Foreign universities generally have preparatory courses or designated colleges to teach preparatory courses. After completing the preparatory course of 1 year, international students can decide whether to enter the initially chosen college or transfer to other universities according to their grades.
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I. Reasons
Whether in China or in the western education system, basic education and higher education have a great span in knowledge structure and teaching methods. Even in China, our freshmen are generally uncomfortable with university teaching and life, and even a little at a loss.
In our middle school, more knowledge is passively instilled; In university, it is the exploration of knowledge under the guidance of professors. Geometry and algebra in middle school mathematics cultivate students' thinking in images, while calculus and linear algebra in university are abstract thinking abilities. As far as mathematics is concerned, the span is so large.
Preparatory course, as a preparatory course, decentralizes some of the most important and basic knowledge in university compulsory courses, such as advanced mathematics, language and literature, computer science and other important subjects, to help students lay a good foundation step by step and make full preparations for university life and study. Therefore, this course is also called "basic course" and "bridge course" leading to universities.
Second, the selection method
1. Recognize the qualifications of schools and ensure the quality of running schools.
Some preparatory courses are just language training, while real formal preparatory schools will infiltrate a lot of computer, mathematics or business knowledge that undergraduates will come into contact with in the future, laying a solid foundation for you to enter overseas undergraduate studies. In addition, the quality of running a school should also be paid attention to. It is best to choose a preparatory school with a long running time and good reputation, and there are docking courses with many overseas universities.
2. Make clear the relationship between preparatory courses and universities.
When choosing preparatory courses for studying abroad, we must make clear the relationship between preparatory courses and universities and carefully screen them. For example, if you complete the corresponding preparatory study, whether you can enter the university directly after passing the exam, and whether you need to change the visa type or re-apply.
In addition, it is necessary to confirm the nature of the "preparatory course" offered by domestic universities and what role it will play in applying for admission to foreign universities.
3. Choose courses according to your own level.
Students should choose preparatory courses according to their own specific conditions, and should not blindly follow the crowd and be irresponsible for their own study. Please be sure to consult overseas institutions and senior educators in related majors before making a careful decision.