Higher education
Higher Education
Higher education (pronunciation: /ˈhaɪər ɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən/) is a level of education that follows the completion of a school providing a secondary education, such as a high school, secondary school, or gymnasium. Tertiary education includes both undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as vocational education and training. Colleges, universities, institutes of technology and polytechnic schools are all examples of institutions that provide higher education.
Etymology
The term "higher education" is derived from the fact that it is traditionally the final stage of formal learning, usually required for professional roles in society. The term was first used in the early 19th century.
Related Terms
- Undergraduate education: The first level of post-secondary academic degree offered by universities and colleges.
- Postgraduate education: A higher level of education that builds upon the knowledge gained in undergraduate education.
- Vocational education: Education that prepares individuals for specific trades, crafts and careers.
- University: An institution of higher education and research which awards academic degrees in various academic disciplines.
- College: An educational institution or a constituent part of one, that typically provides tertiary education.
- Institute of technology: A type of university which specializes in engineering, technology, applied science, and natural sciences.
- Polytechnic: A type of university focusing on vocational and technical fields of study.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Higher education
- Wikipedia's article - Higher education
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