What's the difference between a bachelor's and a master's degree?

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Information on bachelor's and a master's degree differences

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A bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate degree, typically earned after high school. A master’s degree is a graduate degree, pursued after a bachelor’s degree, offering advanced specialization.

Bachelor’s programs provide a broad education, including general and major-specific courses while master’s programs focus on a specific field, often including research or practical training.

A bachelor’s degree is typically completed within 3-4 years and requires at minimum a high school diploma or equivalent, and a master’s degree is typically completed within 1-2 years and requires at minimum a bachelor’s degree.

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