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Not sure whether to enter a Bachelor’s or a Bachelor’s program? We understand your confusion in that the two are quite similar, especially in terms of the number of years of study. However, it is clear that there are major differences between these two programs. Your choice must be made by turning to the one that best meets your expectations. Let’s see what the difference is between a Bachelor and a Licence.
In summary:
The Bachelor’s degree and the Licence:
- Are different in terms of the teaching environment, the nature of the degree obtained and the pedagogy.
- Can only be obtained after having validated 180 ECTS credits.
- Have their own advantages.
- Involve several fields of study, including marketing, business and management.
- Gives access to many jobs related to your field.
What is the difference between a Bachelor and a Licence?
The most glaring difference between a Bachelor’s degree and a Licence is the environment in which these programs take place. Indeed, the Bachelor’s degree is a program that business and specialized schools take on. As for the Bachelor’s degree, the studies of this one are rather done at the university.
The second difference between a Bachelor’s degree and a Licence is the title of the diploma you obtain at the end of the cycle. After completing your Bachelor’s degree, you generally obtain a level 6 RNCP title. While in the framework of the end of studies for a Bachelor’s degree, you are awarded a Bachelor’s degree.
The third difference between a Bachelor’s degree and a Licence is in the pedagogy. The Bachelor’s degree is a program that trains the student in a more professional way. As for the Bachelor’s degree, it is mainly theoretical studies that focus on the acquisition of knowledge.
What are the requirements for a Bachelor’s degree?
Whether it is a Bachelor or a Licence, you only validate your program when you have reached 180 ECTS credits. In this case, you must validate 60 credits per year, or 30 credits per semester.
The number of ECTS credits is also taken into account even if you started your post-bac training in another school and/or another field of study. If you enter the program with a Bac +1 or Bac +2, the school proceeds with a selection of files or a competitive examination. If you are accepted, you will continue your studies with the number of credits already validated.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a Bachelor’s degree?
As far as the Bachelor’s degree is concerned, it has 2 major advantages. Indeed, the Bachelor’s degree is a professional training that allows you to find a job at the end of your course. The Bachelor’s degree is also a way to open up an international career, as the program is generally designed for this purpose. However, it must be recognized that it can be quite expensive in some schools. However, there are ways to finance your studies while working, such as work-study programs.
As for the Bachelor’s degree, it allows students to acquire in-depth knowledge in a specific field. At the same time, it provides a good foundation for continuing with a Master’s degree. However, the License may remain too theoretical. This requires students to gain experience before they can apply for a job after graduation.
What are the fields of study where one can obtain a Bachelor’s degree?
Despite the difference between a Bachelor’s degree and a Licence, these two programs offer a wide choice of fields.
This is the case, for example, with theInternational Bachelor’s program atESCE. There are 5 different specializations. If you would like more information about the programs available for this purpose, please feel free to browse our site and consult the FAQ section.
As for the Bachelor’s degree, there are a variety of courses covering many fields. These include Bachelor’s degree programs in computer science, communication and management.
What are the professional opportunities of a Bachelor’s degree?
The professional opportunities of a Bachelor’s degree depend on the chosen specialization. However, a Bachelor’s degree allows you to find a job more quickly after the program. For example, a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing & Business Development gives you access to the professions of Business Manager or Sales Manager. As for the Bachelor’s degree, an internship is generally required after graduation to make up for the lack of practice during the studies. In order to access a more prestigious profession, it is also best to pursue a Master’s degree.
Updated 31 July 2023