Although technology may seem like a contemporary development, humans have been using technology since they began converting natural resources into tools. For example, the understanding of fire and its use in prehistoric cooking could be considered a facet of technology.

Higher education is an important part of the culture in Uzbekistan, with the country seeing close to 600,000 graduates annually. A large portion of students attend institutions of higher learning in Uzbekistan for the immersive English language courses that are offered.

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.