Round Table China Blacklisted students? The postgrad enrollment dilemma.
Nov 27, 2024
The podcast delves into the complexities of postgraduate admissions in China, spotlighting the controversial blacklisting of students who decline offers. Guests discuss emotional challenges faced by applicants and examine ethical implications surrounding commitments, including cultural perceptions of credibility. The conversation also touches on the ramifications of public shaming for blacklisted students and contrasts these practices with Western approaches, calling for a more equitable communication system to benefit both students and universities.
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Two Admission Routes
- Students gain admission to graduate schools through a national exam or recommendation.
- The recommendation route bypasses the exam for top undergraduates.
Student's Dilemma
- Recommended students, despite being high-achievers, face uncertainty in the selection process.
- They may wait for multiple schools' decisions, complicating their choices.
Alternative Opportunities
- Straight-A students also have opportunities beyond academia, such as civil servant positions.
- These external offers can influence their graduate school decisions.