baccalaureate

• Substantiv, das den akademischen Grad bezeichnet, der nach Abschluss eines Bachelorstudiums verliehen wird, oder die Abschlussrede bzw. Abschiedspredigt, die vor dem Abschlussjahrgang bei der Graduierungsfeier gehalten wird.

A noun referring to an academic degree awarded upon completion of undergraduate studies, or a farewell sermon delivered to a graduating class at commencement ceremonies.

1. B2formal

   An undergraduate academic degree awarded by colleges and universities upon completion of a course of study.

   Bachelor-Abschluss

   • She earned her baccalaureate in biology from the university.
   • The baccalaureate program typically takes four years to complete.
   • He received his baccalaureate degree with honors.

   Synonymefirst degree

2. Farewell sermonC1formalamerican

   A religious service or address delivered to a graduating class, often as part of commencement ceremonies.

   Abschiedspredigt

   • The chaplain delivered a moving baccalaureate to the seniors.
   • The baccalaureate service was held the day before graduation.
   • Many students attended the baccalaureate with their families.