Undergraduate studies typically encompass the following study levels:
- Associate Degree
- Duration: 2 years
- Focus: Foundational education and career-oriented skills.
- Examples: Associate of Arts (AA), Associate of Science (AS), Associate of Applied Science (AAS).
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Duration: 3–4 years (depending on the country).
- Focus: Comprehensive education with major and minor areas of study.
- Examples: Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng).
- Certificate and Diploma Programs
- Duration: 6 months to 2 years.
- Focus: Specialized skills or training in a particular field.
- Examples: Undergraduate Certificates, Diplomas in Business or IT.
- Pre-Bachelor Programs
- Duration: 1 year.
- Focus: Bridge programs to help students meet entry requirements for bachelor’s degrees.
- Honors Programs(specific to some countries like the UK and Australia)
- Duration: 1 additional year post-bachelor’s degree.
- Focus: Advanced, research-based study in the chosen field.
These levels allow flexibility for students, providing pathways to further education or direct entry into the workforce.