- Higher Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree: Usually a three to four-year undergraduate program offered by universities and other higher education institutions. It is the most common qualification for entry into many professions.
- Honours Degree: A one-year program following a bachelor’s degree, providing students with the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in a specific field.
- Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate: Shorter programs that build on the knowledge gained in a bachelor’s degree and are often used as a pathway to a master’s degree.
- Postgraduate Education:
- Master’s Degree: Typically a one to two-year program focusing on specialized areas of study, research, or professional development.
- Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.): A research-focused program that allows students to contribute original research to their chosen field of study.