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.
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