Universities in Cameroon

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

The Republic of Cameroon is divided into 10 regions (French: régions). The Centre and Northwest regions host the majority of higher education institutions in the country. The following uniRank sub-rankings and league tables consider all regions that include at least one Cameroonian higher education institution meeting the uniRank selection criteria.

Adamawa Region (1)  
Centre Region (6)  
Far North Region (1)  
Littoral Region (1)  
Northwest Region (4)  
Southwest Region (1)  
West Region (2)  

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The Higher Education System in Cameroon

The higher education system in Cameroon is supervised by the Ministry of Higher Education and offers a mix of public and private institutions. The government plays a central role in policy-making, with public universities largely funded by the state.

Types of higher education institutions in Cameroon

In Cameroon, higher education is provided by three main types of institutions:

1. Universities: these offer a broad range of academic disciplines and award Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees.
2. Institutes: these are specialized institutions offering professional and vocational training in specific fields.
3. Higher Schools: these institutions focus on specific areas such as education and technical studies, awarding specialized diplomas.

Access to higher education in Cameroon

Students access higher education after completing their secondary education, typically through the Baccalauréat or General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A-Level). Admission often involves passing an entrance examination.

Languages of instruction in Cameroon

University programs are taught in either French or English, depending on the institution and region.

Stages of higher education in Cameroon

1. First stage: the Bachelor's degree, awarded after three years of study.
2. Second stage: the Master's degree, awarded after two additional years of study.
3. Third stage: the Doctoral degree (PhD), awarded after three years of study following the Master's degree.

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