Villa College and Maldives Correctional Service partner to advance mental health and psychosocial training
Villa College and the Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to design and implement Mental Health Awareness and Psychosocial Skills Workshops for correctional staff and prisoners. The agreement centres on structured training programmes aimed at enhancing mental health awareness, strengthening psychosocial skills, and supporting the...
8th Jul 2026
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Villa College and Maldives Correctional Service partner to advance mental health and psychosocial training
Villa College and the Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to design and implement Mental Health Awareness and Psychosocial Skills Workshops for correctional staff and prisoners. The agreement centres on structured training programmes aimed at enhancing mental health awareness, strengthening psychosocial skills, and supporting the...
8th Jul 2026
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Villa College's Master of Science in Counselling students visit the National Drug Agency's rehabilitation centre at Himmafushi
On 4 July 2026, students from Villa College's Master of Science in Counselling programme travelled to the island of Himmafushi. Their destination was the National Drug Agency's Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre, a residential facility currently supporting around eighty male clients and four female clients. The visit was organised by...
7th Jul 2026
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Villa College's BAHSM students begin international internship at Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune
Ten students from Villa College's Bachelor of Arts in Health Service Management (BAHSM) programme began an international internship on 4 July 2026, travelling to Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre in Pimpri, Pune, India. The three-week placement runs from 6 to 25 July 2026 and is jointly...
6th Jul 2026
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Villa College opens applications for the September 2026 intake
Villa College has opened applications for its September 2026 intake, offering more than one hundred programmes from Certificate Level 4 through to Masters degrees. For professionals weighing further study, or organisations considering how to support staff development, a few aspects of this intake are worth setting out in more detail.
1st Jul 2026
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Villa College students join the People's Majlis Secretariat's first internship cohort
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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...
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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 Villa College after getting a lot of advice from friends and family. Studying a UWE programme from Villa College became a very attractive proposition and choosing to study here has become one of the best decisions. Studying at Villa College 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 Villa College

Alumni (Aug 2024)

Selecting the right college can profoundly shape your future and Villa College was the decisive choice that set me on a successful path. When I learned that Villa College 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, Villa College.

"My student journey at Villa College was one of the best experiences of my life. Villa College’s 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

Amanee Mohamed - ACCA (Taxation (TX), Applied Skills)

Alumni (Aug 2023)

"My memories in Villa College 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 Villa College, today I am proud to hold a Bachelor’s degree from the University of the West of England, which is affiliated with Villa College. Villa College 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, Villa College 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 Villa College, whether it’s a classroom or a virtual experience, ...read more

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