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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.


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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of coursework

course + work

Example Sentences

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Lee then focused on graduating early, packing his remaining coursework into two dense semesters — taking seven classes during one of them.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

But her thorough coursework and off-the-beaten-path syllabus of films opened my eyes to countless new ideas and perspectives.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

Co-author Talal Aladaileh said the journey from coursework to publication reflects the strength of Binghamton's School of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering.

From Science Daily Jun. 19, 2026

He said the university is considering AI resources and courses for students in every major, along with coursework on AI’s impact on society, human values and ethics.

From Los Angeles Times May 5, 2026

“Maybe you’ll be of use after all. I’ve called ahead to Drake and told them that you are dis missed from further training. You were almost done with your coursework anyway.”

From "Legend" by Marie Lu

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