degree program
[/dɪˈɡriː ˈproʊɡræm/]
nounpl: degree programs
programa de graduação
1. A structured course of study at a college or university leading to an academic degree
She enrolled in a degree program in Computer Science at the university.
Ela se matriculou em um programa de graduação em Ciência da Computação na universidade.
2. A curriculum organized by academic institution to provide education for a specific qualification
The degree program requires four years of full-time study.
O programa de graduação exige quatro anos de estudo em tempo integral.
3. A sequence of courses designed to culminate in the award of a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree
He completed his degree program with honors.
Ele completou seu programa de graduação com honras.
In the United States, 'degree program' is the standard term for any structured academic course leading to a degree (Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral). In Brazil, 'programa de graduação' typically refers to undergraduate programs, while 'programa de pós-graduação' is used for graduate/postgraduate programs. The concept is central to American higher education culture where students 'declare' their major and follow a specific degree program pathway.
Related Idioms & Phrases
enroll in a degree program
complete a degree program
drop out of a degree program
declare a degree program
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