Djibouti is a country in East Africa whose people speak Arabic and French. Shared borders with Ethiopia, Somalia and Eritrea create some tension in the region. There are volcanoes on the territory of the country, many beaches in the Gulf of Aden, the world-famous Abbe salt lake and the Danakil desert. The capital of the state is the city of the same name Djibouti.

Higher education system in Djibouti

The higher education system of Djibouti hosts 1 university (University of Djibouti) and 33 study programs. As a result of studies, you can get a Bachelor's, Master's and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Studying takes place in Arabic and French.

The list of documents required for admission to the University of Djibouti may differ for citizens of different countries. Application for membership is submitted online. You must attach a scan of your passport to it.

University of Djibouti

The only higher education institution in Djibouti was founded in 2006. It is located in the capital and has a developed infrastructure. This allows students not only to study, but also to comfortably spend their free time, play sports, and study the local culture. A library is available for students.

The university includes the following faculties:

• jurisprudence, economics and management;
• natural science disciplines;
• humanities, foreign languages ​​and social sciences;
• medicine and health sciences;
• engineering sciences.

There are also two more specialized institutes (Technical Institute of the Tertiary Sector of the Economy, Technical Industrial Institute) and its own Research Centre based on the university.

The academic year is divided into 2 semesters. The Bachelor's degree can be obtained after 4 years of study. Master - an additional 1-2 years after studying for a bachelor's degree.

The University of Djibouti has organized online education and the possibility of obtaining a bachelor's degree in this format. The cost of online education is much lower than full-time. Such training takes place in the evening and on weekends, which allows students to work and study at the same time.

Entry to Djibouti for study

In order to study in Djibouti, you need to apply for a visa. A visa is issued by contacting the Consulate of Djibouti, directly at the border at the time of entry or via the Internet - an electronic visa.

Documents for visa application:

• international passport (copy of the main page);
• copy of passport photo;
• plane tickets to Djibouti;
• confirmation of admission to study at the University of Djibouti
• financial information about a bank card.

For a long stay in Djibouti for the purpose of higher education, it is necessary to issue a long-term visa or apply for a residence permit.

Thus, the higher education system in Djibouti is represented by one university in the capital of the state. But the conditions of study are quite comfortable and the cost is much lower than in similar universities in Europe.

The most popular study in Djibouti is for students from neighbouring countries. But it should be borne in mind that the learning process takes place in Arabic and French, without knowledge of which it is impossible to graduate from the university.