Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First) - Wetenschap, Onderwijs & Verkenning

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course

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

cursus, les

Ex: The university offers a course in computer programming for beginners .De universiteit biedt een **cursus** computerprogrammeren voor beginners aan.

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expedition

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

expeditie, missie

Ex: The space agency launched an expedition to explore Mars and search for signs of life .Het ruimteagentschap lanceerde een **expeditie** om Mars te verkennen en te zoeken naar tekenen van leven.

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rocket

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

raket

Ex: The rocket’s engines ignited , generating the thrust needed to overcome Earth 's gravity and reach space .De motoren van de **raket** ontstoken, waardoor de stuwkracht werd gegenereerd die nodig was om de zwaartekracht van de aarde te overwinnen en de ruimte te bereiken.

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scientific

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to or based on the principles and methods of science

wetenschappelijk

Ex: Evolutionary theory is supported by a vast body of scientific evidence from various disciplines , including biology , geology , and genetics .De evolutietheorie wordt ondersteund door een grote hoeveelheid **wetenschappelijk** bewijs uit verschillende disciplines, waaronder biologie, geologie en genetica.

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to research

[werkwoord]

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

onderzoeken, bestuderen

Ex: The students researched different sources for their science project .De studenten **onderzochten** verschillende bronnen voor hun wetenschapsproject.

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to educate

[werkwoord]

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

onderwijzen, opvoeden

Ex: She was educated at a prestigious university .Ze werd **opgeleid** aan een prestigieuze universiteit.

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educational

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

intended to provide knowledge or facilitate learning

educatief, onderwijskundig

Ex: Online educational platforms offer courses on a wide range of subjects , from photography to computer programming .Online **educatieve** platforms bieden cursussen aan over een breed scala aan onderwerpen, van fotografie tot computerprogrammering.

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finding

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

bevinding, ontdekking

Ex: Their finding suggested that diet plays a major role in health outcomes .Hun **bevinding** suggereerde dat voeding een grote rol speelt in gezondheidsresultaten.

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qualification

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

diploma, kwalificatie

Ex: He did n’t finish school and has no formal qualifications.Hij heeft de school niet afgemaakt en heeft geen formele **kwalificaties**.

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inventor

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

uitvinder, schepper

Ex: Alexander Graham Bell , the inventor of the telephone , forever changed the way people communicate over long distances .Alexander Graham Bell, de **uitvinder** van de telefoon, heeft voor altijd veranderd hoe mensen over lange afstanden communiceren.

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bachelor's degree

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

bachelordiploma, bachelorgraad

Ex: He worked hard for four years to complete his bachelor’s degree in engineering.Hij werkte vier jaar hard om zijn **bachelordiploma** in de techniek te behalen.

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boarding school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a school where students live and study during the school year

internaat, kostschool

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 .Veel **internaten** bieden een verscheidenheid aan buitenschoolse activiteiten, van sport tot kunst, waardoor studenten hun interesses kunnen verkennen en nieuwe vaardigheden kunnen ontwikkelen buiten het klaslokaal.

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distance learning

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

afstandsonderwijs

Ex: Some people find distance learning challenging due to a lack of direct interaction .Sommige mensen vinden **afstandsonderwijs** uitdagend vanwege een gebrek aan directe interactie.

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to fall behind

[werkwoord]

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

achterblijven, achterlopen

Ex: If we do n't adapt , we 'll fall behind permanently .Als we ons niet aanpassen, zullen we permanent **achterblijven**.

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higher education

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hoger onderwijs, universitair onderwijs

Ex: Higher education is a long-term investment that can lead to personal and professional growth .**Hoger onderwijs** is een langetermijninvestering die kan leiden tot persoonlijke en professionele groei.

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intensive course

[Zinsdeel]

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.

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to keep up

[werkwoord]

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

op de hoogte blijven, bijblijven

Ex: In the rapidly evolving tech industry , it 's crucial to keep up with the latest advancements and trends .In de snel evoluerende techindustrie is het cruciaal om **bij te blijven** met de nieuwste ontwikkelingen en trends.

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by heart

[Zinsdeel]

by relying only on one's memory

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

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mature student

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

volwassen student, niet-traditionele student

Ex: The support services for mature students include academic advising , career counseling , and workshops tailored to their specific needs and challenges .De ondersteuningsdiensten voor **volwassen studenten** omvatten academisch advies, loopbaanbegeleiding en workshops die zijn afgestemd op hun specifieke behoeften en uitdagingen.

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master's degree

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

masterdiploma, mastergraad

Ex: A master's degree can open up more job opportunities and higher salaries in many fields.Een **masterdiploma** kan meer banen en hogere salarissen in veel velden openen.

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to meet a deadline

[Zinsdeel]

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.

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to play truant

[Zinsdeel]

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.

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public school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

openbare school

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single-sex education

[Zinsdeel]

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

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

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state school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

staatschool, openbare school

Ex: She works as a math teacher at a state school, where she loves inspiring students from diverse backgrounds .Ze werkt als wiskundelerares op een **openbare school**, waar ze graag studenten van diverse achtergronden inspireert.

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coursework

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

cursuswerk, academische taken

Ex: He struggled to balance his coursework with part-time work and extracurricular activities .Hij had moeite om zijn **cursuswerk** in evenwicht te brengen met parttime werk en buitenschoolse activiteiten.

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to take a year out

[Zinsdeel]

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.

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nursery

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

peuterspeelzaal, kleuterschool

Ex: She goes to nursery five mornings a week .Ze gaat vijf ochtenden per week naar de **kinderopvang**.

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primary school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

basisschool, lagere school

Ex: He recalled his years at primary school as being filled with fun and learning .Hij herinnerde zich zijn jaren op de **basisschool** als gevuld met plezier en leren.

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secondary school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

middelbare school, secundaire school

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 .In sommige landen moeten studenten aan het einde van de **middelbare school** gestandaardiseerde examens afleggen om in aanmerking te komen voor toelating tot de universiteit of om hun middelbare schooldiploma te ontvangen.

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private school

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

privéschool, particuliere onderwijsinstelling

Ex: Private schools often have more resources compared to public institutions .**Particuliere scholen** hebben vaak meer middelen in vergelijking met openbare instellingen.

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college

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

universiteit, faculteit

Ex: The college campus is known for its vibrant student life , with numerous clubs and activities to participate in .De **universiteitscampus** staat bekend om zijn bruisende studentenleven, met tal van clubs en activiteiten om aan deel te nemen.

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to work one's way through something

[Zinsdeel]

to support oneself financially while completing a course of study

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

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Cambridge English: FCE (B2 First)

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