👉 In education, a degree or diploma is a certificate awarded by an educational institution to students who have completed a specific program of study. It represents the completion of a formal academic course and typically includes knowledge in a particular subject area that will lead to a job or professional development. The process of obtaining a diploma often involves completing coursework, taking exams, and earning grades to demonstrate mastery over the material covered. While diplomas are generally for individuals who have completed certain courses, they can also be given to students
