Competence-based curriculum development in higher education is a globalized concept that focuses on preparing students for the world of work through the acquisition and development of competencies. Competency refers to the ability to perform tasks to a defined standard and involves more than just learning skills. Competence-based education relates education to the world of work and is increasingly being adopted by universities, especially in fields with direct professional relevance like medicine, engineering, and law. While some criticisms of competence-based education exist, it can help make education more relevant if implemented carefully with attention to both disciplinary knowledge and generic competencies.

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