Study in China
China is one of
the most fascinating countries in the world with an intriguing
culture. The mother tongue of the country, Chinese is also as
captivating as it can get. It is supposed to be one of the
hardest languages to learn and sometimes it is a little
difficult for international students to get a hang of it.
However, nonetheless China boasts of a lot of accomplished minds
from all spheres of discipline such as Martial arts, science and
technology, medicine, philosophy, etc.
EDUCATION SYSTEM
IN CHINA:
The education
system in china consists of Basic education, Higher education
and Adult education. Basic education comprises the regular
pre-school, primary and secondary education. Higher education
comprises of three or four year undergraduate programs in
academic or vocational branches. To secure admission in any of
the Chinese universities for undergraduate courses one must
either secure high scores in their secondary school examinations
or clear the entrance examinations of the respective
institution. While for post-graduate courses, one must be a
holder of a Bachelor’s degree or a three year diploma as the
minimum requirement.
ACCOMODATION FOR
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:
Universities in
China for example, offer international students halls of
residence which are guided by strict rules and regulations to
ensure discipline and the student’s safety. The facilities
available for the students vary from college to college;
however, it will be ensured that one’s basic requirements are
instantly met with. One can always choose to live in a private
apartment if affordable and convenient.
FINANCING
EDUCATION/COST CONSTRAINTS:
The universities
would be more than happy to offer one scholarships or bursaries
under the various schemes they have, if one ‘fits the bill’.
These scholarships cover one’s tuition fees, cost of
accommodation and living expenses. This amount ranges from
HK$10,000 to HK$100,000 depending on the nature of course one
chooses. The scholarship given in the first year will be
continued in the successive years on the condition that one
manages to get appreciable academic results.
BEST
UNIVERSITIES IN USA:
The University
of Hong-Kong which is located in china is also the best
university in Asia according to a recent survey done by the
OS.com in 2009. The Hong-Kong University of Science and
Technology, Peking
University, Nanjing
University, The Chinese university of Hong-Kong are also highly
acknowledged Universities of china.
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