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General basic education (EGB) is compulsory and lasts for eight years (age 6-14), divided into two cycles of four years each. Secondary education lasts for four years. Students choose to specialize either in humanistic-scientific education or technical-professional education. The humanistic-scientific branch, offered in liceos, is a preparation for higher education. Students are awarded the Licencia de Educación Media at the end.Technical-professional education offers a two-year common course and two years of specialization divided into five branches: industrial, technical, agricultural, commercial and maritime. Students who successfully complete their secondary education obtain the Licencia de Educación Media or the title of Técnico de Nivel Medio. In addition, to enter universities, they must pass the Prueba de Selección Universitaria (PSU). |
School children in Puerto Natales |
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