Degrees/Diplomas

The types of degree programs offered in Venezuela can be classified as follows:
Sciences "classics"
Engineering studies, architecture and technology
Science of agronomy and the sea
Health sciences
Education Studies
Social Sciences
Humanities, Languages, Arts
Military sciences and arts.
Venezuelan universities offer a number of titles: técnico medio, técnico superior, licenciatura, especialización, maestría, and doctorado.

The duration of "pregrado" degrees at university can vary between each institution, but generally are between four and five years. Upon completion the students then go on to complete a "posgrado" which has a duration that depends on the subject and level.

For more detail, look at this website: www.fgma.gov.ve (Fundayacucho)