Structure of Higher Education System
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Higher education in Moldova is provided by private and public universities, academies and institutes.
Stages of studies
University level first stage
Undergraduate studies
Two kinds of diploma are awarded: The Diploma de Licenţă (3 to 4 years) or Diploma de Studii superioare. Only the first one gives access to higher studies and research, the second one doesn’t require any research activity nor a defence of a thesis.
University level second stage
Master studies
Master degree studies aim at consolidating competencies previously acquired. The programme lasts 1 to 2 years after the Diplomă de Licenţă, and admission is determined at institutional level. Successful completion requires presentation and defence of a research thesis (Teza de Master).
University level third stage
Doctoral studies
This level of higher education in the Republic of Moldova comprises two stages: Doctor of Science and Doctor Habilitat. Admission to doctoral studies is...
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(2019). Moldova. In: International Handbook of Universities 2019. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1057/978-3-319-76971-4_124
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