ARES - ISCED-2013 Reference Framework (ISCED)

The ISCED-2013 framework includes all the codes and wordings of the International Classification of Types of Education as defined by UNESCO. This is the 2013 version, the latest version. In the event of a discrepancy between the information contained in the table and that of UNESCO, preference should be given to the latter's information. It is used to complement dataset information published by ARES, including SATURN datasets. • Definition The International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) is the framework used to compare education system statistics from countries around the world. It is an important tool to facilitate international comparisons, and to assess and monitor progress towards achieving international education goals. It is used to produce comparable data and indicators that reflect current education priorities and policies. ISCED covers all formal and non-formal education programmes offered at all stages of life. The first ISCED was developed by UNESCO in 1976. It was updated in 1997, 2011 and 2013. ISCED is part of the international family of United Nations Economic and Social Classifications. It is the global reference classification for collecting, compiling and analysing internationally comparable education data. As education systems evolve, the framework needs to be updated to ensure that it reflects current structures. The UIS is responsible for maintaining, updating and revising the ISCED. • Granularity The Detailed Domain Code and Detailed Domain Label fields uniquely identify each row in the dataset. The large ISCED domain contains several specialised domains which themselves contain several detailed domains. • Source Information on the International Classification of Types of Education is available on the UNESCO website. The reference document can be found as an attachment or downloaded here .Log modifications 2021-03-25: addition of codes "0", "8" and "9" according to the full list proposed in English. 2021-04-21: Addition of wording in English. 2022-12-12: Updated Geographic Coverage Metadata (Correction: Error "zero or more than one hit")