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

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

a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject

Ex: The company provided a training course for all new employees .

a journey carefully organized for a specific purpose, such as exploration or research

Ex: Equipment was loaded for the scientific expedition .
rocket [noun]

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

Ex: The space agency celebrated the successful test of a prototype rocket intended for future Mars missions .
scientific [adjective]

relating to or based on the principles and methods of science

Ex: Climate change is a pressing scientific issue that requires collaborative efforts from researchers worldwide .

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

Ex: She researched various travel destinations before planning her vacation .

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

Ex: Teachers work hard to educate their students .
educational [adjective]

intended to provide knowledge or facilitate learning

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finding [noun]

a piece of information discovered as a result of a research

Ex: His finding on the chemical reaction led to a breakthrough in the experiment .

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

Ex: The job requires a qualification in computer science .
inventor [noun]

someone who makes or designs something that did not exist before

Ex: The inventor of the smartphone revolutionized the way we communicate and access information .

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

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a school where students live and study during the school year

Ex: Boarding school can be a transformative experience for many students , providing them with opportunities for personal growth and independence away from home .

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

Ex: She completed her degree through distance learning while traveling abroad .

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

Ex: We risk falling behind other nations in green tech .

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

Ex: Higher education institutions often offer scholarships to help students afford tuition .

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

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

Ex: As a journalist , she reads multiple newspapers daily to keep up with current events .
by heart [phrase]

by relying only on one's memory

Ex: The actor memorized his lines by heart .

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

Ex: The university offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate the diverse needs of mature students who may be balancing work , family , and studies .

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

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

Ex: She has played truant three times this month .

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

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

Ex: Unlike private institutions , state schools are accessible to everyone , regardless of their economic background .

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

Ex: Students are expected to submit their coursework by the deadline to receive full credit .

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

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nursery [noun]

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

Ex: In the UK , children often attend nursery before reception class .

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

Ex: In the UK , children typically start primary school at the age of five .

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

Ex: The curriculum in secondary school typically includes a mix of core subjects , such as mathematics , science , and literature , along with elective courses that allow students to explore their passions .

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

Ex: The cost of tuition at a private school can be quite high .
college [noun]

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

Ex: The college offers a wide range of courses , from business administration to computer science .