universitairgetuigschrift

Universitairgetuigschrift, written as universiteitsgetuigschrift in Dutch, is an official document issued by a university that attests to the completion of a university-level programme or a defined set of courses. It generally indicates that the holder has fulfilled the required assessments and other conditions for the programme, but it does not necessarily represent a full degree such as a bachelor’s or master’s diploma. The exact meaning, scope, and formal status of an universiteitsgetuigschrift vary by country and by institution.

A university getuigschrift typically includes the recipient’s name, the title of the programme or courses completed, the level or nature of the credential (for example, postgraduate certificate or certifying module set), the dates of study and completion, a description of the components completed, and official signatures or a seal. It may accompany a transcript or study results, and it may specify any remaining requirements if applicable.

Use and recognition of an universiteitsgetuigschrift differ across contexts. In some cases it serves as evidence of specialized training or professional development and can support employment, career advancement, or admission to further study. In other cases it is primarily an academic record, not a substitute for a degree. The certificate’s portability and recognition depend on national qualifications frameworks, institutional policies, and professional regulations.

See also: diploma, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, postgraduate certificate, certificate program, certifikaat, attestation.