Trinidad and Tobago is a nation consisting primarily of two Caribbean islands just off the northeastern coast of Venezuela. Trinidad and Tobago is considered one of the most educated countries in the World with a literacy rate exceeding 98%. Trinidad & Tobago's government also currently subsidize some Masters programmes.

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.