Question about degree

While looking through the requirements to get a work visa, I understand that I need a 4 year education (or degree in short) in any subject. I get that and it's fine by me, seems like a reasonable thing to set as a requirement. There is only one thing that bothers me, and that's the "accredited institution" thing.

My question is this:
Do I simply need a degree or do I need to get the degree from accredited institution in my country (it might be a problem for me)? I want to make sure if it really matters from where I get my degree. I read online that people say that I simply need a degree, while some say that I need to get it from an accredited institution. I just want to clarify it once and for all.

And another question: does it matter if I get my degree from a college or it has to be from a university?

Thanks :)

The "accredited institution" means the institution is recognized and registered in your country(especially the ministry of education or equivalent).
Some academic institution is run by a private organization and issue their own degree or certificate.
Academic degrees must be issued by recognized institutions.
Private language schools or cooking schools are not those recognized and registered academic institutions.

Accredited simply means that it's a real college / university which is recognized by the Department of Education in your country.

As long as it is a legitimate school, and not a diploma mill or weird religious "university" set up by some sect, you should be fine.

Generally, only universities can confer a bachelor degree. However, I understand some colleges may be able to do it for select programs, which I guess would be in affiliation with a university.

There is no such thing as a "work visa". You should first and foremost determine which type of visa you want to acquire, which depends on the type of work you want to do. Each type of visa has its own requirements, which may or may not include a university degree or equivalent.

Hm.. I see. So it really has to be a university and also can't be a private college (or at a really known college).

Generally, only universities can confer a bachelor degree.

Depends on what country you are from . The US system for example doesn't have that distinction between Universities and Colleges.

I don't know how the Israeli higher education system works, but if you get a BA or BS equivalent from an accredited school then you'll be fine.

And don't worry too much about using the term work visa, as it's generally understood to mean instructor or specialist in humanities/international relations which have nearly identical requirements. But it would be helpful if you had an idea of what type of work you are interested in, as those visas are not inclusive of all types of work.

@yllwsmrf

I'm interested in working as an English teacher. I have had this dream since my junior high days. After my visit to Japan about half a year ago, I decided that if I'm going to be an English teacher, most chances are that it's going to happen in Japan instead of my home country (Israel).

The problem I have with the "accredited institution" is that I don't have a full high school diploma (it's called "bagrut") and universities require a full diploma which sadly I don't have so my only available option is a college. The thing is, "accredited institution" colleges also require a full diploma, while normal colleges don't.

I'm 19 years old and that's what I decided for my future. Things might change in the next 4-5 years, but I want to have a peace of mind in case nothing changes.

In that case you're probably looking at an Instructor visa which requires either a bachelor's or several years of work experience.

If your school isn't accredited then your first step may be to get a high school diploma and then go from there. Alternatively, if you can work as a teacher for 3 years then you'll be able to waive the degree requirement. Neither way is particularly quick, but in my opinion the degree route, though slower, is the better plan for your long term future.

@yllwsmrf

I'm probably making a mistake here. I finished high school, got my grades and everything. I don't know how it's called in the US if you fail in number of subjects (in my school its two subjects max) then you don't get a certificate. I believe you get some sort of a certificate that you graduated but with a note that you didn't pass in some subjects.

But yeah, my question is if the "accredited institution" really necessary. Does a simple degree don't count?

Yes, the accreditation is necessary. But there are lots of accreditation bodies, so you'd better check and see what your current school qualifies for. Maybe it would help if you mentioned you school name. There might be others from your alma mater that can share their experiences.

The accreditation ensures that the school/college/university/etc. in question is a real educational body. Otherwise, people could give money to people who just print them a certificate with no training, that means nothing. It just means that the qualification you hold is real.
Perhaps there is a way to find out if the college you are considering is accredited in Japan's terms? Have you tried contacting your local Japanese embassy to ask them for help?

I see. The college I'm considering is "Ramat Gan College". I've also sent them an email asking them if they are accredited. Let's hope for a positive response :)

Thanks for your answers, you really helped me a lot!

Here is a list of the accredited institutions in Israel according to the Council for Higher Education.

http://che.org.il/en/?page_id=15417

Hi! I have a related question:

i have different university certificates.
one is my bachelors degree and the other one is my short course. both from top universities here in my country. the thing is my bachelors degree is not so related with my job in japan. the short course is the one related. but i can send them all original documents of both. it's just that, will immigration can consider both?

also, what would i write in the application form for COE as
"last university attended"
the one where i took short course? 2015
or the one i got the 4-year degree? 2013