Degree Awarding
/ˈdɪɡri əˈwɔrdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Relating to the authority or process by which an institution confers academic degrees.
The degree awarding powers of the university are recognized by law.
- (n.) The legal authority granted to a body to confer academic degrees upon candidates.
The statute grants degree awarding status to the institution.
Forms
- degree awarding
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Commentary
The term is commonly used both adjectivally and nominally; precision in context is key to differentiate authority from process.
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