Bachelor's Degree

Short Definition

Bachelor's Degree is a higher education undergraduate degree typically earned after completing three or four years of study. The degree can be in a variety of fields and is usually a prerequisite for entry into many professions.

In-depth Overview

Bachelor's Degree

Long definition: A bachelor's degree is a higher education qualification earned by students who have successfully completed a prescribed program of study at a university or college. These programs typically span three to four years, although the duration may vary by country and institution. A bachelor's degree is awarded in various fields, including arts, sciences, engineering, business and more. It signifies that the recipient has achieved a foundational understanding of their chosen discipline, acquired critical thinking skills and met the academic requirements set by the institution.

Etymology: The term "bachelor" is believed to have originated from the Old French word "bacheler", which referred to a young knight or a novice. Over time, it came to signify a person who had achieved a certain level of education or training but had not yet attained the rank of a master or doctor.

Synonyms or related academic terms:

• Undergraduate degree
• First degree
• Baccalaureate

Examples of Use:

1. She earned her bachelor's degree in psychology and is now pursuing a master's degree in counseling.
2. Many job postings require candidates to have at least a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Translations:

• Spanish: Grado de licenciatura
• French: Licence
• German: Bachelor-Abschluss
• Italian: Laurea di primo livello
• Portuguese: Graduação
• Japanese: 学士号 (Gakushigō)
• Chinese (Simplified): 学士学位 (Xuéshì xuéwèi)
• Hindi: स्नातक (Snātak)

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Bachelor's Degree

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