The term “nanotechnology” refers to technological advancement on microscopic levels. In some cases, it may deal with the manipulation of individual atoms or molecules. This is a quick-growing field with many new opportunities appearing every year.

Higher education in Colombia is done in the five common international languages namely English, French, Spanish Portuguese and Chinese. This has eliminated the issue of language barriers in these higher education institutions among other international students.

Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.