Certificate
Is a qualification awarded upon successful completion of a programme which is usually one year in length.
Diploma
Is a qualification awarded on the basis of one or two year’s of successful study.
Advanced Diploma
Is a 3 years program some of which may lead to a Bachelors Degree.
Bachelors Degrees
Are awarded by Universities/ University Colleges/ Community Colleges after four years of full-time study and lead to graduate level studies.
Post Graduate Diplomas / Certificates
It lead to a Masters Degree. These programs have work terms which provide full-time opportunities to gain practical experience along with theoretical studies. A typical co-op term lasts 12 to 17 weeks. The prerequisites to participate in these programs is a Bachelors Degree of 3 or 4 years duration.
Masters Degree
Is an option for Bachelors Degree. Graduates who have an interest in further learning and research, and for those who want to broaden their career possibilities. It is for 2 yrs duration and can be pursued after a 4 yrs Bachelors or a 3yrs Bachelors & a 1year Post Graduate Diploma from Canada.
Doctorate or PhD
Is a degree ranking above the Masters Degree and generally requires four to seven years to complete.