27 December 2025
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It was revealed on December 27, 2025 that the government has set a goal to complete the construction of 30 educational sector buildings by the start of the 2026 academic year. These projects include new classrooms being built in various regions of the Maldives, multipurpose halls, and essential resources needed to expand educational opportunities. Upon completion of these buildings, a major solution will be found for the space constraints faced by schools, and a conducive environment for students will be established when next year's studies begin. The government's aim is to complete all these works according to the set schedule and prepare for the new academic year.

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Villa College and Atmosphere Foundation have jointly announced special scholarships for higher education in the field of engineering on 27 December 2025. The main objective of this initiative is to build Maldivian youth in technical fields needed for the Maldivian economy and to provide financial assistance to students who want to pursue important fields such as engineering. Students selected under these scholarships will have the opportunity to study at Villa College, and this is an important part of Atmosphere Foundation's social responsibility efforts to strengthen the educational and industrial sectors of the Maldives. This opportunity, open to pursue education in various fields of engineering, is noted as an important step towards creating Maldivian professionals.

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Starting January 1, 2026, teacher promotions will be backdated to their original eligibility dates. This decision ensures that teachers whose promotions were delayed will receive all associated benefits and increments effective from the date they first qualified for the advancement.

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31 December 2025

The top five participants of the UNCTAD Modern Port Management Program, along with MPL internship and technical training opportunities, were announced today. Additionally, information sessions for the National Cadet Camp are underway, while the MQA has issued a warning regarding unauthorized online courses. It was also noted today that the disbursement of student loans for 2025 has decreased.

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30 December 2025

thoughts The Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA) has issued a warning against unauthorized online programs. Simultaneously, a decision was made today to further strengthen and integrate ethical standards and human values into the education system. These measures aim to maintain the quality of higher education in the Maldives and ensure students uphold strong moral character.

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29 December 2025

The government has decided to increase student stipends and launch a dedicated app for submitting complaints. Additionally, training programs on marine hatcheries and reef fishing have commenced. These initiatives aim to strengthen the education sector and provide students with enhanced opportunities and support.

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28 December 2025

Fifty scholarship opportunities have been opened for Master's degree studies in the fields of national identity and heritage. Additionally, funding has been allocated for school repairs to strengthen local education systems, alongside plans to develop and expand educational resources across the islands.

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26 December 2025

The Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA) now requires PhD candidates to complete a three-year full-time residency. Additionally, reading nooks have been established for students in the Hiyaa area of Hulhumalé Phase 2, and a new vocational high school opened today to provide students with practical training opportunities.

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25 December 2025

As the academic year ends and students begin their break, the Ministry of Higher Education has received reports regarding student grievances. Additionally, the Maldives Qualification Authority (MQA) has mandated that PhDs will only be recognized upon completion of three years of full-time study, while IUM and Villa College have introduced new scholarship opportunities.