First published in 1959 by the International Association of Universities (IAU), the International Handbook of Universities provides detailed information on Education Systems and higher education institutions that offer at least a four-year degree or a four-year professional diploma. This 10-volume set includes information on:

For Education Systems:

• Description of the higher education system of each country
• Stages of studies as well as information on distance education
• Admission criteria, including information for foreign students
• Quality assurance and recognition systems
• Contact details for national bodies

About the author

Founded in 1950 under the auspices of UNESCO, the International Association of Universities (IAU) is the leading global association of higher education institutions (HEIs) and organisations from around the world. IAU brings together over 650 Members from more than 120 countries. It provides a global forum for debate, cooperation and action for the worldwide higher education community by organizing global networking events, providing advisory training and capacity-building programmes, conducting research and engaging in advocacy activities. It acts as the global voice for higher education to UNESCO and other intergovernmental organisations including OECD, the World Bank, the Council of Europe and other international higher education organizations.