definitions

Bachelor of Science

noun

a bachelor's degree, usually awarded for studies in natural science, pure science, or technology.
a person having this degree. Abbreviation: B.S., B.Sc., S.B., Sc.B.

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BA, BS, baccalaureate

Origin of Bachelor of Science

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55
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British Dictionary definitions for bachelor of science

Bachelor of Science

noun

a degree conferred on a person who has successfully completed his or her undergraduate studies in a branch of the sciences
a person who holds this degree
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