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It can be either depending on the school, department approach to a specific field, and the program of study itself. The Bachelor of arts (BA) and the bachelor of science (BS) are general degree types from which many specific programs of study fall. The differences are indicate below.
The Bachelor of Arts degree (BA) has a broader scope, with a strong emphasis on the humanities, theoretical and general knowledge in a recognized discipline, interdisciplinary field, or of a professional study.
The Bachelor of Science degree (BS) is more of a focused approach with a science base to include a balance of liberal arts, technological knowledge, math and computer oriented skills, and practical skills needed for a particular discipline within the field.
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∙ 12y agoYes. The BA degree stands for a Bachelor's of Arts Degree. Bachelor's of anything represents a four year degree though the degree make be completed in a longer or shorter period of time depending on how fast you complete your required courses.
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In college what is BA and BS?
In college a BA is a bachelors degree of arts. A BS is a bachelors degree in science. Most students get a BA.
Which college degree takes 4 years to obtain?
BA/BS
What is a 2 year community college?
It is a college that offers a 2 year degree and provides education in vocational areas. It is also a way to get general education requirements finished so a student can transfer to a 4 year college to finish a BA/BS degree in a subject area.
What is a BS or BA?
A BA is a bachelor of arts degree, a BS is a bachelor of science degree. Both take four years to earn.
How many years of college to get a master's degree?
6. Four for the BA/BS and another 2 for the MA/MS
How much is schooling for lawyer?
8 years of college. Four for a BA/BS degree and four for law school.
What is a 4 year associate ' degree mean?
A AS is only 2 years and a BS/BA is 4.
Is the BS bachelor's degree higher then the BA bachelor's degree?
No
What is JD and BS?
JD - Juris Doctor (its the degree from law school) BS - Bachelor of Science - its a degree received from a 4-year college. If you are looking at getting a JD, you would need a BS or BA (Bachelor of Arts) first.
How do you get a bachelors to go to law school with a GED?
Apply to a college that awards BS/BA degrees, or get an associates degree from a junior college ( maintain a high GPA) and then apply to a school that offers BS/BA degrees. Complete the requirements for a BS/BA, acquire a degree. (make sure to keep your GPA high) Take the LSAT( study/take a review course for this). Apply to law schools. Good luck.
How much school is required for lawyers?
8 years of college. Four for a BA/BS degree and four for law school.
What are the types of different College Degrees?
Most Bachelors degrees fall into 2 main categories: the BS, or Bachelor of Science, and the BA, or Bachelor of Arts. Whether you earn a BS or BA is largely determined by the subject you choose to study. If you earn your degree in the liberal arts, it will be a BA. If you earn a degree in business, science, or technology, it will be a BS.
