highereducation
Higher education refers to post-secondary education that leads to degrees, diplomas, or certificates beyond the completion of secondary schooling. It is delivered by universities, colleges, vocational institutes, and research centers, and often includes undergraduate and postgraduate study as well as professional training. Institutions may be publicly funded, privately funded, or mixed in governance, and they typically combine teaching with research activities.
Programs are usually organized into undergraduate and graduate levels. Undergraduate programs commonly culminate in a bachelor's
Funding and oversight vary by country. In many places higher education relies on a mix of public
Global trends include increased participation from diverse populations, cross-border study, online and hybrid learning, and the