Graduate school
In the US, study after a bachelor's degree, such as a master's or doctoral programme. UK: postgraduate study.
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- United States
- Topic
- Higher education
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Related terms
- Postgraduate All four UK nations (details may differ) International
- Study after a first degree, such as a master's degree or PhD. US: graduate study.
- Master's degree All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
- A postgraduate degree at RQF level 7 (SCQF 11), such as an MA, MSc or MEd, usually one year full-time in the UK.
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