Universities in Azerbaijan

Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 40 Universities in Azerbaijan

The Republic of Azerbaijan is divided into 59 districts (Azerbaijani: rayonlar), 11 cities (Azerbaijani: şəhərlər), and one autonomous republic (Azerbaijani: muxtar respublika). The districts are further subdivided into municipalities (Azerbaijani: bələdiyyə). The majority of higher education institutions that meet the uniRank selection criteria are located in the Absheron district, situated in the eastern part of the country. Absheron hosts Azerbaijan's capital, Baku, and is the most populated district in Azerbaijan. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables consider all administrative divisions with at least one Azerbaijani higher education institution that fulfill the uniRank selection criteria.

Absheron (31)  
Baku (1)  
Ganjabasar (3)  
Lankaran (1)  
Mingachevir (1)  
Nakhchivan (2)  
Sumqayit (1)  

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The Higher Education System in Austria

The Austrian higher education system is under the responsibility of the federal government and regulated by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Research (Bundesministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Forschung) in coordination with local authorities.

Types of higher education institutions in Austria

There are three main types of higher education institutions in Austria:

1. Universities: universitäten are academic institutions that offer scientific education and research at all levels, including undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
2. Universities of Applied Sciences: fachhochschulen focus on professional education and offer bachelor's and master's programs in specific fields, but not doctoral degrees.
3. University Colleges of Teacher Education: pädagogische Hochschulen are specialized institutions that train teachers in cooperation with universities.

Access to higher education in Austria

Access to higher education in Austria is granted after completion of secondary education. Students must pass the final examination, known as the Reifeprüfung, which qualifies them for university entry. Vocational pathways may also lead to higher education in some cases.

Languages of instruction in Austria

The primary language of instruction in Austrian higher education is German, although some programs, particularly at the postgraduate level, may be offered in English.

Stages of higher education in Austria

1. First stage: the Bachelor's degree typically lasts 3 to 4 years, depending on the field of study.
2. Second stage: the Master's degree usually takes 1 to 2 years and follows the completion of a Bachelor's degree.
3. Third stage: doctoral programs typically last 3 to 4 years and lead to a Ph.D. degree.

Since 2005, UniRank provides original research, valuable information and resources to help you explore and make informed decisions about Azerbaijani universities and their online presence.

• Oldest Universities in Azerbaijan
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• A-Z Universities in Azerbaijan
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• Azerbaijani Universities by Town
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• Top Public Universities in Azerbaijan
  Discover Azerbaijani public higher education institutions with potentially lower tuition fees.
• Top Private Universities in Azerbaijan
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• Top Non-Profit Universities in Azerbaijan
  Explore Azerbaijani not-for-profit higher education institutions that may offer lower tuition fees.
• Top For-Profit Universities in Azerbaijan
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• Top Azerbaijani Universities on Facebook
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• Top Azerbaijani Universities on Twitter
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• Top Azerbaijani Universities on Instagram
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• Top Azerbaijani Universities on YouTube
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