This intensive one-year degree programme, which began in 2010, is designed to equip social security managers and financial specialists to meet the challenges of financing national social protection programmes. A maximum of 40 students will be accepted for the Masters Programme. Priority for admission will be given to serving officials from African social security institutions and ministries (managers, actuaries, financial and policy analysts), and from organizations representing African workers and employers. Applicants from other parts of the world and with other professional and institutional backgrounds will be considered if space permits. The Masters Programme will be offered in English. The tuition fee is USD 8,000 and, for the session beginning in August 2011, the application deadline is 30 April 2011. Visit the University of Mauritius Website for additional information.