An applied arts degree program may be offered for many different fields of study. The main characteristic is that this type of program is not research-based. Instead, it is designed to be vocational in nature.

The universities of Cote d’Ivoire are located in the Abidjan, the economic capital of the French-speaking West African country. Home to many major international institutions, Abidjan offers students a rich multicultural experience. Students in Cote d’Ivoire have access to both local and worldwide cultures.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.