mandatory coursework

[/mænˈdeɪtəri ˈkɔːrsˌwɜːrk/]
nounpl: mandatory coursework (uncountable) / mandatory courseworks (countable)
disciplinas obrigatórias
1. Required academic courses that students must complete as part of their educational program or degree requirements
All students must complete the mandatory coursework in mathematics before graduation.
Todos os alunos devem completar as disciplinas obrigatórias de matemática antes da formatura.
2. Compulsory assignments and work that are part of a course curriculum
The mandatory coursework includes essays, exams, and practical projects.
O trabalho obrigatório do curso inclui redações, provas e projetos práticos.
In Brazilian universities, mandatory coursework is a fundamental part of the currículo mínimo (minimum curriculum) required by the Ministry of Education. Students often discuss their mandatory courses separately from electives, with mandatory coursework typically comprising 60-70% of total credit hours. In the USA, the distinction between mandatory and elective courses is crucial for degree planning and academic advising.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
required courseworkcompulsory courseworkcore coursesrequired curriculum
Antonyms / Antônimos
elective courseworkoptional courseselectives

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
disciplinas obrigatórias
Most common term in Brazilian educational context
Brazil (formal academic)
trabalho obrigatório do curso
Used when referring to assignments and work components
Portugal
disciplinas obrigatórias / unidades curriculares obrigatórias
Portuguese universities often use 'unidades curriculares'
USA/UK
required courses / core courses
Alternative English terminology depending on institution

Related Words

curriculumdegree requirementscore subjectsacademic prerequisitesgraduation requirementscourse load

Related Idioms & Phrases

bite the bullet and complete the mandatory coursework
get through the mandatory coursework
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