curriculum
/kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm/ · noun
The subjects studied in a school or college.
"The national curriculum places strong emphasis on critical thinking."
syllabuscourse of study
Collocations: national curriculum · core curriculum
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Education
Vocabulary for academic writing and speaking about schools, universities and learning.
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/ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/ · noun
The ability to read and write.
"Digital literacy is now considered essential for the modern workforce."
reading skills
Collocations: digital literacy · literacy rate
vocational
/vəʊˈkeɪ.ʃən.əl/ · adj.
Relating to job-specific training.
"Many young people now prefer vocational training over traditional degrees."
job-relatedpractical
Collocations: vocational training · vocational qualification
tuition
/tjuːˈɪʃ.ən/ · noun
Teaching, especially to a small group; or the cost of attending an institution.
"Rising tuition fees deter students from low-income backgrounds."
instructionfees
Collocations: private tuition · tuition fees
compulsory
/kəmˈpʌl.sər.i/ · adj.
Required by law or rules.
"Education is compulsory for all children up to the age of sixteen."
mandatoryobligatory
Collocations: compulsory education · compulsory subject