* Undergraduate study: This is the first degree you typically pursue after finishing secondary school (ages 16-18). It's a foundational level of higher education, covering the basics of a chosen subject. Common undergraduate degrees include Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), and Bachelor of Engineering (BEng).
* Postgraduate study: This is further education undertaken *after* completing an undergraduate degree. It delves deeper into a specific area of study, often leading to specialisation. Common postgraduate degrees include Master's degrees (MA, MSc, MEng) and Doctorates (PhD).
Age: There's no fixed age for either. However, typical age ranges are:
* Undergraduate: Most students start undergraduate degrees between the ages of 18 and 21, although it's not uncommon to see students start later or younger (with exceptional circumstances).
* Postgraduate: Students typically start postgraduate degrees after completing their undergraduate studies, meaning they'll be around 21-24 or older, depending on the length of their undergraduate degree and any career breaks. However, it's possible to start postgraduate study at a significantly older age. There are many mature students who return to education later in life.