core course

noun

An academic class that is one of a subset of mandatory classes required to complete a degree program.

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Meanings

nouncore course (plural core courses)

plural core courses

  1. educationAn academic class that is one of a subset of mandatory classes required to complete a degree program.

    As mentioned previously, this is a core course with a relatively large annual enrollment.

    1993, CASCON '93: Software engineering, page 130
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    ...their cooperation should be secured in order to include the subject as a core course in the program of studies.

    1934, The Balance Sheet - Volumes 16-17, page 113

    What specifically is a core course? Over the answer to this advocates and the opponents of general education have waged bitter battles.

    1948, Earl James McGrath, Social Sciences in General Education, page 77
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