coursework

noun

course·​work ˈkȯrs-ˌwərk 

: work that is assigned or performed as part of a course of study

The rigorous program combines coursework in … engineering and seminar classes in the ethical, legal, regulatory, communication, and business aspects of the biotechnology industry with over a thousand hours of research.

—Angela Trepanier

Colleges and universities often offer discounted tuition for those 55 and older to partake in most coursework within their catalog (ranging from physical education to Eastern philosophy).

—Dr. Andrew Weil

When Brandenn was four, his parents started him on the Perkins County elementary-school coursework, and within two years he'd finished the fourth-grade curriculum.

—Eric Konigsberg

Examples of coursework in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

It is estimated that between 60% to 70% of college students regularly use AI tools in their coursework. —Sixteen Ramos, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025

Highlight practical experience on resumes from internships or coursework When crafting a resume, candidates should include detailed examples of their projects or relevant coursework that align with job requirements. —Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025

Others decide to pursue skills-building coursework, rather than full degrees. —Nina Ajemian, Fortune, 24 July 2025

The money will be used to expand existing programs and develop new coursework to support technician training in electric vehicle systems, including components of EV advanced manufacturing, according to a news release. —Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for coursework

• bodywork
• handiwork
• ironwork
• latticework
• masterwork
• metalwork
• needlework
• openwork
• overwork
• paperwork
• subnetwork
• artwork