"academic degree" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: accolade, award, honor, honour, laurels - a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
subtypes:
- associate, associate degree - a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies
- baccalaureate, bachelor's degree - an academic degree conferred on someone who has successfully completed undergraduate studies
- honours, honours degree - a university degree with honors
- master's degree - an academic degree higher than a bachelor's degree but lower than a doctor's degree
- doctor's degree, doctorate - one of the highest earned academic degrees conferred by a university
- law degree - degree conferred on someone who successfully completes law school
- honorary degree, honoris causa - a degree conferred to honor the recipient
same as: degree