Diplomë

Diplomë is a formal document certifying the completion of a program or the attainment of a credential issued by an educational or professional body. In Albanian usage, the term functions similarly to the English “diploma” and can refer to academic degrees as well as professional qualifications.

Etymology and scope: The word derives from Latin diplomā, via Italian and French, and has been incorporated into Albanian to denote an official certificate of study results or qualification. A diplomë serves as an legal and administrative record of an individual’s educational achievement.

Contents and form: A typical diplomë includes the recipient’s name, the awarding institution, the program or field of study, the level or type of credential (for example, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate, or a professional certificate), the date of conferment, a diploma or registration number, and authenticating signatures or a seal. Some diplomas also indicate final grades, distinctions, or honors.

Types and uses: The term encompasses different kinds of credentials, including academic diplomas awarded by universities or colleges, secondary school leaving diplomas, and professional or vocational diplomas issued by specialized bodies. Diplomas may be used to prove eligibility for further study, employment, professional licensing, or immigration, and are often subject to verification and recognition processes both domestically and internationally.

Issuance and recognition: Diplomas are issued by accredited institutions and carry legal and administrative weight within the issuing jurisdiction. For international use, diplomas may require equivalence assessment or translation, and may be supplemented by a Diploma Supplement or credential evaluation to clarify level, content, and learning outcomes.