elective fields

[ɪˈlɛktɪv fiːldz]
nounpl: elective fields
disciplinas eletivas / campos eletivos
1. Academic or professional subjects that students can choose to study as optional courses rather than required ones
Students can select from a variety of elective fields in their final year of university.
Os alunos podem escolher entre uma variedade de disciplinas eletivas no último ano da universidade.
2. In physics or engineering, areas of specialization that students opt to focus on within their degree program
She chose renewable energy and materials science as her elective fields in her engineering degree.
Ela escolheu energia renovável e ciência dos materiais como suas disciplinas eletivas no seu curso de engenharia.
In Brazilian universities, 'disciplinas eletivas' are an important part of curriculum flexibility, allowing students to tailor their education to career interests. This concept has become increasingly important in higher education reform in Brazil to encourage interdisciplinary studies and student autonomy in course selection.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
optional courseselective subjectsoptional fieldselective disciplinesspecialization areas
Antonyms / Antônimos
mandatory fieldsrequired coursescore subjectscompulsory disciplines

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disciplinas eletivas
Most common term used in Brazilian universities and schools
General Brazilian
campos eletivos
Used in professional and technical contexts
Portugal
disciplinas opcionais
Portuguese educational system typically uses 'opcionais' instead of 'eletivas'
Academic Portugal
unidades curriculares eletivas
More formal/technical term used in higher education

Related Words

curriculumspecializationcourse selectionacademic optionssubject choice

Related Idioms & Phrases

choose your own path
pick and choose
customize your education
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