Curriculum
/ˈkɜːrɪkjʊləm/
Definitions
- (n.) The set of courses, and their content, offered at a school or university.
The curriculum includes mathematics, science, and literature.
- (n.) A prescribed course of study in an educational program.
The law school's curriculum emphasizes constitutional law.
Forms
- curriculums
- curricula
Commentary
Often used in educational law contexts; distinguish from syllabus, which is more detailed and course-specific.
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