3. Education

This collection of flashcards includes vocabulary terms and their definitions related to education, societal issues, and personal development, which are crucial for review before the exam.

academic results

the outcomes or grades achieved in educational assessments.

single-sex schools

educational institutions that are designed for only one gender.

co-ed schools

schools that educate both boys and girls together.

to be genuinely passionate about …

to have a deep and sincere interest in something.

a career path

a course of action or a route taken in one’s professional life.

be equipped with …

to possess the necessary tools or resources.

a variety of skills and abilities

different types of competencies and talents.

to be of use

to serve a purpose; to be useful.

take a gap year

to pause formal education for a year to gain experience.

face various challenges

to encounter different difficulties or obstacles.

culture shock

the feeling of disorientation experienced when encountering a different culture.

language barriers

obstacles in communication due to differences in language.

distance learning programmes

educational courses offered remotely rather than in person.

to be suitable for …

to be appropriate or fitting for a particular purpose.

possess something

to have something as belonging to oneself.

single-gender schools

educational institutions for one gender.

have different views about …

to hold various opinions concerning a particular topic.

valuable life lessons

important teachings that result from experiences in life.

equip somebody with something

to provide someone with the necessary tools or resources.

in-depth knowledge

comprehensive and thorough understanding of a subject.

enter the labour market

to begin participating in the workforce.

drop out of school

to leave school before completing one's education.

remote areas

locations that are far from urban centers.

tuition fees

the cost paid for instruction at an educational institution.

develop social skills

to improve one’s ability to interact and communicate with others.

to be essential for …

to be absolutely necessary for a particular purpose.

core subjects

fundamental courses that are required for education.

ensure somebody something

to guarantee that someone receives something.

a stable job

a position of employment that is consistent and secure.

disruptive students

pupils who disturb the learning environment.

it is important for somebody to do something

a significant necessity for someone to take action.

deal with somebody

to handle or manage interactions with a person.

regardless of

without considering or being affected by; despite.

geographical location

the physical position or placement of a place on Earth.

gain a university qualification

to achieve a degree or certification from a university.

literacy rate

the percentage of people who can read and write.

have access to education

to have the opportunity to obtain schooling.

better education opportunities

improved chances for educational attainment.

escape poverty

to break free from a state of economic hardship.

proper vocational training

correct and effective instruction for specific careers.

tuition fees

the expenses incurred for instruction at educational institutions.

rural girls

young females living in countryside areas.

gain in-depth knowledge

to acquire a thorough understanding of a subject.

research something

to investigate or study a subject in detail.

well-educated

having received a good formal education.

has access to …

to be able to obtain or make use of something.

make significant contributions to …

to provide important input or help in a particular area.

get a deeper insight into

to understand something at a more profound level.

foreign films

movies produced outside one’s home country.

custom

a traditional and widely accepted way of behaving.

concentrate on something

to focus attention on a particular task or subject.

early relationships

initial emotional or romantic connections during youth.

prevent somebody from doing something

to stop someone from taking an action.

catch up with

to reach or come to the same level as others.

peer

a person of the same age or status.

to be at a higher risk of …

to have an increased likelihood of encountering danger or adverse effects.