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How to Verify Malagasy University Degrees: Madagascar Education Guide
Guide to verifying education credentials from Madagascar. Covers Ministry oversight, university system structure, and verification for Malagasy degrees.
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Madagascar's higher education system
Madagascar's higher education is regulated by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The country follows the French-influenced LMD system. Madagascar has 6 public universities and a growing number of private institutions. The University of Antananarivo is the oldest and largest institution.
Verification steps
- Check Ministry recognition — Verify the institution is recognized. VerifyED includes recognized Malagasy institutions.
- Contact the institution — Universities can provide verification through academic services offices.
- CAMES recognition — Madagascar participates in CAMES for francophone African academic recognition.
- Document legalization — Documents need legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Key considerations
- LMD system — The French-compatible LMD system facilitates recognition in francophone countries and Europe.
- University of Antananarivo — The flagship institution with the longest academic tradition.
- French language — Most academic credentials are in French and Malagasy.