Burundi

Structure of Higher Education System

Description

Public higher education is mainly provided by the University of Burundi and the National School of Administration. Several private higher education institutions exist, both non-profit and for-profit. Since 2011, the diplôme d’Etat is the only examination giving access to higher education.

Stages of studies

University level first stage

Premier cycle

The first stage of study leads to the Bachelier degree and lasts for three years.

University level second stage

Second cycle

A further two years’ study beyond the Bachelier degree leads to the Mastère (sometimes known as Maîtrise).

University level third stage

Troisième cycle

A Doctorat is conferred in three years following the Mastère.

Admission to Higher Education

Admission to university-level studies

Name of Secondary school credential required: Examen d’Etat

Foreign students admission

Admission requirements: Foreign students must have followed seven years’ general secondary education or...