The Maldives National University

A Meaningful Milestone for MNU and Maldivian Higher Education

The Maldives National University (MNU) has been included in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027, marking an important milestone for the University and Maldivian higher education.

MNU is placed in the 1101–1200 band in Asia, among the top 400 in Southern Asia, and No. 1 in the Maldives.

We receive this recognition with gratitude and humility, acknowledging the dedication and contributions of generations of academic and administrative staff, students, alumni, University leaders, Council members and partners who have been part of MNU’s journey.

This milestone encourages us to continue strengthening the quality of education, advancing research, building partnerships and creating meaningful opportunities for our students and communities.

Our sincere thanks to everyone who has contributed to this journey.

A moment of gratitude, and a renewed commitment to the future.

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The Maldives National University extends its warm wishes to all Maldivians on the occasion of Republic Day.

May we continue to work together towards a peaceful, prosperous, and progressive Maldives.

Happy Republic Day!

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Deans and academics from The Maldives National University (MNU) met with a delegation from the Australian Department of Defence, led by Ms Amy Hawkins, First Assistant Secretary of the National Defence Strategy Division, for a high-level roundtable discussion on defence, security, higher education, and academic cooperation.

Ms Hawkins was accompanied by H.E. David Jessup, High Commissioner of Australia to the Maldives. MNU participants included Captain Mohamed Zaid, Dean of the Faculty of Maritime Studies and Dr Athaulla A. Rasheed, Dean of the School of Security and Strategic Studies (SSSS).

The discussion explored MNU’s academic programmes and research initiatives in international relations, maritime affairs, engineering, science, and technology, alongside regional security developments and emerging strategic challenges. Both sides also exchanged views on opportunities to strengthen academic engagement and research collaboration between Maldivian and Australian institutions.

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Lunchtime Talk 2026 (Session 11)
Presenter: Dr. Aishath Shanoora – Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences
Topic: Understanding Love Languages

The session aligns with SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 5: Gender Equality, SDG 4: Quality Education, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, highlighting MNU’s commitment to inclusive education, equality, and collaborative partnerships.

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Join us for a public lecture by Dr. Sebastian Steibl, an ecologist and conservation biologist, as he explores the connections between islands and reefs and their importance in ecosystem research, conservation, and sustainable development.

Discover how atoll ecosystems function, the role of biodiversity in maintaining ecological balance, and the importance of conservation and ecological restoration in the Maldives.

📅 16 November 2026
🕑 14:00 hrs
📍 B Block Auditorium, The Maldives National University, Central Administration

We welcome all interested participants to join this insightful lecture and deepen their understanding of atoll ecosystems.

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