A number of prominent universities can be found in Uruguay. The University of the Republic is the largest and most prestigious institute of higher education located in the country, which attracts students from all over South America and throughout the world.

A master’s program is a focused degree that requires about two years of classwork, research, and possibly a thesis paper to earn. This advanced program of study allows students to further specialize their schooling in an area that interests them.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.