Increasingly, graduates of Russian schools choose to study in China. Thanks to the rapprochement of our countries and the active establishment of relations, cooperation with the countries of the East is gaining more and more popularity. From our article you will learn how to study at universities in China.
Features of higher education in China
Currently, there are more than a hundred higher education institutions in China. All of them are under state control, and therefore the cost of education here is not too high. On average, a student has to pay from three to six thousand US dollars a year. Applicants can choose any direction for themselves - pedagogical, technical, linguistic, medical and much more. However, future students should be aware of the important features that distinguish studying in China from Russian. We are talking about the popularity of narrow specializations that have an applied or technical focus. For example, here you can get a diploma of a medical specialist, an installer of a particularequipment and others of the same kind. However, the profession of a lawyer, manager or banker is not very popular here. However, you can find the faculty you are interested in in any case. The second feature is that when choosing a faculty, you do not need to look at the name of the educational institution. Quite often, departments of business or economics work at a technical university. The same is true for the reverse situation. And in any case, all teachers and professors are excellent specialists, giving students relevant knowledge.
Study in China after Grade 11
The academic year at local universities begins, as in Russia, on September 1. Documents from applicants are accepted in February and March, but the future student must receive a response from the host before this time. Therefore, we recommend that you take care of all the necessary documents as early as January. Most universities enroll students without exams, but require a high school diploma and a foreign language proficiency certificate. The most interesting thing is that you can not learn Chinese in advance, but enroll in one of the English-language programs. When applying, it should be borne in mind that the Chinese side can conduct a language test, and usually it is quite difficult. Therefore, it is better to start special preparation for this exam in advance.
Required documents
- First of all, you should fill out the application form for admission to the university.
- Original and copy of the certificate, as well as notarizedcertified translation of the document into English or Chinese.
- Recommendation letters.
- Motivational letter.
- Certificate confirming good knowledge of English.
- Proof of financial solvency.
- A portfolio may be required for a creative profession.
Each student is provided with a hostel, however, this condition is met if the application is made in advance. Therefore, to avoid misunderstandings, you should fill out the required form in advance.
Preparatory Courses
Before starting basic education in China, universities offer students special courses where they can learn languages. Even if you have chosen an English-language program, you still have to learn Chinese. Therefore, many students take preparatory courses for a year or two, and only then begin to study the main disciplines.
Living conditions
As a rule, studying at universities in China for foreign students is quite comfortable. Student campuses are small towns where, in addition to hostels, there are libraries, sports complexes, cafes and restaurants. Standard rooms are equipped with all necessary conditions - TV, refrigerator, bathroom and, of course, Internet access. Superior rooms include a split system, a washing machine and other accessories. A separate pride of China is its security. Of course, petty thieves andhooligans can be found here, as in any other country in the world. But serious crimes are rarely reported. Even the police do not have the right to detain citizens without a good reason, not to mention the customary check of documents in Russia. Perhaps that is why the parents of students from Russia let their children go to study with peace of mind.
Language courses
Education in China for Russians most often begins with learning the language. Therefore, schoolchildren are strongly recommended to visit this country in advance to get acquainted with its features, culture and traditions. Currently, there are many offers for prospective students that provide an opportunity to improve their speaking skills and combine study with fun, sightseeing, as well as choosing a university. Such a trip is best organized during the summer or winter holidays, and maybe during the holidays of the parents.
Student reviews
Russian citizens who have decided to get an education in China note the high discipline among students and teachers. Everything related to the sciences is surrounded by respect and reverence in the Celestial Empire. The high authority of mentors is deserved and tested over the years. All teachers have excellent training and rich teaching experience. What else do students studying in China say? Reviews about the ways of presenting the material and its presentation are the most positive. The students also state that the studyChinese in the "field" conditions gives an excellent result. Some of them even recommend not to learn the language in Russia, since there are few good teachers and later problems with pronunciation arise. An important fact that makes studying in China comfortable is a friendly attitude towards Russians. This can be explained by the similar mentality that developed during the Soviet Union and the policy of the two states aimed at bringing the West and East closer.
