Rural development involves the growth and economic support of areas with few cities or densely populated regions. A program meant to teach about this subject might include topics such as agriculture, land management, or economics.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.

Part time learning allows one to obtain part-time degrees even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at his or own pace, gradually accumulating credits which count towards final qualification.