China Higher EdIndustry Journal – Issue 12
August 2015
Issue 12 of CHE’s Industry Journal delivers up-to-date market intelligence, emerging opportunities and the latest news on China’s tertiary education and research sector.
This issue’s highlights include:
Feature Article:
- Designing the Optimal Curriculum for your Joint Program in China
Policy:
- State Council to Create National Standards for Occupational Certification
- China Eases Requirements for Foreign S&T Experts to Become Residents
General News:
- GIX, China’s First Joint Campus in the US
- Education Links Strengthened Between China and ASEAN Countries
- Performance Update for Listed Chinese Education Providers
- US Universities Dominate China’s Global University Ranking
R&D:
- China Embraces 3D Printing in Medicine, Education and Research
- Chinese Academy of Sciences Releases 2015 Academic Shortlist
And much more …
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Take a look at what’s inside…
- Feature Article: Designing the Optimal Curriculum for your Joint Program in China
In a competitive market it is important for joint programs to optimize learning by effectively tailoring their curriculum to meet student expectations without sacrificing quality. In light of a 2013 survey revealing that joint programs are failing key regulatory requirements, CHE provides an overview of MoE curriculum and teaching requirements for joint programs and institutes, and explores three existing curriculum design models in China. As the models differ with regards to cost, delivery and regulatory approval, selecting the right model is critical to meeting student expectations and delivering strong results. What is the right balance of foreign and local content? How can barriers of entry affect the quality of the curriculum? How important is a cohort’s language proficiency to curriculum design? This edition answers these questions and more to help joint program providers make informed decisions.
The Policy section in this issue includes:
- State Council to Create National Standards for Occupational Certification
In a bid to standardize and nationalize the occupational qualifications system in China, the State Council is abolishing hundreds of qualifications, professional standards and certification. In its place, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MoHRSS) will establish a list of occupations that require certification, along with national standards for certification.
- China Eases Requirements for Foreign S&T Experts to Become Residents
Foreigners working in the science and technology sector can now apply for permanent residence provided they meet certain requirements, according to new regulations issued by the Public Security Bureau (PSB) in a bid to encourage foreign participation.
This issue’s General News section includes:
- GIX, China’s First Joint Campus in the US
Tsinghua and Washington universities have joined forces with Microsoft to establish the Global Innovation eXchange institute (GIX). Backed by USD 40 million in seed funding from Microsoft, GIX is expected to undertake global recruitment, offer dual degrees and encourage partnerships with other universities, corporations and NGOs. GIX will open its doors in the fall of 2016.
- Education Links Strengthened Between China and ASEAN Countries
In early August, the Chinese Ministry of Education (MoE), Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Provincial Government of Guizhou co-hosted the 8th China-ASEAN Education Cooperation Week to deepen educational and cultural cooperation, as well as enhance better understanding between partnering countries. Over one hundred participating universities from ASEAN, Australia and Korea to discuss regional education objectives.
- Performance Update for Listed Chinese Education Providers
First quarters earnings from New Oriental Education and Technology Group, Education International Corporation’s prepares an IPO, Hailing Group becomes the first of its kind to be listed on the NASDAQ and Quantong Education receives a bail-out from their President following disappointing stock market performances.
- US Universities Dominate China’s Global University Ranking
The top 10 global universities remained virtually unchanged in the Academic Ranking of World Universities with Harvard taking the crown for the 13th consecutive year. US dominance was again apparent with only two non-US universities in the top 10.
The R&D section includes:
- China Embraces 3D Printing in Medicine, Education and Research
120 exhibitors from the US, Germany and the UK attended the first international 3D printing conference in Chengdu. Hosted by the World 3D Association and the China 3D Technology and Industry Alliances, the conference has taken place in a year of breakthroughs for doctors and researchers in the implementation of 3D technology in the medical field.
- Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Releases 2015 Academic Shortlist
This year’s shortlist is notable for the high number of finalists that have studied abroad and specialized in chemistry, physics and mathematics. No more than 65 academics will be selected to receive the award of the 157 originally shortlisted.
In this edition’s Media & Market Monitor and Useful Data:
- Media Presence in China of leading UK universities
- 2015 ARWU by discipline
- Students studying in joint programs in China, 2014
- Students studying in joint programs in China, 2015
- Overview of curriculum design and delivery for non-degree international programs in China
- Gaokao acceptance by study destination
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