Types of Degrees
What is a bachelors degree?
Students receive this qualification when they have successfully completed a 3 or 4 year university program.
What is B.A.? Give examples.
Bachelor of arts. This could include languages, philosophy, geography, history, psychology, sociology, political sciences, English and more
What is a major?
This is your principle area of study - The subject in which you take most of your courses
What is the calendar for college/university?
Each school publishes a calendar listing all programs and courses offered by it. It also includes information such as: administration requirements, fees, administration policies, residencies and more.
What is a masters degree?
Usually a 1-3 year full time program offered by a university
What is a B.Sc.? Give examples
A bachelor's degree in science. This includes chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, and computer science
What is a minor?
This is your second area of study - You normally take 4-5 courses in this area of study.
Where can you find the calendar for college/university?
This information can be found on the university's/college's website.
What is required for a masters degree?
It usually requires and honours bachelor degree as a prerequisite and offers a more specialised focus than undergraduate studies.
What is a B.Com.? Give examples.
Bachelors of commerce. This can include economics, finance, accounting, marketing, and more
What is post secondary?
This refers to any education completed after secondary school
What is a diploma?
A diploma is awarded upon completion of 2 or 3 year program from the college or vocational school
What is a doctorate degree?
The highest academic degree offered
What can you do after a bachelors degree?
N.B. Medicine, dentistry, law
What are prerequisites?
A requirement for admission to a particular program
Why do you need a degree?
To be able to get a job in specific fields
What is required for a doctorate degree?
Usually it requires a Bachelor's and a Master's degree to qualify.
Can you get a bachelors degree in fitness?
Depends on the program
What is an undergraduate student?
A student who is working towards a bachelor's degree
How do you know what classes you need to take for a certain program?
- Appointment with a guidance counsellor
- Universities website