In today's society, as more and more people have access to higher education, the depreciation of academic qualifications has become a problem that cannot be ignored. Over the past 30 years, the recognition of academic qualifications has changed dramatically, from the unattainable secondary school degree in the 80s to the popular undergraduate degree today. In the context of this depreciation of academic qualifications, does it still make sense to take the postgraduate examination?The answer to this question needs to be based on the development plan of different individuals.
Independent thinking is one of the challenges facing contemporary education. Although undergraduate education typically takes 16 years of education, many graduates do not develop the ability to think independently and often even take a one-size-fits-all approach to things. The question of whether or not to go on to higher education is no exception. The proposition of education is to teach students according to their aptitude, everyone is an independent individual, and what is suitable for others may not be suitable for themselves. The same is true for personal development planning. Some people can spend four years in college and then go home and inherit the family business;But for people who don't have a family business and need to work their own, it is undoubtedly a very unwise choice to learn Xi and mix up with people who have the conditions. Therefore, whether or not it is necessary to take the postgraduate examination depends on the individual situation.
An individual's development plan varies from person to person. Although there are now success stories on the top of the list, and people generally believe that academic qualifications are the key to success, in real life, people who have only completed junior high school or vocational high school have not lost development opportunities. The academic path is essentially the same as other roads, both of which are a development model, and development naturally requires a certain amount of planning. The same is true for graduate school entrance examinations. Personally, I think there are two situations that require graduate school entrance examinations. The first is the situation that the professional attributes must be taken for postgraduate examination. For example, in medical majors, there are few undergraduate employment opportunities, and if you want to continue your education, you must take the postgraduate entrance examination or even study for a doctorate. So for medical students, whether or not to go to graduate school is not a question in itself. The second situation is the situation where personal development requires the entrance examination. For example, if someone plans to take the academic route, they cannot be satisfied with their undergraduate degree, but also need to actively take the postgraduate examination to develop themselves and improve themselves. In addition, if you have financial conditions and do not need to worry about your future, you can also stay in school for a few more years and get a master's and doctoral diploma. However, not all majors require graduate school entrance examinations, and it is not advisable to consider graduate school to avoid employment because you are unemployed after graduation. Therefore, the question of the depreciation of academic qualifications and whether it is worthwhile to go to graduate school needs to be judged on a case-by-case basis.
The essence of academic qualifications, like industrial products, can be extended indefinitely. In the case of bicycles, in the 80s, a worker might have to save months to buy a regular bicycle. And now, a worker only needs one day's salary to buy. The same goes for academic qualifications. With the increasing number of people pursuing higher education, secondary school qualifications, which were previously considered unattainable, are now widespread. This depreciation of academic qualifications is confusing and makes people think about the value of graduate school.
However, the depreciation of academic qualifications does not mean that academic qualifications are meaningless. Graduate school is still able to bring many benefits to personal development. First of all, for some highly specialized fields, a postgraduate degree is a necessary threshold. For example, in medicine, law and other majors, a postgraduate degree can provide more in-depth professional knowledge and skills training, thereby increasing employment competitiveness. Secondly, in the academic field, such as those who want to become professors or researchers, graduate school is the only way to go, which can not only improve academic ability, but also increase recognition in the academic community. In addition, the experience of independent research, teamwork and academic exchange at the postgraduate level can also cultivate students' comprehensive quality and problem-solving skills, and lay a solid foundation for future career development. In addition, for those who want to engage in scientific research and deepen their academic development, graduate school is an important opportunity to broaden their horizons and deepen their professional knowledge.
However, with all the advantages and benefits, graduate school is not for everyone. In the context of the depreciation of academic qualifications, we need to be soberly aware that academic qualifications are not the only sign of success, and career development should not be constrained by academic qualifications. When faced with the question of whether to go to graduate school, we need to consider our interests, strengths, and career plans, and make comprehensive trade-offs.
First, we need to recognize that academic qualifications are not a panacea. Sometimes, it's more important to have practical skills and work experience in the workplace. An undergraduate student may be more competitive than a graduate student if he or she has a wealth Xi of practical experience, professional skills, and excellent work ability. Secondly, we need to be clear about our career plan. If an individual's career goals don't require a graduate degree, then graduate school may not be appropriate. Moreover, at different stages of life, there are different academic needs and Xi needs, and we should choose according to our actual situation. Finally, we need to consider the impact of graduate school on our personal lives and finances. Graduate school requires a certain amount of time, energy, and money investment, which causes a certain amount of stress in life. If you have limited personal living conditions or are under high financial pressure, graduate school may put unnecessary burdens on yourself and your family.
To sum up, in the context of the depreciation of academic qualifications, it makes sense to go to graduate school is a complex issue. The nature and role of academic qualifications are diverse, as are personal development plans and career goals. When facing this problem, we should fully realize that academic qualifications are not the only sign of success, but need to be reasonably weighed according to our own circumstances. It is only through deep thinking and comprehensive evaluation that we can make decisions that meet the needs of individual development.