coursework

American  

[kawrs-wurk, kohrs-] / ˈkɔrsˌwɜrk, ˈkoʊrs- /

noun

1. the work required of a student in a particular course of study; classroom work.

2. curricular studies or academic work.

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coursework British  

/ ˈkɔːsˌwɜːk /

noun

1. written or oral work completed by a student within a given period, which is assessed as an integral part of an educational course

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Etymology

Origin of coursework

course + work

Example Sentences

The other evaluates applicants using a comprehensive review process — including special talents, how a student compares with peers in their high school, and geographic location — in addition to grades and coursework.

From Los Angeles Times

Many students in the program, he said, were awkward and kept busy with coursework.

From The Wall Street Journal

Mr. Packer and Ms. Rodriguez write that their tests “are still two of the strongest, most predictive tools for revealing who is ready for college-level coursework.”

From The Wall Street Journal

In a social-science class like psychology, coursework is expected to demonstrate critical thinking and engagement with empirical evidence.

From Salon

She felt the minor would offer a good change of pace from her other, “intensive” coursework.

From Los Angeles Times