The ranking of Chinese universities has always attracted the attention of students and parents. As time goes on, competition between universities has become fiercer, and rankings have become more important. Therefore, for students who are about to take the college entrance examination, knowing the ranking of each university is very helpful for choosing their favorite universities.
The 2024 university rankings have finally been revealed, so let's find out. It's no surprise that Tsinghua University and Peking University remain firmly in first and second place in this list, after all, they have always been the top universities in China. However, it is surprising that Zhejiang University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University did not make it into the top three. On the contrary, the University of Science and Technology of China and Fudan University successfully counterattacked, ranking third and fourth. Fudan University's counterattack this time is really impressive. Zhejiang University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University are tied for fifth place with Nanjing University. This time, the ranking of Nanjing University has not changed much, and it has maintained the level of previous years. It is followed by the Chinese People's University in eighth place. The ninth place is the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, followed by Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. It can be said that the universities that can be among the top 10 are already the dragon among people.
It is worth noting that in addition to the overall ranking, the choice of major is also very important for students. For some candidates, they may be more concerned about the ranking of a particular major at the university they are applying to. Because different schools have different majors, the strength may not be exactly the same. Therefore, it is very important to understand the various universities and related majors before filling in the application.
In addition to the importance of university rankings, there was a recent incident that has caused a lot of discussion. In a live broadcast, education celebrity Zhang Xuefeng expressed his views, which touched many people. He pointed out the fact that liberal arts majors are engaged in the service industry, citing the example of the "service" industry. The remarks sparked controversy, with some arguing that he disrespected liberal arts students, believing that liberal arts were useless and would only be a "smiley face" in the service industry. Others believe that this is an objective description, and that the employment direction of liberal arts students is indeed skewed towards the service industry. In a later response, Zhang Xuefeng explained that he only wanted students to have an understanding of the chosen industry before choosing a major. In this way, you can avoid misjudging your career development in the future.
My views on the above topics are diverse. First of all, we cannot ignore the importance and value of liberal arts. Liberal arts majors cultivate students' critical thinking skills, expression skills, communication skills, etc., which are the core qualities required by modern society. Regardless of the industry, these qualities are crucial. Second, the "service" industry mentioned by Zhang Xuefeng should not be belittled. The service industry is also an indispensable part of the functioning of society, and there are many hidden potentials and opportunities in it. Again, when choosing a major, it is true that there is a need for in-depth research and understanding of the field that you are passionate about and interested in. Only by truly knowing and loving what you are doing can you make a difference in it.
Ultimately, university rankings and major choices are all about finding the right path for you. Everyone has their own strengths and interests, and when choosing a university or major, you should make informed decisions based on your own circumstances and future development prospects. Whether it's a university that ends up in the top three or a so-called "service" industry, with careful thought and hard work, it is possible to achieve great achievements and success.