³Ô¹ÏÍø celebrates academic excellence at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology student achievement ceremony
³Ô¹ÏÍø's Faculty of Engineering and Technology recently hosted the Student Achievement Ceremony, dedicated to celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of the graduating Class of 2025. The event served as a testament to the hard work, resilience, and academic prowess of the student body, bringing together faculty, students, and proud supporters...
³Ô¹ÏÍø academic bite session underscores the importance of robust research methodology
³Ô¹ÏÍø recently hosted an insightful "Academic Bite" session titled "Why This Method? A Key to Stronger Research Papers," offering a deep dive into the principles of effective research design.
³Ô¹ÏÍø and Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing forge strategic partnership to advance marketing education
³Ô¹ÏÍø and the Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) have embarked on a significant collaboration, signing a Letter of Intent on August 20th, 2025, to enhance marketing and business education in the Maldives and Sri Lanka. This partnership establishes a framework for dual accreditation, creates clear professional pathways for...
³Ô¹ÏÍø launches three LLM programmes to meet evolving legal demands
³Ô¹ÏÍø today announced the launch of three new LLM programmes. The newly introduced programmes are the LLM in Corporate Governance, the LLM in Alternative Dispute Resolution, and the LLM in Islamic Finance. Each course is meticulously designed to equip graduates with the sophisticated knowledge and practical skills necessary to...
³Ô¹ÏÍø advances research capabilities with workshop on SmartPLS
³Ô¹ÏÍø successfully hosted the highly anticipated Pensieve Session 7, an intensive workshop titled "Structuring Modelling with SmartPLS." The event brought together a dedicated group of academics, researchers, and professionals for a deep dive into advanced quantitative data analysis, reinforcing the institution's commitment to fostering a vibrant research culture. The...
Mechanical vs. Mechatronics Engineering: Which Path Will Power Your Future?
When you envision the future of engineering, what do you see? Perhaps it’s the sleek, precision-crafted blades of an aircraft engine, a marvel of physical power and design. Or maybe you see the segmented arm of an advanced industrial robot, a symbol of digital intelligence blended with mechanical form. These...
The Caribbean's Legal Anchor: Forging a Right to a Healthy Ocean
For the peoples of the Caribbean, the ocean is not merely a backdrop; it is the "golden thread" that has woven together their history, culture, and economy for centuries. A recent insightful paper by Alana Malinde S.N. Lancaster of The University of the West Indies explores the powerful legal and...
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Mariyam Iba Mohamed Shiham – Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business and Management
Alumni (Oct 2024)
"Studying Business and Management was actually my second option when I started to explore higher studies opportunities. However, while trying to work full-time, I decided to study BA (Hons) Business and Management from ³Ô¹ÏÍø after getting a lot of advice from friends and family. Studying a UWE programme from ³Ô¹ÏÍø became a very attractive proposition and choosing to study here has become one of the best decisions. Studying at ³Ô¹ÏÍø even during the pandemic is much better ...read more
Abdulla Hanaan - BA (Hons) in Business Management with Economics
Alumni (Oct 2024)
"During my O levels, my interest in economics was very minimal. However, during A levels my interest started to veer towards the subject as I started to understand the importance of it. Scoring high in economics was a challenge since it was comparatively different from other subjects I was studying. Despite this, my interest in this made me want to start a career in economics and start this programme. At the time I finished my A levels, there was a ...read more
Mohamed Zidhan Hassan: A Journey of Growth, My Time at ³Ô¹ÏÍø
Alumni (Aug 2024)
Selecting the right college can profoundly shape your future and ³Ô¹ÏÍø was the decisive choice that set me on a successful path. When I learned that ³Ô¹ÏÍø was the first in the Maldives to offer an honours degree in mechanical engineering, I realized instantly that the college was for me. Its unparalleled reputation and distinctive program made it stand out among all other educational institutions. The flexible class schedules which seamlessly fit around my work commitments, and the ...read more
Siba Saeed
Alumni (Jan 2024)
Meet our Alumna, Siba Saeed, who studied Master of Shariah and Law (Specialisation in Criminal Law) at the Faculty of Shariah and Law, ³Ô¹ÏÍø.
"My student journey at ³Ô¹ÏÍø was one of the best experiences of my life. ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s experienced law lecturers and the diverse learning resources at students’ disposal eased an otherwise challenging journey. The research component of the Master of Law programme has been the most notable for me during my time at college. The guidance ...read more
"My memories in ³Ô¹ÏÍø are mostly magical, for it has helped as a building block for my career. The education culture here is so advanced in nature. Events such as seminars, presentations, and lectures from experienced visiting lecturers are so knowledge-based and have always guided me in my professional career. Also, it has been a great help for me to get a good result as there are many resources available in the college such as a computer lab for ...read more
Sharoona Adam - BSc (Hons) Nursing (International)
Alumni (Mar 2023)
After two remarkable years spent at ³Ô¹ÏÍø, today I am proud to hold a Bachelor’s degree from the University of the West of England, which is affiliated with ³Ô¹ÏÍø. ³Ô¹ÏÍø is by far the best institute for higher education in the Maldives. The lecturers at VC are exceptionally skilled and experienced. They are not only knowledgeable in their fields, but they also developed a strong rapport with the students – one which kept ...read more
Ahmed Haisham Hassan - Bachelor of Psychology
Alumni (Feb 2023)
"Completing my foundation in psychology piqued my interest in the field more. The encouragement from the faculty towards the end of my foundation course only secured my decision. The course has constantly tested the limits of my comfort zone while remaining interactive and knowledgeable. The wide variety of lecturers and their different approaches to teaching has only motivated me to explore more fields of psychology I had not known prior to this. One thing I found really memorable was how ...read more
Fathimath Suhana - Bachelor of Psychology
Alumni (Feb 2023)
"I chose VC as it is one of the most well-reputed educational institutions in the Maldives with exceptional teaching and learning practices. I joined the course during the pandemic, and VC made sure the finest arrangements were in place to support students' learning and provided a flexible platform to study during the pandemic. Also, the lecturers are really supportive and approachable. They’ve helped me enhance my academics as well as interpersonal skills. Everything about this program up to this point ...read more
Mizna Waheedh - LLB (Hons)
Alumni (Jan 2023)
Covid-19 struck when we were about to start our 2nd year in the program. We are the first batch to have completed most of the program virtually. Initially, I was uncertain that the best outcome would be achieved through such a learning experience. Nevertheless, ³Ô¹ÏÍø ensured that it can be, by properly facilitating and enabling that the best arrangements were in place to assist the student's learning experience. With ³Ô¹ÏÍø, whether it’s a classroom or a virtual experience, ...read more
³Ô¹ÏÍø, the first private College in the Maldives
Established as a training institute on 28 January 2007,
³Ô¹ÏÍø upgraded its status, becoming the first private college in the Maldives in less than 10
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³Ô¹ÏÍø has established strong relationship with a number of
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³Ô¹ÏÍø began its historic journey on the 28th of January 2007, with the registration of its
first institute, Villa Institute of Water Sports followed by the Villa Institute of Information
Technology (VIIT) and Villa Institute of Hospitality and Tourism Studies.