NARIC guide on Higher Education Systems in the European Union

University degrees and study attainments are recognised throughout the country. Because of their autonomy, universities
decide themselves on the intake of students according to their resources. In basic education, there are agreements on transfer
between institutions, as well as quotas for students who want to include studies or modules from another university in their
degree. For admission to doctoral studies, the principal requirement is a higher academic degree in the same field, or an
equivalent foreign degree; a good grade in the major subject is generally required.
The universities may also accept a degree taken in another field, if the person is found to have the knowledge and ability
required for the doctoral studies. If the institution deems a degree deficient in some respects, the student may have to take
complementary studies before commercing the course.
Non-university qualifications
AMK degrees were planned to provide an alternative to university degrees; they are more clearly professionally oriented.
However, the holders of these degrees can apply to universities; universities devise their own selection procedure.
The units for adult education at AMK institutions provide further education for those holders of higher vocational diplomas
who want to continue their studies for an AMK degree. The paths from other vocational education to AMK institutions and
universities were described in II.1.1 and II.1.2.