QISB hosts second CEO Talk Series and personal branding workshop of 2026
More than 140 postgraduate students, participating both online and in person, gathered at Villa College for the second session in 2026 of the CEO Talk Series (Exclusive Masters Series), hosted by the Qasim Ibrahim School of Business.
Villa College outbound mobility team concludes Sri Lanka visit at Chithra Lane to study life skills development in SEN
Students enrolled in the Diploma in Teaching Primary and Special Educational Needs at Villa College completed the final leg of their outbound mobility trip to Sri Lanka with a focus on holistic support for special educational needs. The concluding visit provided participants with valuable insights into long-term developmental care and...
Villa College introduces three new programmes from the Faculty of Sharia and Law
On 21 July 2026, Villa College's Faculty of Sharia and Law launched three new academic offerings designed to integrate legal education with political science and diplomacy. These comprise the Bachelor of Sharia and Law with Political Science, the Bachelor of Sharia and Law with International Relations, and the Master of...
Villa College primary and SEN teaching students examine special education and classroom strategies on outbound mobility trip
Continuing their outbound mobility journey in Sri Lanka, Villa College students pursuing the Diploma in Teaching Primary and Special Educational Needs participated in institutional visits on 28th July focused on vocational training and classroom support.
Villa College outbound mobility students explore resourceful teaching and local industry in Nuwara Eliya
As part of their outbound mobility programme in Sri Lanka, students from Villa College enrolled in the Diploma in Teaching Primary and Special Educational Needs travelled to Nuwara Eliya to observe educational practices in different socio-economic settings. The field visits provided participants with opportunities to examine how local schools and...
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...
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
"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
Villa College, the first private College in the Maldives
Established as a training institute on 28 January 2007,
Villa College upgraded its status, becoming the first private college in the Maldives in less than 10
months from its inception.
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Students Graduated
Nationwide Campuses
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Programmes
International Partners
Villa College has established strong relationship with a number of
International partners.
Villa College 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.