With the development of society, academic qualifications have gradually depreciated to a certain extent, and many students choose to improve their academic qualifications through continuous learning in order to pursue a better future. However, despite the competitive advantages of a graduate degree in the job market, not all undergraduates are able to adapt to the stress and learning style of graduate school. This article will analyze the gap between undergraduate and graduate students from different perspectives, and quote the views of Professor Zhang Xuefeng to share his unique views on this issue.
As employers increase their requirements for talents, many jobs have higher threshold requirements for graduate degrees. This has led to many undergraduates experiencing difficulties in the job search process, which is one of the reasons why many students choose to continue their graduate studies. With the rise of the graduate examination craze, the number of graduate students is increasing year by year, and the competition is becoming more and more fierce. However, even after a year of hard work in preparing for the exam, there are still many students who are unable to successfully land on the shore, which makes them feel helpless and frustrated.
However, from another perspective, while academic qualifications have a certain influence on job searches, not all positions have mandatory requirements for graduate qualifications. In fact, many employment opportunities are still open to undergraduates, as long as they can demonstrate good professional knowledge and practical skills. Therefore, undergraduates should not rely too much on academic qualifications, but should improve their employability by developing practical skills.
Mr. Zhang Xuefeng mentioned in the live broadcast that the reason why employers pay attention to graduate degrees is not only that students have graduate status and diplomas, but also that they value the learning and growth process experienced during graduate school. During graduate school, the supervisor will assign students relevant project tasks that students need to complete and report on progress and possible problems encountered in weekly meetings. By working on research projects, students not only gain practical experience, but also develop problem-solving skills, which will help them get up to speed and solve problems in their future work.
However, at the undergraduate level, many students have a more casual attitude towards learning due to the lighter academic load. They may skip classes or have poor attendance, and many will only pass the grade rather than pursue further study. In contrast, graduate students are more demanding, with students taking their studies more seriously and being ready to respond to tasks assigned by their supervisors. Therefore, while graduate students are not expected to produce fruitful results during their research, this learning process is important for students' growth and employment. At the same time, during the postgraduate period, students will follow the supervisor to conduct project research, and will be exposed to some cutting-edge knowledge, which will have a positive impact on their future employment and career development.
However, undergraduates do not need to feel frustrated or feel inferior because even without a graduate degree, they still have the opportunity to improve their abilities and knowledge through continuous learning and practice. In addition, for students who are not interested in scientific research or who have chosen a popular major during their undergraduate years, they are likely not suitable for graduate school. Due to the high demand in the job market, they have more opportunities to be directly employed after graduating from the bachelor's degree and accumulate their abilities and experience through practical work experience.
In my opinion, academic qualifications are not the only criterion for measuring a person's overall quality and ability. Although a graduate degree has certain advantages in certain positions, it does not mean that graduate students are better than undergraduates. Different educational backgrounds bring different abilities and potentials, and the scientific research training during the postgraduate period is indeed very helpful for cultivating students' practical ability and problem-solving ability. However, there are many other opportunities for undergraduates to build their abilities and improve their competitiveness through practical work experience.
Therefore, I believe that students should consider their own circumstances and career goals when making the decision to go to graduate school, and not blindly pursue academic qualifications. Whether you choose to go to graduate school or go straight to work, the most important thing is to establish a clear career plan, continue to work hard in your chosen field and improve your practical ability. Both undergraduate and graduate students should continue to learn and explore, and constantly develop their professional abilities and qualities in order to stand out in the highly competitive workplace and achieve better development and achievement.
In short, academic qualifications are important, but they are not the only measure of a person's ability. There are differences between undergraduate and graduate students in their learning styles and practical abilities, but this does not mean that undergraduate students are inferior to graduate students. Regardless of the path chosen, students should continue to work hard and continuously improve their abilities to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future. Ultimately, career development is closely related to personal effort and strength, rather than simply relying on academic qualifications.