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

For Institutions:

Contact details: name, address, telephone, fax, website
Historical background, special facilities and publications
Degrees and diplomas offered at each level of study
Key personnel, including principal academic and administrative officers
Description of facilities, schools and departments
Valuable information on academic year, admission requirements, academic staff and student numbers