A graduate student, also referred to as a postgraduate student, is an individual who has completed an undergraduate degree and is pursuing further education in a particular field. Such students are often called master's students or doctoral students based on the level of their degree program. In some cases, they are also identified by the specific degree they are pursuing, such as MBA students in business or MFA students in fine arts. Graduate students may also be referred to as scholars, researchers, or academics if they are actively engaged in research or teaching. Ultimately, these terms simply serve to describe individuals who are committed to exploring and advancing their knowledge in a particular field beyond an undergraduate degree.