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Bachelor of Arts in Dhivehi Language

Level: Bachelors Degree(MNQF Level 7)
Duration: 3 years(6 Semesters)
Modes: Available Modes (Full-Time)
Course Fee: Course FeeMVR 40,050 (Applicable for Free First Degree Scheme)

current Intake: February Intake 2026
Campus: Male' (Full-Time (Evening))

Overview

The Degree Course in Dhivehi Language is a pioneering program developed and conducted by the Maldives National University. As the inaugural degree course offered by the university, this program holds significant importance in promoting the study and mastery of the Dhivehi language and its associated cultural heritage. Rooted in the principles of higher education, the primary objective of this course is to nurture individuals known as Dhruvanhis, who possess profound and comprehensive thinking abilities. These individuals are capable of considering all stakeholders in decision-making processes and are open to revising their perspectives based on new information and insights.

Entry Requirements

General Entry

i) Two passes at GCE AL/HSC or equivalent and certified proficiency in Dhivehi Language (SSC Dhivehi Language or satisfactory performance in a written test of Dhivehi Language or equivalent); OR
ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field; OR
iii) Completion of MNU Certificate 4 - Foundation Studies program (any) or equivalent; OR

Alternative Entry

i) Completion of a level 4 qualification (unrelated) and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program; OR
ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program

General Notes

Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.

Structure

Semester 1

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	LIN105 Language and Communication I (CORE)	Language and Communication I	Nil	15 Language and Communication I (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI117 Muaamalaath Kurumuge Hunaru (CORE)	Muaamalaath Kurumuge Hunaru	Nil	15 Muaamalaath Kurumuge Hunaru (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	GEN101 Advanced Study Skills (CORE)	Advanced Study Skills	Nil	15 Advanced Study Skills (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	CPT101 Computer Applications (CORE)	Computer Applications	Nil	15 Computer Applications (CORE) (15) (15)	1,725 1,725
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	5,775 5,775

Semester 2

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	LIN107 Lanugage and Communication II (CORE)	Lanugage and Communication II	LIN105	15 Lanugage and Communication II (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	MGT115 Management and Organistion (CORE)	Management and Organistion	Nil	15 Management and Organistion (CORE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
CORE	HIS101 Ancient History of Maldives (CORE)	Ancient History of Maldives	Nil	15 Ancient History of Maldives (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI119 Text and Context (CORE)	Text and Context	Nil	15 Text and Context (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	6,150 6,150
Exit with Diploma in Dhivehi Language after successful completions				Exit with Diploma in Dhivehi Language after successful completion	120	11,925 11,925

Semester 3

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	DHI201 Dhivehi Grammar (CORE)	Dhivehi Grammar	Nil	15 Dhivehi Grammar (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	LIN201 Phonetics and Phonology (CORE)	Phonetics and Phonology	LIN105 / LIN107	15 Phonetics and Phonology (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	PSY201 Critical Thinking (CORE)	Critical Thinking	Nil	15 Critical Thinking (CORE) (15) (15)	2,100 2,100
CORE	DHI203 Literature I: Poetry (CORE)	Literature I: Poetry	Nil	15 Literature I: Poetry (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	6,150 6,150

Semester 4

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	LIN221 Morphology (CORE)	Morphology	LIN105 / LIN107	15 Morphology (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI301 Literature II: Novels (CORE)	Literature II: Novels	Nil	15 Literature II: Novels (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	HIS201 Medieval History (CORE)	Medieval History	Nil	15 Medieval History (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	ENG123 English for Second Language Learners (CORE)	English for Second Language Learners	Nil	15 English for Second Language Learners (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	5,400 5,400

Semester 5

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	LIN203 Syntax and Semantics (CORE)	Syntax and Semantics	LIN105 / LIN107	15 Syntax and Semantics (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI303 Research Methods (CORE)	Research Methods	Nil	15 Research Methods (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI305 Literature III: Drama (CORE)	Literature III: Drama	Nil	15 Literature III: Drama (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI313 Advanced Writing and Rhetorics (CORE)	Advanced Writing and Rhetorics	Nil	15 Advanced Writing and Rhetorics (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	5,400 5,400

Semester 6

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	LIN301 Discourse and Pragmatics (CORE)	Discourse and Pragmatics	LIN105 / LIN107	15 Discourse and Pragmatics (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	HIS301 Modern History of Maldives (CORE)	Modern History of Maldives	Nil	15 Modern History of Maldives (CORE) (15) (15)	1,350 1,350
CORE	DHI307 Directed Research Project (CORE)	Directed Research Project	Nil	30 Directed Research Project (CORE) (30) (30)	2,700 2,700
Semester Total				Semester Total	60	5,400 5,400

Course Total

360 CP

Total: 40,050

40,050

Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.

While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.

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