Higher Education Award

Short Definition

Higher Education Award is a recognition of achievement or accomplishment in a specific field of study or activity.

In-depth Overview

Higher Education Award

Long definition: A higher education award refers to a formal recognition or certification granted by an educational institution or authority to individuals who have successfully completed a program of study, coursework or training at the post-secondary level. These awards signify the acquisition of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to a particular field or discipline and they vary in terms of levels and types, including diplomas, degrees, certificates and academic honors.

Etymology: The term "award" originates from the Middle English word "awarden", which means "to decide" or "to grant". In the context of higher education, it signifies the act of conferring a qualification or recognition upon a student or learner.

Synonyms or related academic terms: Educational Credentials, Academic Honors, Qualifications.

Examples of Use:

• She received a higher education award in the form of a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
• Academic institutions often present higher education awards at commencement ceremonies to graduates.
• Various scholarships and financial incentives are available to students who achieve outstanding higher education awards.

Translations:
Spanish: Reconocimiento de Educación Superior
French: Récompense d'Enseignement Supérieur
German: Hochschulauszeichnung
Italian: Riconoscimento di Istruzione Superiore
Portuguese: Prêmio de Educação Superior
Japanese: 高等教育賞 (Kōtō Kyōiku Shō)
Chinese (Simplified): 高等教育奖 (Gāoděng Jiàoyù Jiǎng)
Hindi: उच्च शिक्षा पुरस्कार (Ucch Shiksha Puraskar)

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