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Explore the dynamic developments in graduate education in China from its early stages to the present, covering characteristics, data insights, and strategic approaches. Gain insights into the evolution of graduate programs, enrollment statistics, authorization systems, quality assurance measures, and international collaborations. Discover the growth in graduate schools, administrative structures, and key strategies for refining and enhancing China's graduate education system for the future.
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Developments of Graduate Education in China Mr. Li Jun Deputy Director-General Dept. of Graduate Studies Ministry of Education, China
Development stages • Characteristics • Development strategies
Data of graduate education in China • 1977 – now: 240,000 PhDs, 1,870,000 Masters • Enrolled university students: 1,200,000 • 300 authorized institutions offering PhD programs • 600 authorized institutions offering Master programs
Development stages • 1951-1965: 20,000 graduate students recruited • Increase of graduate students 1977: 10,000 1998: 80,000 2009: 470,000
Characteristics • Authorization system – Degree Committee of the State Council • Independent & complete Master programs • PhD education characterized by coursework & research • Diverse modes of graduate education: - professional degree - academic degree • Quality assurance in graduate education
Characteristics • Graduate Schools - establishment & approval - 56 Schools: 70% PhDs, 55% Masters • Administration structure - central government - local government - universities & research institutions • International cooperation in graduate education - 34 countries: mutual recognition of academic degrees - 5000 postgraduate scholarships for Chinese students - 3000 postgraduate scholarships for overseas students
Development strategies • Refinement of China’s graduate education - modes - resource allocation - regional development • Quality improvement • Institutional reform