Economics

In line with its philosophy to democratise access to university education, the Open University of Mauritius offers Foundation Courses. These courses aim at better preparing learners for higher education while allowing them to meet the minimum requirements to undertake undergraduate studies. They have been carefully developed by a team of experts to ensure smooth transition to university. They also motivate learners and give them a greater chance of succeeding. They play a pivotal role in helping learners to revisit lost skills, while giving them the necessary confidence and preparatory experience they need for success at university. However, they are not intended to replace secondary school courses. On successfully completing four foundation courses (8 modules) including English through Open Distance Learning (ODL), they can join degree programmes.

The ODL mode of delivery enables convenient self-study within a flexible framework. This mode of delivery allows learners to learn at their own pace, in their own place and time without disrupting their social, professional and domestic commitments hence, allowing them to earn while learning.

Aim
The aim of this foundation course is to provide learners with a basic knowledge and understanding of economic theories and their underlying implications for the smooth running of a country’s economic system. It is in 2 parts. The first part pertains to the micro elements, i.e. behaviour of individuals, firms and role of the state and the second part focuses on the economy in the global world and discusses more in-depth issues related to macro economics and the development of a country.

Entry Requirements	SC/GCE O-level with 3 credits + 1 A-level (Applicants should be less than 25 years of age) Mature candidates will be considered on their own merit.
Intake 2025	February August
Scholarships	Scholarship for Open university of Mauritius Toppers after graduation
Duration	Minimum: 1 year | Maximum: 2 years