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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Science, Éducation & Exploration

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

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

cours

cours

Ex: The university offers a course in computer programming for beginners .L'université propose un **cours** de programmation informatique pour les débutants.

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

expédition

expédition

Ex: The space agency launched an expedition to explore Mars and search for signs of life .L'agence spatiale a lancé une **expédition** pour explorer Mars et rechercher des signes de vie.
rocket
[nom]

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

fusée

fusée

Ex: The rocket’s engines ignited , generating the thrust needed to overcome Earth 's gravity and reach space .Les moteurs de la **fusée** se sont allumés, générant la poussée nécessaire pour surmonter la gravité de la Terre et atteindre l'espace.
scientific
[Adjectif]

relating to or based on the principles and methods of science

scientifique

scientifique

Ex: Evolutionary theory is supported by a vast body of scientific evidence from various disciplines , including biology , geology , and genetics .La théorie de l'évolution est soutenue par un vaste corpus de preuves **scientifiques** provenant de diverses disciplines, notamment la biologie, la géologie et la génétique.

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

faire des recherches

faire des recherches

Ex: The students researched different sources for their science project .Les étudiants ont **recherché** différentes sources pour leur projet scientifique.
to educate
[verbe]

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

instruire, former

instruire, former

Ex: She was educated at a prestigious university .Elle a été **éduquée** dans une université prestigieuse.
educational
[Adjectif]

intended to provide knowledge or facilitate learning

pédagogique

pédagogique

Ex: Online educational platforms offer courses on a wide range of subjects , from photography to computer programming .Les plateformes **éducatives** en ligne proposent des cours sur un large éventail de sujets, de la photographie à la programmation informatique.
finding
[nom]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

conclusions

conclusions

Ex: Their finding suggested that diet plays a major role in health outcomes .Leur **découverte** a suggéré que l'alimentation joue un rôle majeur dans les résultats de santé.

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

diplôme, certification

diplôme, certification

Ex: He did n’t finish school and has no formal qualifications.Il n’a pas terminé l’école et n’a pas de **diplômes** formels.

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

inventeur, inventrice

inventeur, inventrice

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .Alexander Graham Bell, **l'inventeur** du téléphone, a changé à jamais la façon dont les gens communiquent sur de longues distances.

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

licence

licence

Ex: He worked hard for four years to complete his bachelor’s degree in engineering.Il a travaillé dur pendant quatre ans pour obtenir son **diplôme de licence** en ingénierie.

a school where students live and study during the school year

internat, pensionnat

internat, pensionnat

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 .De nombreuses **pensions** proposent une variété d'activités extrascolaires, du sport aux arts, permettant aux élèves d'explorer leurs centres d'intérêt et de développer de nouvelles compétences en dehors de la salle de classe.

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

enseignement à distance

enseignement à distance

Ex: Some people find distance learning challenging due to a lack of direct interaction .Certaines personnes trouvent **l'enseignement à distance** difficile en raison d'un manque d'interaction directe.

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

prendre du retard

prendre du retard

Ex: If we do n't adapt , we 'll fall behind permanently .Si nous ne nous adaptons pas, nous **prendrons du retard** définitivement.

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

enseignement supérieur

enseignement supérieur

Ex: Higher education is a long-term investment that can lead to personal and professional growth .L'**enseignement supérieur** est un investissement à long terme qui peut conduire à une croissance personnelle et professionnelle.

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
[verbe]

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

se tenir informé, rester à jour

se tenir informé, rester à jour

Ex: In the rapidly evolving tech industry , it 's crucial to keep up with the latest advancements and trends .Dans l'industrie technologique en évolution rapide, il est crucial de **se tenir au courant** des dernières avancées et tendances.
by heart
[Phrase]

by relying only on one's memory

Ex: He studied the song lyrics until he knew them by heart.

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

étudiant adulte, étudiant non traditionnel

étudiant adulte, étudiant non traditionnel

Ex: The support services for mature students include academic advising , career counseling , and workshops tailored to their specific needs and challenges .Les services de soutien pour les **étudiants adultes** comprennent des conseils académiques, des conseils de carrière et des ateliers adaptés à leurs besoins et défis spécifiques.

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

maîtrise

maîtrise

Ex: A master's degree can open up more job opportunities and higher salaries in many fields.Un **diplôme de master** peut ouvrir davantage d'opportunités d'emploi et des salaires plus élevés dans de nombreux domaines.

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.

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

école publique

école publique

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

Ex: Single-sex education is still common in some private schools.

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

école publique, école d'État

école publique, école d'État

Ex: She works as a math teacher at a state school, where she loves inspiring students from diverse backgrounds .Elle travaille comme professeur de mathématiques dans une **école publique**, où elle aime inspirer des étudiants issus de milieux divers.

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

devoirs, devoirs maison

devoirs, devoirs maison

Ex: He struggled to balance his coursework with part-time work and extracurricular activities .Il a eu du mal à équilibrer ses **devoirs** avec son travail à temps partiel et ses activités extrascolaires.

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
[nom]

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

jardin d'enfants, école maternelle

jardin d'enfants, école maternelle

Ex: She goes to nursery five mornings a week .Elle va à la **crèche** cinq matins par semaine.

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

école primaire, école élémentaire

école primaire, école élémentaire

Ex: He recalled his years at primary school as being filled with fun and learning .Il se souvient de ses années à **l'école primaire** comme étant remplies d'amusement et d'apprentissage.

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

collège, lycée

collège, lycée

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 .Dans certains pays, les étudiants doivent passer des examens standardisés à la fin de l'**école secondaire** pour être admis à l'université ou pour obtenir leur diplôme d'études secondaires.

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

école privée

école privée

Ex: Private schools often have more resources compared to public institutions .Les **écoles privées** ont souvent plus de ressources que les institutions publiques.
college
[nom]

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

université

université

Ex: The college campus is known for its vibrant student life , with numerous clubs and activities to participate in .Le **campus universitaire** est connu pour sa vie étudiante dynamique, avec de nombreux clubs et activités auxquels participer.

to support oneself financially while completing a course of study

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