Diploma

Diploma is a certificate or deed issued by an educational institution, such as a college or university, that testifies that the recipient has successfully completed a particular course of study or confers an academic degree. In countries such as the United Kingdom and Australia, the word diploma also refers to an academic award.

History

The word "diploma" comes from the Greek δίπλωμα (diploma), which means "folded paper". The term was used in ancient Greece to refer to a type of official document that was folded in two. In the Roman Empire, the word diploma came to refer to a type of official document that conferred certain privileges or rights.

Types of Diplomas

There are several types of diplomas, including:

• High School Diploma: This is typically awarded to students who have completed the required coursework and credits for a high school education.

• Undergraduate Diploma: This is awarded to students who have completed a specific course of study at the undergraduate level.

• Postgraduate Diploma: This is awarded to students who have completed a specific course of study at the postgraduate level.

• Diploma in Medicine: This is awarded to students who have completed a specific course of study in the field of medicine.

Diploma vs Degree

While both a diploma and a degree signify the completion of a specific course of study, there are some differences between the two. A degree is typically a more comprehensive course of study that requires a longer period of time to complete. A diploma, on the other hand, is typically a shorter course of study that focuses on a specific skill or field of knowledge.

See Also

• Academic degree
• Certificate (education)
• Vocational certificate

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