Meaning of the word practicum in English

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practicum

US /prækˈtɪk.əm/
UK /ˈpræktɪkəm/
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Noun

a practical section of a course of study

Example:
The nursing students completed their practicum at the local hospital.
Enrollment in the practicum is limited to 15 students.