The sector or social field that includes all institutions and activities related to education, teaching, and learning. This includes schools, universities, vocational training, adult education, and the related administration and policy, among other things.
example
Die Digitalisierung stellt den gesamten Bildungsbereich vor neue Herausforderungen.
Digitalization is presenting the entire education sector with new challenges.
Usage tips
Compound word
This word is made up of 'Bildung' (education) and 'Bereich' (area/sector). The 's' between them is a linking sound that connects the parts. It literally means 'the area of education.'
EXAMPLE
Sie hat viele Jahre im Bildungsbereich gearbeitet.
She worked in the education sector for many years.
Productive word ending
The base word '-bereich' (-area/-sector) is very productive and is attached to many other nouns to describe a sector. When you see '-bereich', it usually refers to an entire field or subject area.
EXAMPLE
Auch im Gesundheitsbereich gibt es viele Herausforderungen.
There are also many challenges in the healthcare sector.
Formal usage
'Bildungsbereich' (education sector) is a fairly formal and abstract term. You often find it in the news, political discussions, and specialist texts.
EXAMPLE
Die Regierung plant neue Investitionen in den gesamten Bildungsbereich.
The government is planning new investments in the entire education sector.
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near_synonym · confusable
Bildungsbereich vs Bildungssystem
education system
'Bildungssystem' and 'Bildungsbereich' both have to do with education, learning, and the related institutions. 'Bildungssystem' refers to the organized structure with rules, institutions, and pathways, for example from school to university. 'Bildungsbereich' is more general and describes a social field or area of work, similar to the health sector or transport sector. The words can be confused because both are very broad. If you mean the organization of a country, use 'Bildungssystem'. If you are talking about work, policy, or developments around education, 'Bildungsbereich' often fits.
Bildungsbereich
Amira arbeitet seit drei Jahren im Bildungsbereich und plant Kurse für Erwachsene.
Amira has worked in the education sector for three years and plans courses for adults.
Bildungssystem
Das Bildungssystem in diesem Land bietet nach der Schule mehrere Wege in den Beruf.
The education system in this country offers several paths into work after school.