Structure of Education in Albania

Albania education system comprises of school level education and higher/tertiary level education. Here given in brief Education Structure in Albania.

School education in Albania starts with preschool that is optional and for children up to the age of 6 years. Basic education in Albania is compulsory and last for 9 years. Upon successful completion of basic education, students continue to secondary education. Secondary education in Albania is optional, but prepares students for higher education. At the end of secondary education, students must sit for State Matura exam. Students who pass this exam are eligible for higher/tertiary education. A maturity certificate (Deftese Pjekurie) is awarded to the students who complete secondary education

Higher education in Albania is offered by universities, academies, and higher institutes or non-public higher schools. The higher education institutions in Albania offer both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Secondary education in Albania is not compulsory. This educational level follows a compulsory 9-year basic education and ends with a final exam- State Matura (Matura Shteterore)