Universities in Burkina Faso

Explore the uniRank League Table and University Ranking of 16 Universities in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is divided into 45 provinces (French: provinces), which are further subdivided into 351 departments (French: départements) or communes. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables consider all provinces that include at least one Burkinabé higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Boulkiemde (1)  
Houet (5)  
Kadiogo (8)  
Mouhoun (1)  

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Here's a neutral overview of the higher education system in Burkina Faso: The Higher Education System in Burkina Faso The higher education system in Burkina Faso is governed by the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation (Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche scientifique et de l’Innovation). The system operates under both public and private institutions. Types of higher education institutions in Burkina Faso In Burkina Faso, there are several types of higher education institutions:

1. Universities: these offer a wide range of academic programs and degrees.
2. Polytechnic Universities: specialized institutions focused on technical and vocational education.
3. Institutes: offer specialized higher education in various fields.

Access to higher education in Burkina Faso To access higher education in Burkina Faso, students must complete secondary education and obtain the Baccalauréat or its equivalent. Additional entrance examinations may be required for certain institutions. Languages of Instruction in Burkina Faso The primary language of instruction in Burkina Faso's higher education institutions is French. Stages of higher education in Burkina Faso

1. First stage: the first stage leads to the Diplôme d'Etudes universitaires générales (DEUG) after two years of study. Specialized programs, such as health sciences, have different durations and structures.
2. Second stage: the second stage leads to the Maîtrise or similar qualifications after one to two years of study, depending on the field.
3. Third stage: the third stage culminates in the Doctorat after several years of study and research.

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• Oldest Universities in Burkina Faso
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• A-Z Universities in Burkina Faso
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• Top Public Universities in Burkina Faso
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• Top Private Universities in Burkina Faso
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• Top Non-Profit Universities in Burkina Faso
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