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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Ciencia, Educación y Exploración

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)
course
[Sustantivo]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

curso

curso

Ex: The university offers a course in computer programming for beginners .La universidad ofrece un **curso** de programación informática para principiantes.
expedition
[Sustantivo]

a trip that has been organized for a particular purpose such as a scientific or military one or for exploration

expedición

expedición

Ex: The space agency launched an expedition to explore Mars and search for signs of life .La agencia espacial lanzó una **expedición** para explorar Marte y buscar signos de vida.
rocket
[Sustantivo]

a spacecraft that moves up by the force of the gases produced when the fuel burns

cohete

cohete

Ex: The rocket’s engines ignited , generating the thrust needed to overcome Earth 's gravity and reach space .Los motores del **cohete** se encendieron, generando el empuje necesario para superar la gravedad de la Tierra y llegar al espacio.
scientific
[Adjetivo]

relating to or based on the principles and methods of science

científico

científico

Ex: Evolutionary theory is supported by a vast body of scientific evidence from various disciplines , including biology , geology , and genetics .La teoría evolutiva está respaldada por un vasto cuerpo de evidencia **científica** de diversas disciplinas, incluyendo biología, geología y genética.

to study a subject carefully and systematically to discover new facts or information about it

investigar

investigar

Ex: The students researched different sources for their science project .Los estudiantes **investigaron** diferentes fuentes para su proyecto de ciencias.
to educate
[Verbo]

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

educar, enseñar

educar, enseñar

Ex: She was educated at a prestigious university .Ella fue **educada** en una universidad prestigiosa.
educational
[Adjetivo]

intended to provide knowledge or facilitate learning

educativo

educativo

Ex: Online educational platforms offer courses on a wide range of subjects , from photography to computer programming .Las plataformas **educativas** en línea ofrecen cursos sobre una amplia gama de temas, desde fotografía hasta programación informática.
finding
[Sustantivo]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

resultado

resultado

Ex: Their finding suggested that diet plays a major role in health outcomes .Su **hallazgo** sugirió que la dieta juega un papel importante en los resultados de salud.
qualification
[Sustantivo]

a certificate, degree, or diploma received after completing a training, course, or exam successfully

título, certificación

título, certificación

Ex: He did n’t finish school and has no formal qualifications.No terminó la escuela y no tiene **títulos** formales.
inventor
[Sustantivo]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

inventor

inventor

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .Alexander Graham Bell, **el inventor** del teléfono, cambió para siempre la forma en que las personas se comunican a larga distancia.
bachelor's degree
[Sustantivo]

the first degree given by a university or college to a student who has finished their studies

licenciatura

licenciatura

Ex: He worked hard for four years to complete his bachelor’s degree in engineering.Trabajó duro durante cuatro años para completar su **título de licenciatura** en ingeniería.
boarding school
[Sustantivo]

a school where students live and study during the school year

internado

internado

Ex: Many boarding schools offer a variety of extracurricular activities , from sports to the arts , allowing students to explore their interests and develop new skills outside the classroom .Muchos **internados** ofrecen una variedad de actividades extracurriculares, desde deportes hasta artes, lo que permite a los estudiantes explorar sus intereses y desarrollar nuevas habilidades fuera del aula.
distance learning
[Sustantivo]

a way of studying where students and teachers are in different locations, often using online platforms

educación a distancia

educación a distancia

Ex: Some people find distance learning challenging due to a lack of direct interaction .Algunas personas encuentran **el aprendizaje a distancia** desafiante debido a la falta de interacción directa.

to fail to keep up in work, studies, or performance

rezagarse

rezagarse

Ex: If we do n't adapt , we 'll fall behind permanently .Si no nos adaptamos, **nos quedaremos atrás** permanentemente.
higher education
[Sustantivo]

education at a university or similar educational institution that grants one an academic degree at the end

educación superior

educación superior

Ex: Higher education is a long-term investment that can lead to personal and professional growth .La **educación superior** es una inversión a largo plazo que puede conducir al crecimiento personal y profesional.

a program of study completed in a short period through concentrated effort and high workload

Ex: We finished the entire syllabus in an intensive course.
to keep up
[Verbo]

to stay knowledgeable and informed about current events or developments in a specific field or area of interest

mantenerse al día, estar al corriente

mantenerse al día, estar al corriente

Ex: In the rapidly evolving tech industry , it 's crucial to keep up with the latest advancements and trends .En la industria tecnológica en rápida evolución, es crucial **mantenerse al día** con los últimos avances y tendencias.
by heart
[Frase]

by relying only on one's memory

Ex: He studied the song lyrics until he knew them by heart.
mature student
[Sustantivo]

an individual who pursues higher education later in life, often after a significant gap since completing secondary education

estudiante adulto, estudiante no tradicional

estudiante adulto, estudiante no tradicional

Ex: The support services for mature students include academic advising , career counseling , and workshops tailored to their specific needs and challenges .Los servicios de apoyo para los **estudiantes adultos** incluyen asesoramiento académico, orientación profesional y talleres adaptados a sus necesidades y desafíos específicos.
master's degree
[Sustantivo]

a university degree that graduates can get by further studying for one or two years

maestría

maestría

Ex: A master's degree can open up more job opportunities and higher salaries in many fields.Un **título de maestría** puede abrir más oportunidades de trabajo y salarios más altos en muchos campos.

to complete a task or project before a specific time or date that has been agreed upon or set as a requirement

Ex: We need to meet the deadline for the project to stay on track.

to skip school or work without permission or without a valid reason

Ex: The students decided to play truant and go to the park instead of attending their afternoon classes.
public school
[Sustantivo]

private independent secondary school in Great Britain supported by endowment and tuition

colegio público

colegio público

a system of education in which male and female students are taught separately

Ex: Single-sex education is still common in some private schools.
state school
[Sustantivo]

a school that provides free education due to being funded by the government

escuela pública, colegio estatal

escuela pública, colegio estatal

Ex: She works as a math teacher at a state school, where she loves inspiring students from diverse backgrounds .Ella trabaja como profesora de matemáticas en una **escuela pública**, donde le encanta inspirar a estudiantes de diversos orígenes.
coursework
[Sustantivo]

the assignments, projects, and tasks done by students as part of their course of study

trabajos de curso

trabajos de curso

Ex: He struggled to balance his coursework with part-time work and extracurricular activities .Luchó por equilibrar sus **tareas** con el trabajo a tiempo parcial y las actividades extracurriculares.

to spend a year away from formal education or work, often to travel, gain experience, or rest

Ex: Some people take a year out to avoid burnout.
nursery
[Sustantivo]

a school or class for very young children, usually ages 3–4, before primary school

guardería, jardín de infancia

guardería, jardín de infancia

Ex: She goes to nursery five mornings a week .Ella va al **jardín de infantes** cinco mañanas a la semana.
primary school
[Sustantivo]

the school for young children, usually between the age of 5 to 11 in the UK

escuela primaria, colegio de primaria

escuela primaria, colegio de primaria

Ex: He recalled his years at primary school as being filled with fun and learning .Recordó sus años en **la escuela primaria** como llenos de diversión y aprendizaje.
secondary school
[Sustantivo]

the school for young people, usually between the ages of 11 to 16 or 18 in the UK

colegio secundario, instituto

colegio secundario, instituto

Ex: In some countries , students must take standardized exams at the end of secondary school to qualify for university admission or to receive their high school diploma .En algunos países, los estudiantes deben tomar exámenes estandarizados al final de la **escuela secundaria** para calificar para la admisión universitaria o para recibir su diploma de bachillerato.
private school
[Sustantivo]

a school that receives money from the parents of the students instead of the government

escuela privada, colegio particular

escuela privada, colegio particular

Ex: Private schools often have more resources compared to public institutions .Las **escuelas privadas** suelen tener más recursos en comparación con las instituciones públicas.
college
[Sustantivo]

a university in which students can study up to a bachelor's degree after graduation from school

universidad

universidad

Ex: The college campus is known for its vibrant student life , with numerous clubs and activities to participate in .El **campus universitario** es conocido por su vibrante vida estudiantil, con numerosos clubes y actividades en los que participar.

to support oneself financially while completing a course of study

Ex: She worked her way through law school part-time.
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