General:
* Parcours d'études: This is the most common and general translation, meaning "path of studies".
* Filière: This refers to a specific academic field or track of study, like "science stream".
* Parcours scolaire: This emphasizes the school-related aspect of the course of study.
Specific to a particular field:
* Cursus (masculine): Used for professional or academic programs, like "legal cursus".
* Formation (feminine): Used for training or education, like "formation en informatique".
Formal contexts:
* Cycle d'études: Means "cycle of studies", typically used for university programs.
The best translation will depend on the specific context and the nuance you wish to convey.