compulsory modules

[kəmˈpʌlsəri ˈmɒdjuːlz]
nounpl: compulsory modules
módulos obrigatórios
1. Required courses or units of study that students must complete as part of their academic program, without the option to choose alternatives
Mathematics and English are compulsory modules in the first year of the engineering program.
Matemática e Inglês são módulos obrigatórios no primeiro ano do programa de engenharia.
2. Mandatory educational components within a curriculum that cannot be substituted or skipped
Students must pass all compulsory modules before they can graduate.
Os alunos devem passar em todos os módulos obrigatórios antes de se formarem.
The concept of compulsory modules is central to both Brazilian and American educational systems. In Brazil, these are typically defined in the 'matriz curricular' (curriculum matrix) and students have limited flexibility in course selection. In the US, 'general education requirements' serve a similar function. Both systems require students to complete foundational knowledge before pursuing specialized electives.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
required coursesmandatory modulescore modulescompulsory subjectsrequired units
Antonyms / Antônimos
elective modulesoptional coursesoptional moduleselective subjects

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
módulos obrigatórios
Standard academic term used in Brazilian universities
Brazil
disciplinas obrigatórias
Alternative term commonly used in Brazilian higher education
Portugal
módulos obrigatórios
Used in Portuguese higher education system with similar meaning
Portugal
unidades curriculares obrigatórias
More formal Portuguese terminology for required curriculum units

Related Words

curriculumelective modulesdegree requirementsacademic programcourse prerequisitescredit hours

Related Idioms & Phrases

core requirements
mandatory coursework
graduation requirements
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