prerequisites

Definitions

Things that are required as a prior condition for something else to happen or exist.

Courses or requirements that must be completed before a student is permitted to enroll in a more advanced subject.

Examples

A solid understanding of basic algebra is one of the prerequisites for this advanced calculus course.

Before you can apply for the internship, you must ensure that you have completed all the necessary academic prerequisites.

Synonyms

requirements necessities conditions preconditions essentials qualifications stipulations

Antonyms

options extras nonessentials unnecessary additions optional requirements trivialities