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Education

This guide provides detailed information about obtaining an education in Armenia.

  • The educational path begins with kindergarten, where children must be registered in advance. In Armenia, there are both free public kindergartens and private ones.
  • Schools can also be either public (free) or private. Here too, children must be registered ahead of time.
  • Students can attend school for 12 years, or after completing the 8th grade, continue their education at Preliminary and Secondary Vocational institutions (colleges or vocational schools).
  • Higher education is obtained at universities or institutes and may be either tuition-based or free, depending on the applicant’s entrance exam results.

The educational path in Armenia is continuous, allowing individuals to participate in professional development and educational programs throughout their lives.

Kindergarten

Kindergarten is a preschool educational institution designed for children aged 2 to 5. It is the first educational environment in children's lives, where they learn to interact with peers, acquire their first life skills, and prepare for school. In kindergarten, children develop their creative, intellectual, and physical abilities under the guidance of experienced educators.

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School

In Armenia, secondary education is designed for students aged 6 to 18 and  is implemented through a three-level system: elementary, middle, and high school. At school, students acquire fundamental knowledge as well as skills necessary for continuing their education or beginning a professional career. There are both public and private general education schools operating in the country.

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Preliminary and Secondary Vocational Education

Preliminary and secondary vocational education is one of the components of the RA education system. This educational system includes preliminary vocational and secondary vocational institutions (colleges, vocational schools) that provide professional education to individuals with basic or secondary education. Applications for admission are submitted online.

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Higher Education

Higher education is a crucial step on the path to professional development and career building. In the Republic of Armenia, higher education is offered through bachelor's, master's, and doctoral (postgraduate/aspirantura) programs. The guide presents the main conditions and features for university admission, studying, and receiving scholarships.

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Continuous Education

Continuous education is a form of learning that enables individuals to develop their knowledge, skills, and competencies throughout their entire life. The guide presents what opportunities continuous education provides and what government support programs exist in this field of education.

The guide was compiled by the Information Systems Agency of Armenia.
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