Seychelles Polytechnic
Seychelles Polytechnic is a government-owned tertiary institution located in Anse Royale, Mahé. The institution currently offer three programme areas in Business & Secretarial Studies, Visual Arts and the Manchester Twinning Programme, a first-year degree programme obtained in partnership with the University of Manchester.[1]
| Motto | Gateway to Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Established | January 24, 1983 |
| Location | , , |
| Website | www |
History
The institution was inaugurated on 24 January 1983 by France-Albert René as a post-secondary education and training with courses initially totalling eleven.[2] In 2005, Seychelles Institute of Technology was formed from the old Technical Programme Area and the School of Advanced Level Studies replaced the Academic Programme Area.
Notable alumni
- Jean-Paul Adam (1977), former Minister for Foreign Affairs
- Rolph Payet (1968), first President & Vice-Chancellor of the University of Seychelles.
- Justin Valentin (1971), Minister of Education.[3]
References
- "Seychelles Polytechnic: Celebrating two decades of achievement". Seychelles Nation. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
- "Seychelles Polytechnic's 20th anniversary Government pledges total support to ensure Polytechnic's success Nine long-serving staff rewarded, new logo, motto launched". Seychelles Nation. Retrieved 11 August 2016.
- "Profile". University of Seychelles.
External links
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