"microdegree" meaning in English

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        "One millionth of a degree (unit of measurement)."
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          "text": "In addition to the aforementioned advantages of microdegrees, they can be used to provide quicker assessment of qualification within a longer degree program.",
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        "(education) A small degree (qualification in a course of study)."
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