A master's of science, a master's of art, a master's of fine arts, a master's of business administration, a doctor of philosophy, a medical doctor, a doctor of law (a juris doctor), all of these are advanced degrees.

理学硕士、艺术硕士、美术硕士、工商管理硕士、哲学博士、医学博士、法学博士（法学博士），都是高级学位。