Country guides
How students choose courses in different countries: qualifications, admission routes, entry requirements and practical tips for picking a course in your system.
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Africa
Studying in Kenya
Kenyan students choose courses mainly after KCSE results, through a placement service as well as direct applications to universities and TVET colleges.
Africa
Studying in Nigeria
Nigerian applicants combine WAEC/NECO results with a national entrance examination, and course choice is made early in the application.
Africa
Studying in South Africa
South African admission is based on the National Senior Certificate with an admission point score, alongside a strong TVET college sector.
Europe
Studying in United Kingdom
UK applicants apply to a small number of specific courses through a central service, with offers usually conditional on final A-level or equivalent grades.
Asia
Studying in India
Indian admissions are heavily examination-driven, with separate national and state entrance tests for engineering, medicine and other fields.
North America
Studying in United States
US students usually apply to an institution rather than a course, and can declare a major after one or two years of general study.
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