core classes

Mandatory curriculum subjects

Core classes are the required foundational courses in a degree program or curriculum, as opposed to electives.

In high school, core classes typically include English, math, science, and social studies.

In college, they form the general education requirements students must complete regardless of major: I'm still finishing my core classes before I can focus on film courses.

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