Study MBBS in Mauritius
Known for its extravagant beaches and beautiful reefs and lagoons, Mauritius is not only a favoured vacation place for Indians but it also is a humble abode for Indian students, with big dreams of universities in their minds. MBBS from Mauritius is very popular among Indians for various reasons but at the same time, some students feel repulsed by the fee structure of the only two MBBS colleges in Mauritius. Yes, there are only two colleges – that too comes with limited seats. So, if you want to study at a university on a beautiful island surrounded by water body and water life, you have to be swift on your feet.
From what we have understood and studied, MBBS in Mauritius Fee Structure is quite high and can leave a big flaming hole in the banks of Indian students. But, we are here to answer numerous questions of our fellow citizens regarding MBBS in Mauritius.
Eligibility criteria: –
Candidate must have passed their 10+2(sr. secondary education) with minimum 50% marks with PCB (physics, chemistry, and biology) from any recognized board.
Admission: –
Admission will be on the basis of the marks obtained in the entrance exam (NEET).-
MUST BE NEET QUALIFIED…for session 2021-22
For OBC/SC/ST/others- 108
For general- 136
Admission Process
Anna Medical College
Anna Medical college is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and all the essentials equipment required by a medical college. The faculty is a mix between Mauritius and Indian professors and that is one of the biggest reasons Indian students go for MBBS in Mauritius as there is uniqueness with a hint of familiarity. The college is well-equipped with tons of books and a teaching hospital in Flacq covering the area of 170,000 inhabitants in the East Mauritius region. It has Academic Affiliation from the University of Technology Mauritius and started the course in 2012. The degree awarded is called MBBS.
Now, according to their official website, The Admission Process is as follows-
Scrutiny of Information
The admission committee runs the information provided by the applicants and puts it under scrutiny. Information related to their class 10+2, grades, qualifications and the overall fit of the student to study in Mauritius. They also check the student’s financial capability as to whether the family would be able to handle the fee or not.
Short Listing
Students whose information has been checked and the grades have been taken into consideration are shortlisted for the further rounds by the admission committee. They are selected for the personal interview rounds whose location is notified to the students a week or so before. Anna Medical College also helps in a visa application for international students.
Personal Interview
The admission committee of Anna Medical College will conduct a personal interview, which will be done in the English language and in an informal environment. After the interview, the required information regarding the interview is sent to the Dean compiled with recommendations as to the suitability of the students.
Dean Approval
The Dean will then make a concrete decision based on the recommendations submitted by the admission committee
Medical Fitness
The selected students have to be deemed fit by the selection committee before being finally accepted in the college. Students have to submit the medical certificate issued by an established doctor.
Final Enrolment
Students selected have a stipulated time to enrol in the college by submitting documents and fees. Failure to enrol on time will result in cancellation of the admission. The college takes students in 2 batches- April and September.
Documents Required
The certification of class 12th with 60% aggregate in the four subjects with English
NEET-UG certification
Documents related to the finances/loans
Medical Certificate
Birth certificate of the student
Identification of the student
International students require passports and visas.
SSR Medical College
Almost 20 years ago, SSR Medical College was the first medical college of Mauritius. Its strategic position near to the airport has made it a good choice for international students and especially Indian students. The campus is spread along with lush tea gardens with tons of natural beauty all around. All the international students are required to stay in the campus hostels, and they are differentiated for different genders. The mess is also provided. It is crucial for a medical college to have a hospital attached for the clinical training of the students and the students of SSR are provided training in Jawahar Lal Nehru, Victoria and other government-approved hospitals with more than 1,000 beds. It has Academic Affiliation from University of Mauritius Faculty of Science, Department of Medicine and started classes in 2002. The name of the degree awarded in MBBS.
Now, according to their official website, The Admission Process is as follows-
Filling Application Form
The students have to fill the application form with necessary details in their own handwriting. The form can be obtained from the registered office at Mauritius or the registered centre in New Delhi. All the details of the offices are provided in the prospectus of the college.
The college has strictly stated that mere submission of the application form and registration fees would not reserve a seat for the candidate. There is one more step that is taken in order to fill the seats for MBBS Course in SSR Medical College.
Selection of Candidates
The selection is done based on the merit of the students as well as their suitability to pay the fees of the course.
The shortlisted students are invited to a personal interview round and are selected by the dean. Selected candidates will have to pay the required fee before the admission by D.D. in favour of “Indian Ocean Medical Institute Trust”.
Documents Required
SSR Medical College asks for some documents that have to be attached with the application form. They are-
Pass certificate/Mark List of qualifying examination (10+2/A level or equivalent)
Conduct certificate from the Head of the Institution.
Document to prove age
Medical Certificate from a Registered Medical Practitioner as to the candidate’s physical fitness to undergo the course
Self-addressed & stamped envelope size (9½” x 4½”)
Affidavit in the prescribed format
Fees Structure for MBBS in Mauritius
MBBS from Mauritius is much more expensive than countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and almost all the medical universities in Bangladesh, Russia and the Philippines. Following is MBBS in Mauritius Fees Structure –
SSR Medical College Fees
SSR Medical College Fee Structure | Per year (USD) | Total in USD for 5 years |
Tuition Fees | 8,000 | 40,000 |
Hostel Fees | 1,200 | 6,000 |
Registration Fee (Non-refundable) | 6,000 (one-time) | 6,000 |
Registration Fee for Hostel (Non-refundable) | 2,000 (one-time) | 2,000 |
Mess Fees | 1,200 | 6,000 |
Development charges | 6,000 (one-time) | 6000 |
Total | 66,000 |
Total in Rupees – USD 66,000 x 75 = 47.50 lakh.
Note:
- Flight travel charges will be extra.
- Examination fee of USD 100 per subject will be payable in addition to the Tuition fee.
- If the student pays the entire fees upfront, then the student will get a discount of USD 8,000 or 20%.
- The hostel is twin sharing.
- Hostel rooms have attached toilet and bathroom with a time-controlled hot water supply. The rooms are furnished with a bed and mattress, a reading table, a chair and a cupboard, which is to be returned intact on vacating the room. Hostel Residents have the option to take a full room for themselves for their single occupancy on payment of full room charge of USD 200 per pm = USD 2,400 per year (subject to availability of such rooms).
Anna Medical College
Anna Medical College Fee Structure | Per year (MUR) | Total for 5 years |
Tuition Fees | 3,22,000 | 16,10,000 |
Hostel Fees | 84,000 | 4,20,000 |
Mess Fees | 60,000 | 3,00,000 |
Transportation | 48,000 | 2,40,000 |
Total in Rupees = 25,70,000 x 1.90 = ₹49 lakh
Note:
- The above fee is inclusive of Exam & Affiliation Fees, Registration Charges, Lab & ICT Charges.
- It is mandatory to stay in one of the hostels for their first year unless the student is given exceptional permission at the institution’s sole discretion
- Caution Money (Refundable) of MUR 100,000/- will be payable at the time of admission. The Caution Money will be refunded after clearance of all dues, if any, to the College on completion of course.
- A Financial Agreement will be entered by the university with each student regarding payment plan of all fees, at the time of admission.
- Flight travel cost will be extra.