What does "core course" mean?

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

Core course

Common synonyms include: central, central module, college level course, core requirement, core training module, essential.

noun

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Noun

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An academic class that is one of a subset of mandatory classes required to complete a degree program.
"...their cooperation should be secured in order to include the subject as a core course in the program of studies."

"...their cooperation should be secured in order to include the subject as a core course in the program of studies."