The discussion centers on the differences between Postbaccalaureate programs and Graduate Certificates, particularly in the context of engineering education. Participants explore the definitions, requirements, and availability of these programs at various institutions.
Participants express varying interpretations of the terms "Postbaccalaureate" and "Graduate Certificate," indicating that there is no consensus on their definitions or the implications of pursuing each type of program.
Participants acknowledge that the terminology used for educational programs may vary by institution, and there are unresolved questions about the specific requirements and definitions associated with Postbaccalaureate and Graduate Certificate programs.
Very likely, a postbaccalaureate degree is another Bachelor Degree, in addition to the Bachelor Degree you earned in something else at an earlier time.YoshiMoshi said:What'd the difference between a Postbaccalaureate and a Graduate Certificate? Is it possible to get a Postbaccalaureate in engineering? I can't find a university that offer a Postbaccalaureate in engineering, but plenty of schools that offer a Graduate Certificate in engineering.
One should find the information from EACH institution. Some restrictions are enforced for people seeking second bachelors' degrees. Certificates, maybe not so much restrictions - just other requirements.YoshiMoshi said:Can you recommend a search tool for postbaccalaureate degrees by major? I'd be interested in searching for schools in my state that have such a program in engineering.
Again maybe we or just I misunderstand. "Certificate" and "Degree" are not the same thing. "Degree" means one graduated from a program of education, or of education and training. "Certificate" means person is permitted to do something specifiable, based on satisfying the qualifications for the certificate.YoshiMoshi said:What'd the difference between a Postbaccalaureate and a Graduate Certificate?