accredited by IOSH-UK)

Successful organisations treat their employees as valuable assets and with …

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BSc (Hons) Occupational Safety and Health Management(accredited by IOSH-UK)

29 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Meet the professional development needs of safety and health professionals by providing the latest OSHM knowledge, techniques, and skills with an understanding that occupational safety and health is an integral part of doing business in the global competitive world of today.
Develop the skills and knowledge needed in the field of safety and health management that will allow them to develop, implement, and maintain an effective safety, health and wellness programs in today’s business and bottom-line oriented companies.
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All Levels

Diploma in Fisheries Enabled Services

Learn the necessary skills to create an enabling and sustainable …

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Diploma in Fisheries Enabled Services

19 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Foster the sustainable development and management of fisheries resources.
Equip students with the core knowledge, theoretical and practical underpinnings of the fisheries sector and the
ocean economy
Cater for the conservation and protection of fisheries resources for continued socio-economic benefits to all
stakeholders
Develop students’ ability to think critically, appraise and apply relevant skills to address local, regional and
international challenges
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Sustainable Environmental Planning and Management

With globalisation and population growth, countries around the planet are …

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BSc (Hons) Sustainable Environmental Planning and Management

28 Lessons
All Levels
What you'll learn
Develop students’ understanding of the contested nature of global environmental issues
Instruct students to acquire essential skills for a sustainable environmental management and planning
Develop an understanding of the process of environmental policy development, implementation and enforcement
Provide practical skills and research development opportunities
Provide a firm foundation for advanced studies on the environment
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All Levels

BA (Hons) Counselling

This Three-year full-time and four years part-time Degree programme is …

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BA (Hons) Counselling

29 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Develop an understanding of the underlying philosophical and different approached to counselling.
Work towards adopting a strong foundation for ethical and professional practice in the field of counselling.
Develop an understanding of the social problems and their impact on individuals within the social context.
Provide opportunities to investigate emerging societal case.
Apply knowledge and skills in structuring counselling sessions to effectively empower persons seeking help, appreciate the effects of organizational and societal influences on the everyday life of people.

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES (SHS)

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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Industrial Biotechnology (Top up)

This undergraduate diploma, developed in collaboration with the Mauritius Institute …

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BSc (Hons) in Industrial Biotechnology (Top up)

9 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
The programme has been designed to cover the different concepts, principles and theories of Green biotechnology, Marine biotechnology, Stem cell engineering, Gene therapy, Drug discovery, Biomedicine, Entrepreneurship, and the Legal Framework in Biotechnology.
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All Levels

Diploma in Industrial Biotechnology

This undergraduate diploma, developed in collaboration with the Mauritius Institute …

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Diploma in Industrial Biotechnology

18 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
The programme has been designed to cover the different concepts, principles and theories of Pharmaceutical biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Food science & biotechnology, Environmental biotechnology, Tissue engineering, Proteomics, Instrumentation, and Biorisk management.
Moreover, the Diploma programme includes a 15 weeks work placement to provide students with a holistic and hands-on educational experience that bridges the gap between academic knowledge and prepares them for real-world challenges and opportunities.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Gerontology

This undergraduate degree has been developed taking into account the …

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BSc (Hons) Gerontology

29 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Understand the demographic shifts that have led to population ageing.
Take stock of ageism and promote healthy ageing
Differentiate between the social and psychological changes that occur with age.
Understand the major theories and concepts key to the study of ageing.
Understand basic health policy as it applies to population aging.
State the challenges facing older people and their caregivers.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching (top-up)

This course is designed to enable students with an existing …

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BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching (top-up)

11 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Draw upon a wide range of theoretical and practical perspectives and academic disciplines to enhance their existing knowledge of sports science and coaching
Application of the acquired in-depth knowledge and methodical competencies to independently plan, execute and evaluate coaching sessions and sports leisure events according to resources available, age and skill level of individuals or teams
Develop independent thinking and research skills to produce an original piece of research work in a specialist area of sports
Develop further key transferable skills (intellectual, vocational and interpersonal) that are required to pursue a range of employment opportunities in the sports industry
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All Levels

Diploma in Sports Training, Coaching and Exercise.

This Diploma has been designed for those interested in developing …

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Diploma in Sports Training, Coaching and Exercise.

19 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Draw upon a wide range of theoretical and practical perspectives and academic disciplines to enhance their existing knowledge of sports science and coaching
Application of the acquired in-depth knowledge and methodical competencies to independently plan, execute and evaluate coaching sessions and sports leisure events according to resources available, age and skill level of individuals or teams
Develop independent thinking and research skills to produce an original piece of research work in a specialist area of sports
Develop further key transferable skills (intellectual, vocational and interpersonal) that are required to pursue a range of employment opportunities in the sports industry
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Public Health Engineering (Top-up)

Public Health Engineering, consists of the art of improving and …

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BSc (Hons) Public Health Engineering (Top-up)

14 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
To get an awareness of the importance of environmental management and interventions to prevent spread of infectious/communicable diseases,
To design interventions in solid and hazardous waste treatment and management.
To understand air, noise, water and wastewater quality, characteristics and their importance in ensuring good public health as well as environmental protection,
To be aware of the various factors influencing occupational safety and health,
To choose appropriate sanitation and drinking water treatment units and processes for solving problems in communities,
To understand research methods and be able to conduct research in public health and to be aware of the legal aspects, organisation and managerial frameworks governing public health engineering in Mauritius.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Environmental and Public Health.

Climatic change is one of the major stressors on public …

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BSc (Hons) Environmental and Public Health.

29 Lessons
1500 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Identify social and scientific factors which affect environmental and public health.
Identify and manage the various existing health hazards present in the environment affecting the community as a whole.
Be aware of the legal aspects, organisation and managerial frameworks governing public health practices in Mauritius.
Understand sustainability issues, inter-disciplinary approaches and partnership approach to working in environmental health.
Gain basic skills in management, accounting, procurement and communication.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT AND FINANCE (SBMF)

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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Financial Services with Global Business

The Financial Services sector has over the past decade emerged …

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BSc (Hons) in Financial Management with specialization in Public Finance

PROGRAMME INFORMATION The challenge facing public finance managers is to …

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BSc (Hons) in Financial Management with specialization in Public Finance

All Levels
What you'll learn
The programme will employ a wide variety of teaching methods, including lectures, individual or group projects, presentations, workshops, case studies, field visits, work placement and talks by guest speakers. Self-learning will be the key feature of the programme, enabling students to explore, investigate and research into the various topics, interact with practitioners, and work in teams on projects.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Management (General)

The degree provides a strong foundation in economics and social …

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BSc (Hons) in Management (General)

29 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Enable students to acquire state of the art knowledge and understanding of the field of management.
Provide an educational experience which will facilitate and promote students' intellectual development and life-long learning skills.
Promote critical awareness of the merits and complexities of management, and to inculcate an appreciation of the association between theory and practice.
Appraise students of important new developments in the field of management.
Appraise students of important new developments in the field of management.
Enable students to develop appropriate practical and transferable skills.
Provide a high quality management programme.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Logistics and Transport Management

Learn the necessary knowledge of driving economic growth. The programme …

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BSc (Hons) in Logistics and Transport Management

30 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Logistics is a booming industry, full of opportunity and growth.
With globalization making even the furthest reaches of the globe more and more connected, now is a great time to be looking into the field of logistics.
Jobs in the field of logistics and supply chain management include logistics manager, integrated programs director, supply chain director, inventory manager, supply chain planning manager, and other specified careers.
To equip students with the knowledge and the skills to contribute in logistics and transport sectors to enhance customer service and create value for organisations.
To develop students’ comprehension of the strategic dimension of business activity essential in undertaking a management role in any organisation and to place a priority on integrated management skills as a prerequisite to strategic business logistics.
To equip students with general management skills to be effective in the logistics and transport sectors.
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All Levels

BSc (Hons.) Human Resource Management

Learn the necessary knowledge behind the most important resources in …

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BSc (Hons.) Human Resource Management

31 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Understand the complexity of human beings and their behavior as individuals, in groups or in teams.
Analyze the complex and turbulent environment in which organizations operate
Understand the different resources an organization deploys to achieve its objectives
Appreciate the role of human resource in achieving organizational objectives
Understand the relatedness of different management functions and resources
Use mathematical and statistical techniques to collect, organize, analyze and present information for decision-making and presentation
Forcecast resource and human resource requirements of an organization
Plan for quantitative and qualitative human resource needs of organization
Present human resource initiatives in hard financial terms to management
Understand and apply the employment and other related laws to human resource management in the Mauritian context
Identify the training and development needs of organizational human resource
Ensure HRD initiatives effectively and efficiently meet their objectives
Attract, retain, motivate, add value to human resource/talents of an organization
Manage the politics of organization bearing in mind human beings are complex animals
Apply modern HRM techniques including ICT in managing HR effectively and flexibly
Prepare HR and the organization to do business sustainably
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurial Management

Learn the necessary knowledge behind entrepreneurship is the driving force …

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BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurial Management

36 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Enable students to acquire state of the art knowledge and understanding of the field of management.
Students will develop a critical understanding of the importance of the values and cultures found within
public management and public policy-making processes and in the delivery of accountable and effective services.
Promote critical awareness of the merits and complexities of management, and to inculcate an appreciation of the association between theory and practice.
Appraise students of important new developments in the field of management and public administration
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All Levels

BSc (Hons) in Management (Law)

Learn the necessary knowledge specialist legal skills and general management …

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BSc (Hons) in Management (Law)

30 Lessons
3 hours
All Levels
What you'll learn
Enable students to acquire state of the art knowledge and understanding of the field of management and life-long learning skills.
Provide an educational experience which will facilitate and promote students' intellectual development.
Promote critical awareness of the merits and complexities of management, and to inculcate an appreciation of the association between theory and practice
Appraise students of important new developments in the field of management.
Appraise students of important new developments in the field of management.
Enable students to develop appropriate practical and transferable skills.
Provide a high quality management programme.