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.

Algeria has continued to offer quality higher education as compared to other countries in the northern Africa. This is due to their well-equipped libraries and highly trained lectures. Most of the universities also offer their curriculums in international languages such as English, Spanish, Italian and even Chinese languages.

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.