With the number of applicants for the 2024 graduate exam falling by 360,000, the national threshold for postgraduate entrance examinations is likely to decline, which will increase the chances of many students being admitted to other institutions. At the same time, due to the increase in the number of exempted students in colleges and universities, the difficulty of the overall examination will not decrease, which is still a huge challenge for candidates who want to go ashore.
There are differences between master's and professional master's degrees in terms of training mode, cost and social recognition. First of all, the cost is the problem, the tuition fee of the master's degree is relatively high, and the financial burden of the student during the graduate school will be much greater than that of the master's degree. Although there is a scholarship subsidy, whether it can fully offset the high tuition fee of the master's degree depends on the specific situation.
In addition to the financial burden, the recognition of the master's degree in society is also relatively high, especially in the field of scientific research. The master's degree has higher requirements for students' scientific research ability and academic level, and the examination of students is also more strict. The professional master's degree focuses on cultivating students' practical ability, and it is relatively easy to graduate overall. In the job market, master's degrees are also more competitive.
In recent years, a number of colleges and universities have announced that they will stop recruiting master's students from next year, and some master's programs have even been canceled. The Ministry of Education expects that by 2025, the proportion of master's degree students will reach more than 67% of the total enrollment. This trend reflects that the development prospects of professional masters in the future are very promising, and the status of professional masters may gradually decline.
This also worries many graduate students. Not only are the number of master's places decreasing, but the cost of postgraduate entrance examination is also increasing. Many colleges and universities have stopped providing dormitories for graduate students, resulting in an increase in the cost of student accommodation. At the same time, due to the expansion of the enrollment of professional masters, the overall difficulty of the postgraduate entrance examination may also increase, and many professional and master's exams have been changed to English 1, which will bring more pressure to candidates.
For candidates, choosing a master's degree or a professional master's degree is a question that needs to be seriously considered. Master's and master's degrees have their own advantages and disadvantages, and an individual's choice should take into account factors such as their own interests, abilities, and career plans.
First of all, if the economic conditions allow, choosing a master's degree can better cultivate academic ability and research level, which is a good choice for candidates who want to enter the field of scientific research or develop in the academic world. The choice of professional and master's degree focuses on cultivating practical ability and professionalism, which is suitable for candidates who want to engage in practical work or improve their professional competitiveness.
Secondly, for candidates who have a clear career plan, they should choose based on the major they apply for and the needs of future employment. Understand the employment situation, industry prospects, and requirements for a master's degree or a master's degree in the major, so that you can make a better decision.
Finally, in the face of changes in graduate examinations and the differences between master's and professional masters, candidates need to do sufficient research and preparation in advance. Don't just follow the trend, but make smart choices based on your own situation and career plan to avoid regrets and wasted time.
To sum up, there are obvious differences between master's and professional masters in terms of training mode, cost and social recognition. Choosing the type of graduate degree that suits you is something that every candidate has to think about and weigh seriously. Regardless of the type of degree you choose, you should fully understand your interests and career plans, and make decisions that meet your development needs to ensure that your graduate career will be smoother and more successful.