Are associate degree and Diploma the same? I'm studying Diploma in computer engineering.

No, both associate degree and Diploma courses are different from each other. Because 1- A Diploma can be said to be a document awarded to a student after the completion of a course. On the other hand, an Associate degree is a title conferred on a student when he completes a college studies. 2- A student who pursues an Associate degree has to study more broadly when compared to a student who takes a Diploma course, which is subject-centric. 3- A Diploma is usually given in vocational or professional courses, like design, pharmacy, and engineering. 4- An Associate degree is more valuable than a Diploma. An Associate degree can be said to be a stepping-stone to higher education. 5- A student with an Associate degree has more chances and will earn more than a Diploma student.

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No, both an associate degree and Diploma have slight differences. An associate degree is a kind of university degree but of shorter duration than a regular Bachelor's degree. On the other hand, a Diploma is a kind of Certificate awarded for completing a specific course. The main difference is in the duration and nature of the recognition Certificate awarded. For instance, a Diploma in Computer Engineering is typically a two-semester programme at most of the institutes, like Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University. However, the duration of an associate degree could be five or six semesters, depending upon the institute. Also, treatment for both courses may differ from organisation to organisation depending on duration and the institute where you have completed your Diploma.

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