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Higher education in Venezuela is free for citizens as declared under the 1999 constitution and receives 35 percent of the education budget. In 2002, more than 70 percent of higher education students came from the wealthiest of the population. To address this problem, the government established the Bolivarian University System.

The government decided to funnel money into the university system rather than concentrating on improving primary and secondary education. In 2002, there were 860,000 students enrolled in higher education, making up 11 percent of the total student population. The number increased dramatically to 2 million in 2011.

Originally created by President Huga Chavez, UBV is part of Mission Sucre, a government scholarship program. In an effort to democratize access to higher education, politicized study programs to the public with minimal entrance requirements were established. The UBV has campuses in at least 335 municipalities throughout Venezuela.

The higher education institutions are divided into universities and technical schools. Universities award students with titles that translate literally into Engineer (Ingeniero) after completion of a five-year program. Some may award Diplomados with the time to obtain one varying.

Technical students are awarded the title of University Higher Technician (Técnico Superior Univeritario) or Licentiate (Licenciado) after completion of a three-year program.

Post graduate work is awarded with master's and doctorate's degrees as in the United States.

Among the world's most biodiverse nations, with habitats including mountains, forests, plains, scrubland, rainforest, river deltas and beaches

Full name is the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Currency is the bolivar (one bolivar = 100 centimos)
Major exports include oil, steel, chemicals and agricultural products
Petroleum industry accounts for more than half of the government's revenue
Made up of 23 states and a capital district, which includes capital city Caracas

Universities in Venezuela

Venezuela has nine universities featured within the QS Latin America University Rankings 2018 - far fewer than the nation’s higher education giants Brazil and Mexico, but still a very respectable selection. Venezuela’s highest-ranking institution is the Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV) which ranks 28^th in Latin America.

Over the past decade or so, the government has increased investment in higher education dramatically, and in line with this, university enrollment has risen sharply in recent years, with almost 300% more students enrolled in 2014compared to 2000.

Thirteen new universities have been opened during the past 15 years, including the Universidad Bolivariana de Venezuela, Universidad Indígena de Venezuela, National Experimental University of Sur del Lago, Sports University of the People of the South, and National University of Arts.

Living

Living in Venezuela

Life in Venezuela

While not among Latin America’s most-visited countries, Venezuela is not short on attractions, both natural and cultural. On the natural side, there’s the longest stretch of Caribbean coastline in any single country, varied and exotic inland terrain, and even the world’s highest uninterrupted waterfall, Salto Angel (Angel Falls). At the cultural end of the spectrum, capital Caracas has all bases covered – from ballet to bar-hopping, and salsa to street markets.

A recent study conducted for the UN pronounced Venezuelans the happiest nation in South America, and second happiest in the entire Latin American region (after Costa Rica). Venezuela was also the only nation classed as ‘developing’ with happiness levels in the top 20 worldwide, which some have seen as testimony to the country’s growing investment in social care and services – including a strong focus on higher education.

Caracas

As a student in Venezuela, you’re likely to be based in the nation’s capital and largest city, Caracas, which is where many of the top institutions have their main campuses. Universities based in Caracas include the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, Universidad Simón Bolívar, Universidad Central de Venezuela, Universia Venezuela and Universidad Metropolitana.

A busy hub for business and industry, Caracas is also a center for culture. Its Museo de Arte Contemporaneo is recognized as one of Latin America’s most important collections of modern art, while the city’s annual International Theatre Festival attracts renowned theatre companies from around the world. In fact, Caracas has pretty much every cultural base covered – and if you just fancy exploring some good bars and clubs or sampling different cuisines, that’s all on offer too. In addition, the climate here must be among the world’s most desirable; it’s said that in Caracas there is no winter – only spring and summer.

Unfortunately, studying in Caracas does have its down sides too – notably pollution, traffic congestion, and high rates of violent crime in some areas of the city. But then, it’s easy to escape the city and seek fresh air in the nearby countryside, which is dominated by the Mountain El Ávila. Hikers who reach the top are rewarded by stunning views, as well as a selection of restaurants at which to relax. (If you’re feeling less energetic, there’s also a cable car you can ride to the top.)

Beyond Caracas, notable student cities include Mérida, home to the Universidad de los Andes Mérida, and Valencia, where you’ll find the Universidad de Carabobo.

About

About Venezuela

Venezuela, officially called the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, is a country on the northern coast of South America. Venezuela is considered a state with extremely high biodiversity, with habitats ranging from the Andes mountains in the west to the Amazon Basin rainforest in the south, via extensive llanos plains and Caribbean coast in the center and the Orinoco River Delta in the east. Since the discovery of oil in the early 20th century, Venezuela has been one of the world's leading exporters of oil and has the one of the largest oil reserves.

Venezuela lies in the northernmost part of the continent of South America. Geographically shaped somewhat like the US state of Texas, it is one of Latin America's most urbanized countries. It has the longest coastline of the Caribbean sea. The exotic islands Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Trinidad and Tobago dot the Caribbean sea in proximity to the northern shore. In fact, the shoreline here could pass for one of the Caribbean vacation paradises.

Venezuela is the sixth largest South American country and is bordered by Columbia to the west and Guyana to the east. It is bordered by the Caribbean sea to the north, and the country of Brazil lies to the south. It is home to the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall. Angel Falls cascades over the edge of the Auyantepui mountain in the Canaimi National Park. It is one of the country's biggest tourist attractions. Venezuela also boasts South America's largest lake, the Maracaibo.

Venezuela is a land of great biodiversity for plant and animal life. This is because of the variety of habitats that exist in the country. The habitats range from the Andes in the west to the Amazon Basin rainforest in the south. Los Llamos, or the "plains" runs east of the Andes to form a tropical grassland. The main river is the Orinoco, the second longest on the continent. The Cordillera de la Costa mountain range crosses from east to west.

Safety in Venezuela

Students looking to study in Venezuela should be aware of the country’s proximity to some of the world’s largest drug trafficking rings, particularly to the west of the nation bordering Colombia. The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises travelers against visiting these bordering states (named Zulia, Tachira and Apure) due to safety risks caused by drug traffickers and armed gangs, including some risk of kidnapping. To get up-to-date information on this situation, make sure to check with your home country’s foreign office.

While these safety risks are mostly limited to certain areas, visitors to the country should take care and apply common sense wherever they are based. Some recent political demonstrations in the largest cities, such as Caracas and Merida, have turned violent and led to injury and death among protesters due to the use of firearms. While for those studying in Venezuela the threat is minimal, it is advised that students avoid large gatherings and remain alert to protesting situations. There may also be some disruption to transport services during these times.

Transport

While travelling in Venezuela, be sure to carry identification with you at all times in case of roadside military checks. Keeping a color photograph of your passport on your person may also be useful. While military checks are frequent, they are rarely cause for concern, but be aware that the nation does have its share of corruption within official systems.

The bus system in Venezuela is very cheap and travels between many hard-to-reach areas. Although bus terminals are often hectic, you will usually be able to find regular buses to any major city in the country. For travel within cities, taxis are a good option; although they are the most expensive travel option, they are nonetheless still relatively affordable from an international perspective, as well as quick and easy to use.

If you are studying in Caracas, the capital, you’ll also be able to use the metro system, which is modern, clean, cheap and currently being expanded. Although armed robbery is rare on public transport, you should stay alert for pickpocketing, which is common.

Venezuelan currency is the Bolivar fuerte (BSF), and one BSF is equivalent to around 16 US cents. This rate means that living in Venezuela can be very affordable for foreigners, but visitors should expect variations in living conditions.

Many universities in Venezuela will support international students throughout the process of moving to Venezuela, providing transport to and from the airport as well as information on student accommodation. In some cases, the school will help you to rent a room with a host family, making the move much smoother. You should contact the university directly for information about this.

Institutes

Student VISA

Student visa for Venezuela

It is highly likely you’ll need a student visa if you wish to study in Venezuela. To get this you’ll need to make an application to your local Venezuelan embassy or consulate after receiving acceptance to study at a recognized university. For general guidance on getting a student visa.

This visa is provided to non-migrant individuals who desire to pursue studies above the high-school level, be it college or universities, especialised formal education at this level of to fulfill internships or residencies in their fields of studies.

The required documents are:

1) Original Round Trip Air Ticket and one copy (Departure confirmed within 72 hours)
2) Notarized certificate of sufficient available funds by self or sponsor
3) Official and original letter of admission by Venezuelan educational institution
4) Notarized letter certifying that the applicant will not engage in profitable activities
5) Application form duly filled with recent two photographs (3x4)

6) Passport valid for more than 6 months

7) Fee US$60

The fee is to be paid to a designated bank according to the exchange rate established by the Embassy.

Work permit

Working in Venezuela

The work permit is provided under jurisdiction of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Justice and under agreement with the Ministry of Labor. Requirements to obtain the work permit are established by these two ministries. Exempted from this type of visa are artists, foreign press correspondents and athletes carrying out profitable activities. For such applicants, their representatives in Venezuela would only have to obtain an authorization from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Justice, which will determine the conditions under which the visas is provided and its period of validity.

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