academic programs

University course offerings

Academic programs are structured courses of study offered by educational institutions, typically leading to a degree, certificate, or credential.

A university's academic programs might include biology, economics, or nursing.

The term encompasses everything from undergraduate majors to doctoral specializations: The college is expanding its academic programs in data science.

Program requirements usually specify which courses students must complete.

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curricular vs. extracurricular activities

academic programsextracurricular activities

Non-academic school pursuits

extracurriculars · student clubs · sports programs · athletics · intramural sports

formal vs. informal learning

academic programsself-study

Learning independently, without guidance

life experience · learning by doing · street smarts · self-education · self-directed learning

theoretical vs. practical training

academic programsvocational training

Job-skill education

apprenticeships · technical training · on-the-job training · job training · vocational programs

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