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Application & Admissions Process

The application process to ALCHE Mauritius can be found below.:

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to join ALCHE before proceeding with your application.

Applicant age requirement
The applicant age requirement is in place to ensure that applicants are qualified and ready for a university education.
  • Minimum Age: 16 years old.
  • Applicants aged 16: Must undergo an interview to assess their readiness for university-level studies.
  • Applicants aged 17 who will turn 18 during their first year of study: No interview is required.
Please note: The applicant age requirement applies to the commencement of your studies, not the time of application.

We value diversity at ALCHE. This section helps us understand and support your needs better:

  • Indicate any disabilities and required accommodations.
  • Provide details about humanitarian status, if applicable.

Provide contact details for up to two parents/guardians, including consent for ALCHE to share application and program information.

  • Indicate your preferred degree programs and language of instruction at secondary school.
  • Provide details on secondary and tertiary education (if applicable), including standardized test scores.
  • Submit your national exam transcripts, secondary school transcripts, English proficiency proof, and identification documents.
  • International students: Ensure you have a valid passport and review student permit requirements.

Upload any additional transcripts, diplomas, achievements, and letters of recommendation (optional).

Applications to ALCHE will be reviewed on a rolling basis and admission is based on the intakes preferred and available at the time of submission. You can expect to receive an admission decision to ALCHE within two to four weeks of submitting your application.

Eligibility Requirements

General Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the ALCHE program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

Option 1:

  • Pass in three subjects at A-level and
  • Pass in one subject at Advanced Subsidiary/Subsidiary level at Higher School Certificate Examination or equivalent.

Option 2:

  • Pass in two subjects at A-level and
  • Pass in two subjects at Advanced Subsidiary/Subsidiary level at Higher School Certificate Examination or equivalent.

Option 3:

  • Pass in three subjects at A-level at the London General Certificate Examination (GCE) or equivalent.

Certificate

Country

Minimum Requirements

Programme Specific Requirements (BSE & BCS)

Cambridge Higher School Certificate

International

a minimum of 21 points at HSC/GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Total IB Points:

A minimum of 28 points overall is required for all undergraduate programs.

Higher Level (HL) Requirements:

A minimum of 15 points across three Higher Level subjects.

Standard Level (SL) and Core Component Requirements:

SL subjects and the core components (Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge) must contribute to the total score, with no fixed minimums beyond the overall 28-point requirement.

Meet minimum requirements

At least one STEM subject at HL must be graded 4 or higher.

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A-level Cambridge)

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma

Triple Grade Merit (Merit, Merit, Merit)

 

East African Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE)

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

Exam D’etat

Burundi

At least 60% average

Meet minimum requirements

70% or above in Math, computing, natural sciences

Baccalauréat de l’Enseignement Secondaire

Cameroon

Overall: At least 12/20

If the applicant wishes to undertake CS or BSE, then the stream must be one of the following:

C – Mathematics and physical science (Mathématiques et sciences physiques)

D – Mathematics and life and earth science (Mathématiques et sciences de la vie et de la terre)

E – Mathematics and technology (Mathématiques et technologie)

TI – Information technology (Technologies de l’information)

General Certificate of Education Advanced Level

Cameroon

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

University Entrance Examination Certificate

Ethiopia

Option 1:

7 subjects are required

No subject below 60%

A total score not less than 560

OR

Option 2:

a result of 50% or higher for at least 6 subjects; and

a total score (total) of at least 335.

AND successfully completed the first year of a bachelor’s degree in a subject relevant to the ALCHE program being applied for, from a HERQA-approved university (GPA 3/Letter grade B on all terms).

Meet minimum requirements

At least 80% in Mathematics and all Natural Sciences subjects undertaken ( Chemistry, and Physics)

Cambridge Higher School Certificate

Mauritius

a minimum of 21 points at HSC/GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects (2 Subsidiary subjects may be considered for a total of 4 subjects) taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

Advanced Level points: A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Advanced Subsidiary points: A* =5, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2 and E=1

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education

Rwanda

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

National Advanced Certificate of Technical Secondary Education A2

Rwanda

BEL – C grade or above in all principal subjects and English (S)

IBT – a Business-related (principal) subject at grade B or above, at least a C grade in all other principal subjects, and English (S)

BCS /BSE – An option/trade relevant to Computing, at least a C grade in all principal subjects and at least a B in Mathematics (principal) and English (S)

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

South Africa

three subjects at level 6 or above AND two subjects at level 5 or above

Meet minimum requirements

One STEM subject at level 6 or 5

Senior Certificate (only matured learners above the age of 25)

South Africa

three subjects at level 6 or above AND two subjects at level 5 or above

Meet minimum requirements

One STEM subject at level 6 or 5

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) / National Form VI exam

Tanzania

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE)

Uganda

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level

Zimbabwe

a minimum of 21 points at GCE ‘A’ Level. The points are calculated based on grades obtained in 3 Advanced Level subjects taken in a single sitting, using the following scale:

A* =10, A=9, B=8, C=7, D=6 and E=5

Meet minimum requirements

Mathematics/One STEM subject at Grade C or above

West African Senior School Certificate

Ghana, Nigeria, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia

5 subjects at grade A1,B2, B3 (B or above) including Mathematics

English at grade C6 or above. If B3 or above it may be included in the five subjects above.

Meet minimum requirements

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Kenya

8 subjects taken

7 subjects passed with B grade or above

Meet minimum requirements

B grade in a Mathematics/ STEM subject

Diplome D’Etat d’Etudes Secondaire du Cycle Long

DRC

At least 60% average

Meet minimum requirements

70% or above in Math, computing, natural sciences

Ethiopian Secondary School Leaving Examination (ESSLE)

Ethiopia

Option 1:

7 subjects are required

No subject below 60%

A total score not less than 560

OR

Option 2:

a result of 50% or higher for at least 6 subjects; and

a total score (total) of at least 335.

AND successfully completed the first year of a bachelor’s degree in a subject relevant to the ALCHE program being applied for, from a HERQA-approved university (GPA 3/Letter grade B on all terms).

Meet minimum requirements

At least 80% in Mathematics and all Natural Sciences subjects undertaken ( Chemistry, and Physics)

Professional Certificate of Secondary Education (Level A2)

Rwanda

BEL – C grade or above in all principal subjects and English (S)

IBT – a Business-related (principal) subject at grade B or above, at least a C grade in all other principal subjects, and English (S)

BCS /BSE – An option/trade relevant to Computing, at least a C grade in all principal subjects and at least a B in Mathematics (principal) and English (S)

Technical Certificate of Secondary Education (Level A2)

Rwanda

BEL – C grade or above in all principal subjects and English (S)

IBT – a Business-related (principal) subject at grade B or above, at least a C grade in all other principal subjects, and English (S)

BCS /BSE – An option/trade relevant to Computing, at least a C grade in all principal subjects and at least a B in Mathematics (principal) and English (S)

TVET Level 5 Certificate

Rwanda

BEL – C grade or above in all principal subjects and English (S)

IBT – a Business-related (principal) subject at grade B or above, at least a C grade in all other principal subjects, and English (S)

BCS /BSE – An option/trade relevant to Computing, at least a C grade in all principal subjects and at least a B in Mathematics (principal) and English (S)

International Students Requirements

International Students

Applying as an International Student

Step 1

Submit an application for ALCHE admission and ensure to select the Mauritius Campus as your preferred campus.

Step 2

Wait to receive an admission decision. It will take 2-4 weeks following application submission.

Step 3

After receiving a conditional/unconditional admission to ALCHE, submit scanned entry permit application documents (see the checklist below) on the Admissions Portal for review by the ALCHE immigration team.

Step 4

Once documents have been approved by the ALCHE immigration team, please send hard-copy documents by courier to the specified mailing address below.
Note: The documents to submit by courier must be the hard-copy AND original versions (as indicated below). These entry permit application documents will be reviewed and approved by the ALCHE Immigration Team via the ALU Admissions Portal.

Step 5

ALCHE puts together your entry permit application pack with all hard copies you sent by courier and submits it to the on your behalf.

Mauritius Passport and Immigration Office (PIO

Step 6

PIO informs ALCHE of your entry permit application decision, and ALCHE uploads the entry permit on the Admissions Portal for you to view and access.

Step 7

Travel to Mauritius as per Enrollment timelines (within entry permit validity as this permit expires after 3 months of issuance)

Step 8

Undergo a second medical test in Mauritius once matriculated and submit the report to ALCHE

Checklist: Documents Required for Your Entry Permit Application

 

DocumentType                                                                                   Specific Details
Passport ScanClear copy
  • Passport must be valid for the duration of your studies (at least 4 years).
  • Must have more than 2 blank pages.
Entry Permit Application FormOriginal
  • Duration of stay should be indicated in years 
  • The intended place of residence should read: African Leadership College of Higher Education, Powder Mill Road, Pamplemousses
ALCHE Admission LetterOriginal
  • Letter will be provided in the Admissions portal for admitted students.
  • Fill and sign the Acceptance Letter to confirm that you plan to attend ALCHE.
2 Passport size photographsOriginal
  • Photographs should have a white background.
  • Photographs must be printed on photo-quality paper
Medical Report Original
  • Doctor’s report with detailed lab results for HIV, Hepatitis B surface antigen (SA), and a radiologist report for your chest X-ray.
Sponsor Letter Original
  • Letter will be provided on the Admissions Portal for admitted students.
Sponsor passport biodata page or National ID (Parent/Guardian)Clear copy
  • Valid passport/ID (should not have expired).
Organizational Sponsorship /Financial Aid LetterOriginal
  • The letter should be signed and indicate:
  • Your full name
  • Programme name and Programme end date
  • Amount sponsored
  • Conditions of sponsorship
Financial documents Original
  • Sponsor’s most recent 6 months’ original bank statements
  • Should reflect an amount of at least $3500 USD
  • Should clearly show:
    • Bank’s seal, timestamp, and verification
    • Name of the bank
    • Full name of the account holder
    • Currency of the bank statement
    • Opening and closing balances for the last 6 months
English Proficiency Test Results Accepted EPT by PIOClear Copy
  • Should not be older than 2 years.
Police Certificate of Character (not required if under 18 years)Original
  • From the country, you have lived in for the past 6 months. 
  • Should be in English or French, and if translated, it should be notarized by a certified government body. 
  • Must be valid for at least 1 month after your arrival in Mauritius.
Additional Documents (If Under 18 Years)
A copy of your parent/guardian’s passport biodata page or National IDClear Copy
  • Must be a certified true copy.
Parent/guardian consent formOriginal
  • Available to download in the Admissions Portal for admitted students.
  • Must be signed by your parent/guardian.
A certified true copy of your birth certificateClear copy
  • Must be a certified true copy.

Note: All documents must be filled and/or hand-signed in blue ink. Electronic signatures will not be accepted.

Disclaimer: Ensure all documents are complete and authentic.  The PIO may deny or cancel permits for fraudulent submissions.

Refund Policy

The following events would qualify for a refund:

ALCHE finance team only does a reconciliation of accounts after graduation, when all outstanding balances are refunded to the alumnus. All extra payments during the student enrollment  shall be allocated to the proceeding term’s invoices.

Withdrawal from the programme, either voluntary or involuntary;

If ALCHE retracts its offer or is unable to offer the program, the student is entitled to a full refund.

Student withdrawal from the programme

If a student withdraws from a programme prior to the start of the academic year, 100% of tuition and related fees paid will be refunded except for insurance and medical check-up costs as these are remitted to third parties. An administrative charge of $300 will be applied.