Study In Georgia

High-quality studies with globally recognised degrees – surrounded by a unique culture that cherish education

Is Georgia in Europe or Asia?

Georgia is a country bordered by Russia and most European countries however it is often confused with Georgia the US state. There is another interesting confusion regarding Georgia the country, which is the famous question "is Georgia in Europe or Asia?". If you ever heard of Eurasia, this has been considered the non-official continent most people consider Georgia a part of. This is seen as a result of the unique geographic position the country is placed, in between Europe, Asia, Russia and the black sea. The capital of Georgia (country) is Tbilisi.

Accessible means of Transport

The transportation infrastructure in Georgia offers affordable and time conscious options to travel both within and between states. These includes;
Buses: both the mini buses which are locally called marshrutka (which is an option for local and inter state travels) and the big buses. Buses are assigned numbers based on the travel routes. Knowing the number can be the difference between getting lost and making it on time for a class. Google map always come in handy and is recommended as it offers correct bus options and time estimates.
The metro: Available in the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi. The tracks cut across most major districts of Tbilisi.
Trains; This is available for interstate travel.
Airplanes: This caters to both domestic and local travel.

High Quality Education

Georgia as a study destination for international students, offers accredited degrees from any of the its recognized institutions.

Georgia (country)

Georgia, the beautiful Caucasus country also known as Sakartvelo, it is located at the eastern end of the Black sea on the southern flanks of the main crest of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, bounded to the north and northeast by Russia, on the east and southeast by Azerbaijan, on the south by Armenia and Turkey, and on the west by the Black Sea.

With its interesting neighbors Georgia as a result of its border with the Black sea is in close proximity to most European Union states. However, the country has been seen to be a part of the unique blend of Europe and Asia hence the continent name Eurasia (as the country seats just between Europe and Asia). Interestingly, Georgia boast a total area of 69,700 square kilometres, with a population of about 3,720,000 people. An abundance of pristine nature covers vast parts of the country, with 26,060 rivers and over 40 protected areas.

Facts and figures on Georgian higher education

Higher education in Georgia includes three levels; bachelor program, master program and doctorate program. Georgia joined the Bologna Process in 2005 at the Bergen Summit. The Bologna process unifies European higher education systems, with its 48 member countries. One of it’s core objectives includes promoting mobility, ensuring quality education, and facilitating global recognition of qualifications. Georgia’s membership in the process avails the opportunity for European standard of education, European credit transfer system (ECTS).
This means students who study in Georgia also get to enjoy exchange programs and have their academic credits recognized irrespective of wherever they are according to the European Bologna Process.