Villa College partners with The Tree House International to advance special needs education
In a significant move to enhance special needs education, Villa College has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Tree House International, Sri Lanka. The formal agreement, signed on August 15th, establishes a collaborative framework aimed at advancing special needs education, research, and professional development across both nations. This...
Villa College welcomes G.Dh. atoll school students for an immersive career guidance day
Villa College opened its doors on Tuesday, 12th August 2025, to Grade 11 and 12 students from G.Dh. Atoll School. The visit was centered on providing comprehensive career evaluation and guidance, reflecting our commitment to nurturing the academic and professional futures of youth across the Maldives. This initiative underscores our...
Villa College champions access to justice with practical legal aid training
Villa College, in collaboration with Transparency Maldives, recently hosted a training session designed to empower the next generation of legal professionals. The event, held on 12 August 2025 and titled "Towards Pro-Bono Legal Aid: Practical Training on Legal Aid Delivery to Migrant Workers," underscored the college's commitment to fostering a...
Villa College empowers youth innovators at Digital Solutions Hackathon 2.0
In celebration of World Youth Skills Day 2025, Villa College hosted the Digital Solutions Hackathon 2.0, a landmark event dedicated to fostering innovation and technological prowess among the nation's youth. Held in partnership with UNICEF Maldives and Women in Tech, the initiative brought together the next generation of problem solvers...
Villa College psychology students bring learning to life with "Ehaaraai Mihaaru" event
At Villa College, we believe education thrives when it connects classroom theory with real-world application. A remarkable example of this philosophy was recently put on display with the "Eventful Evening – Ehaaraai Mihaaru," an initiative thoughtfully organized by students of our Bachelor of Psychology programme. As a core component of...
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...
"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
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
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
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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.