General education programs generally have the goal of providing students with a solid grounding in life skills and global knowledge. Students who complete this program often look for entry-level work or continue their education in a specific subject.

At one point there were many successful universities located throughout the Sudan. Unfortunately, the increasingly militarized state of the nation has done significant damage to enrollment levels. Most college-aged males in Sudan are forced into military service rather than being able to pursue education.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.