Degree Requirement
/ˈdiːɡriː rɪˈkwaɪərmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An academic or legal stipulation mandating completion of specified coursework or criteria to obtain a degree or certification.
The university's degree requirement mandates that students complete at least 120 credits.
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- degree requirement
- degree requirements
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Commentary
Degree requirements often serve as formal criteria in educational law and institutional policy, emphasizing the necessity of clear curricular standards to ensure validity of awarded degrees.
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