HE Terms - Definitions Quiz

What is academia?

• All the people and places that make up the world of higher education and academic research

• A person whose job is to teach or do research at a college or university

• Relating to education, especially higher education

• A training institute for school-leavers that awards vocational or technical diplomas

What is an assignment?

• A piece of work done as part of a course of study

• a long piece of writing on a particular subject done as part of a university degree

• a written account of achievements and interests used when applying for a job or university

• an academic module of study that counts towards a qualification

What is a bachelor's degree?

• The first degree a student completes at a university

• A first university degree in scientific subjects like chemistry or biology

• A postgraduate academic degree awarded by a university

• The highest degree a university can offer

What is a campus?

• All the land and buildings that a university or college occupies

• A room full of beds in which many people can sleep

• A a department or group of departments in a college or university

• A building in or near a campus where students can live while studying

What is a Chancellor?

• Head of a university (may be honorary or ceremonial in some countries)

• A person who manages the financial affairs of a school or college

• The person in charge of a university department

• Someone who gives a lecture

What is a graduate?

• A person who has completed a degree program at a university or college

• A student who has just started their first year at a university

• A senior member of a university or college faculty, or a member of an academic or professional organisation

• An experienced person who helps someone less experienced

What is a syllabus?

• A document that outlines the topics and assignments for a course

• A subject studied for a shorter time than a major

• A long essay on a subject done as part of an academic course

• An academic module of study that counts towards a qualification

What is a seminar?

• A form of academic instruction that involves discussion and interaction

• A talk given to teach a subject, especially at a university

• A small group of students meeting with a tutor for discussion and learning

• A large room in a university where lectures are held

What is a major?

• The primary field of study a student focuses on during their degree

• A type of degree awarded after completing a university program

• A postgraduate academic degree awarded by a university

• A completed unit of study that counts towards a degree, diploma, or other qualification

What is a transcript?

• A document that lists all the courses and grades a student has received

• An academic degree combining study with work for practical experience

• A written account of achievements and interests used when applying for a job or university

• A financial grant awarded to a student based on academic merit or need