| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks | • Regulation on Presidential Scholarships reviewed and first-degree scholarships in an university of the student's choice and field initiated for A/L top achievers |
| Benefits |
• Opportunity for students to pursure professional development in a field of their choice.
• Opportunity for Maldivian students to study at the world's top universities |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks |
• Free education scheme for degree students was lauched on 14th February 2019. Under this scheme, first degree courses are free in all Government universities in the Maldives
• Through this scheme it is estimated that about 10000 students will pursue their first degree in Maldives this year • The government also covers a portion of university fees for those students studying their first degrees in private colleges |
| Benefits |
• Those below the age of 50 able to undertake their first degree for free.
• Equal opportunities given to all students who wish to pursue higher education while facilitating means for students to undertake higher studies. • Increase in youth gaining higher education while paving the way for developing an educated, skilled popoulation, and increasing the country's knowledge base. |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks |
• Higher education and training loan scheme 2019 were finalized and published under which the interest rate was lowered to 3% and the payback period was extended by 25%
• Under this loan scheme eligibility was granted to SAARC countries along with Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines and China • Under the new loan scheme opportunity to apply was reopened to 318 people that were previously nominated for the 2018 loan scheme • Another 242 slots were opened on 21st March 2019 • In contrast to the previously published scheme the new scheme includes opportunities from diploma to PHD |
| Benefits |
• Under this scheme those receiving the highest amounts under the loan scheme will find that their repayment amount has been lowered to MVR 4000 monthly and with the extension of the repayment period the financial strain on the students will be minimized.
• Higher education opportunities extended to more students, helping to develop more educated youth. • Increase in youth attaining higher education while paving the way for developing an educated and capable society that assists in maximizing productivity. |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks |
• High-achievers scholarship scheme has been revised and changed in to a scheme eligible for international programs/universities which includes OECD countries.
• Scholarship opportunities in OECD countries made available for students scoring 5A’s in areas included in skills shortage list • The scholarship previously granted eligibility to Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines along with SAARC Countries. |
| Benefits |
• Opportunities for Maldivian students to attain education in better standard universities
• Helps build educated generation by motivating the students to obtain higher education and to achieve high pass |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks |
• The draft education bill that was submitted to Parliament was sent for committee discussions and includes clauses to strengthen Maldives Qualification Authority.
• As the article to strengthen MQA was submitted as an amendment to the draft education bill, it will be difficult to get this through within the 100 day pledge period. • The current administration has drafted separate legislation to grant MQA legislative powers. |
| Benefits |
• Once legally authorised, MQA will gain better recognition internationally and within the community.
• Ensures further work on improving quality of higher education. |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Higher Education |
| Tasks |
• Agreement period for the Milano-Bicocca University’s outpost on the island of Magoodhoo in Faafu atoll was extended up to 31st December 2030
• The renewed agreement between the Government of the Maldives and Bicocca university was signed on 19th December 2018 |
| Benefits |
• An international research centre established and opportunities opened for Maldivians to participate in high quality research work.
• Opportunities for students to conduct scientific and academic research in marine research |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Education |
| Tasks |
• A plan has been formulated to change the school system to single-session schools
• Compiled an estimated budget and resources needed to change schools to single session schools |
| Benefits |
• Improves students’ educational competencies through holistic education
• The expenses in fetching students from schools by parents are reduced and students are able to spend more time with their family • Lessens strains on teachers and other staffs and eases management of schools. |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Education |
| Tasks |
• Regulation to stop bullying in school systems has been formulated and released after discussions with stakeholders
• A framework to monitor bullying has been established |
| Benefits |
• Empowers students on the effects of bullying while helping them to identify the actions that can be taken before they are victimized
• Helps build a peaceful environment for students through a reduced fear of bullying among students • Minimizes the negative effects of bullying and helps improve student's learning |
| Policy Document Link | www.moe.gov.mv/assets/upload/Anti_bullying_policy1.pdf |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Education |
| Tasks |
• Information gathered from all schools to determine resources needed to strengthen special needs education
• Idenitifcation of resources needed based on the information gathered. |
| Benefits |
• Improvement in education for children with special needs.
• Parents' expenses directed towards tuition classes reduced. • Equal standard of education for students in all schools in the Maldives |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Education |
| Tasks |
• Breakfast menu created with the help of UNICEF
• School breakfast pilot program offered in 25 schools for morning sessions at the start of 2019 academic year • The program will be extended to all schools during second term |
| Benefits |
• A good breakfast results in improved student attention rates
• Empowering students to choose healthy foods Fostering healthy children within school systems |
| Policy Document Link | www.moe.gov.mv/assets/upload/Food_Guide_2019.pdf |
| Status | Completed |
| Allocated Agency | Ministry Of Education |
| Tasks |
• Consultations held with parents, teachers and students in Addu City, Male', and Kulhudhufushi.
• A 2 day symposium held. • Discussions held on challenges in the implementation of the curriculum. |
| Benefits |
• Objectives of curriculum realised through successful implementation of the curriculum
• Provision of holistic education for students • Development of disciplined, skilled, knowledgeable students. |