Next year, the graduate student association will face a "Waterloo", and many colleges and universities have issued notices, which are difficult for parents to accept
What are the "obstacles" that graduate students may face next year?As a way to improve academic qualifications, broaden employment channels, and realize personal value, the postgraduate entrance examination has attracted many college students. However, the road has not been smooth, and in addition to the arduous preparation and fierce competition, there are various policy changes and difficult challenges to face.
Recently, a number of colleges and universities have issued notices to set up a series of new "roadblocks" for the 24th graduating students, involving issues such as accommodation, tuition fees, and scholarships.
These notices have sparked a strong response from students and parents, with some questioning the significance of the postgraduate entrance examination, some worrying about the cost of the postgraduate examination, and others calling for more attention and support from the education department.
So, what kind of "Waterloo" will graduate students face next year?What are the reasons for these notices?How should graduate students and their parents deal with these difficulties?
For example, the tuition fee for computer science at Shanghai Jiao Tong University** is 120,000 yuan, while the tuition fee for artificial intelligence is about 150,000 yuan. For many families, this is undoubtedly a significant financial burden.
In addition, the reduction of scholarships has become a problem. Some universities have revealed that due to financial constraints, they will adjust the scholarships for certain majors or types of graduate students, and reduce or cancel some awards or amounts.
For example, a graduate student at Zhejiang University broke the news that despite the tuition fee, the scholarship did not increase accordingly, but decreased.
These "Waterloos" have undoubtedly brought great distress and pressure to next year's graduate students. Not only do they have to face the problems of school Xi and life after entering school, but they also have to bear a higher financial burden. Some candidates even expressed that they would consider giving up the postgraduate examination or dropping out.
So, what is the reason for these notices issued by universities?What are their considerations?The author believes that there are several main reasons:
Increase in the number of graduate students. In recent years, the number of graduate students has been rising, from 4.57 million in 2022 to 4.74 million in 2023. Although the increase is modest, it has put serious pressure on all sides.
The difference between a professional master and a master's degree. There are two types of postgraduate examinations: professional and master's, and the training and Xi direction of the two are different. For students who are interested in academic research and want to engage in scientific research in the future, most of them will choose a master's degree. Even if they are not engaged in scientific research, they can choose to become university teachers, and employment is not a problem. Students who choose a master's degree are more inclined to improve their academic qualifications and are more willing to work in the society in the future. Therefore, there is also a difference in the treatment of professional and master's degrees in colleges and universities.
The reform of quality education and test-oriented education has always been the focus of the education department, emphasizing the cultivation of students' core literacy and comprehensive ability, rather than simply pursuing scores and academic qualifications. Therefore, subjects such as physical education, fine arts, and ** have been introduced in important examinations such as the high school entrance examination and the college entrance examination.
These subjects not only promote students' physical and mental health and aesthetic taste, but also broaden their knowledge and horizons. Similarly, after graduate admission, the school requires students to participate in courses such as sports, minds, English, etc. These courses not only enhance students' physique, morality, language and other qualities, but also enhance their comprehensive competitiveness and international vision.
Therefore, universities encourage graduate students to participate more in extracurricular activities and social practice by not providing accommodation, rather than focusing only on professional courses.
In the face of these "Waterloos", how should graduate students and parents respond?Here are a few suggestions:
Continue to study Xi and work hard: Graduate school entrance examination is a long-term, arduous and risky undertaking that requires a clear understanding and full preparation. Through continuous learning and Xi and hard work to improve their knowledge level and competitiveness, to achieve their ideals and goals.
Adjust your mindset and expectations: Graduate school entrance exams are complex and changeable, and you can't go according to plan. It is necessary to have adaptability and flexible strategies, adjust mindsets and expectations, cope with various difficulties and challenges, and grasp opportunities and advantages.
Ask for help and support: Graduate school entrance examination is a cause that requires cooperation, mutual assistance, and resources, and cannot be fought alone. Be aware and skilled in communication, seek help and support from others, access more information and resources, and increase confidence and motivation.
Overall, graduate students may face a "Waterloo", but this does not mean that graduate school entrance examination has lost its meaning or hope. Rather, it is an opportunity to test and stimulate potential. As long as you face up to problems, respond positively, and persist in learning Xi, you can overcome difficulties and realize your dreams.