Overview
The Maldives National University (MNU) is the country's main public higher education institution. It operates from a main campus in Malé and regional campuses in Gan, Hithadhoo, Kulhudhuffushi and Thinadhoo, and is organised into faculties, schools and centres covering arts, education, engineering and technology, health sciences, hospitality and tourism, maritime studies, law and Shariah, medicine, nursing, security and strategic studies, and a business school, alongside a dedicated Centre for Foundation Studies.
Who can apply
MNU offers programmes at certificate, undergraduate and postgraduate level, so entry requirements vary by programme and level; the university's course search portal lists the specific entry requirements for each course.
What it covers
Programmes span certificate-level courses through to undergraduate and postgraduate degrees across the university's faculties and schools, including a Centre for Foundation Studies for students who need to complete preparatory study before entering a degree programme.
Recognition
MNU states that it has been accredited by the QAA (Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education) and holds ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. It also describes itself as an institutional member of the Asia-Pacific Medico-Legal Agencies and reports partnerships with more than 60 international institutions across Asia, Europe, Australia and North America.
How to register
Applications are submitted online through the university's application portal, portal.mnu.edu.mv. Enrolled students then use the MyMNU student portal for self-service enrolment, results and access to the university's Moodle learning system.
FAQs
What levels of study does MNU offer?
Certificate-level, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its faculties and schools.
Does MNU have campuses outside Malé?
Yes — regional campuses in Gan, Hithadhoo, Kulhudhuffushi and Thinadhoo, alongside the main Malé campus.
Is MNU internationally accredited?
MNU states it has QAA accreditation and ISO 9001:2015 certification, and reports partnerships with more than 60 international institutions.
How do I apply to MNU?
Through the university's online application portal at portal.mnu.edu.mv; admitted students then use the MyMNU portal for enrolment and coursework.