The National "Strong Foundation Plan" is an enrollment reform carried out by the Ministry of Education to implement the major strategic decisions made by the CPC Central Committee and the State Council, mainly to select and train students who are interested in serving the major strategic needs of the country and have excellent comprehensive quality or top-notch basic disciplines.
The plan focuses on key fields such as high-end chips and software, intelligent technology, new materials, advanced manufacturing and national security, as well as the humanities and social sciences fields where there is a shortage of national talents. In particular, it is necessary to highlight the supporting and leading role of basic disciplines, focusing on the enrollment of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, history, philosophy, paleography and other related majors.
Colleges and universities participating in the "Strong Foundation Plan" will formulate an enrollment guideline, which includes the leading institutions, enrollment majors and plans, application conditions and methods, assessment methods for shortlisted universities, assessment procedures and methods, methods for the use of students' comprehensive quality evaluation, comprehensive score conversion methods and admission rules, supervision mechanisms, consultation and appeal channels, etc. Colleges and universities will evaluate the applicants at various levels and finally determine the admission list. Admitted students will enjoy individual talent development programs and incentives.
All in all, the "Strong Foundation Program" is an important program implemented to cultivate high-level talents urgently needed by the country, and it is a good opportunity for students who are interested in serving the major strategic needs of the country.
Since the implementation of the "Strong Foundation Plan" enrollment in 2020, after four years of pilot operation, a total of more than 24,000 people have been enrolled, and a large number of top-notch talents have been cultivated.
1. How the incentive mechanism of the "Strong Foundation Plan" works
First, high-quality education and teaching resources
Participating universities will be equipped with first-class faculty, such as academicians and distinguished professors, to provide high-quality course teaching resources and immerse students in a strong academic atmosphere. In addition, the "Chief Expert System" will be implemented to provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.
Second, scholarships and research support
In addition to national and school scholarships/grants, the Strong Foundation Program may set up additional scholarships or bursaries to reward or encourage students who excel in strong foundation classes. In addition, a research apprenticeship fund will be set up to support students to carry out scientific research and cultivate their scientific research ability and innovative spirit.
Third, follow-up investigation and file establishment
The "Strong Foundation Project" will establish a comprehensive three-dimensional growth file of students, including a multi-stage dynamic entry and exit mechanism and a follow-up survey mechanism for current students and graduates. Based on quality monitoring and feedback information, students are provided with a comprehensive learning portfolio and ability list, and data and facts are used to describe students' characteristics, strengths and abilities, etc., so as to help students grow in life.
Fourth, special funding support
The "Strong Foundation Program" may set up special funds to support and subsidize students to visit and study at well-known universities at home and abroad, so as to expand their international vision and cross-cultural cooperation ability.
Fifth, the selection of research and scholarship is tilted
In terms of the proportion of research and scholarships, the "Strong Foundation Program" may give a certain tilt to motivate students to participate and perform well.
Recently, some pilot universities of the "Strong Foundation Plan" have officially announced the expansion of enrollment information through official WeChat, enrollment briefings in various provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions. The colleges and universities that have clearly expanded their enrollment are:
Zhejiang University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Fudan University, University of Science and Technology of China, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Shandong University, Sichuan University, Sun Yat-sen University, Wuhan University, Tongji University, China Agricultural University, etc., a total of 11 universities.
2. The positive role of the expansion of pilot colleges and universities in the "Strong Foundation Plan" in 2024
With the progress of the times and the development of science and technology, education, as the cornerstone of the country, has become increasingly important. The expansion of the pilot universities of the "Strong Foundation Plan" in 2024 is undoubtedly an important measure in the history of the development of higher education in mainland China, which carries many positive meanings and injects strong impetus into the future development of the country.
1. Expanding enrollment means that more students will have the opportunity to receive higher education.
This policy has effectively alleviated the competitive pressure of the college entrance examination, so that more outstanding students can smoothly enter the colleges and universities of their choice and receive more systematic and professional training. This will not only help improve the overall education level of the mainland, but also provide more high-quality talents for all walks of life.
2. The expansion of the "Strong Foundation Plan" will help optimize the structure of higher education.
By expanding the scale of pilot universities, more high-quality educational resources can be attracted to these universities, thereby improving the overall quality of education. At the same time, it can also encourage other universities to continuously improve their teaching level and scientific research strength, forming an atmosphere of healthy competition.
3. The expansion of enrollment will also help cultivate more innovative and top-notch talents.
Under the promotion of the "Strong Foundation Plan", colleges and universities will pay more attention to the cultivation of students' innovation ability, provide more practical opportunities and research platforms, encourage students to actively participate in scientific research activities, and stimulate their innovative spirit and practical ability. This is of great significance for promoting the mainland's scientific and technological innovation and industrial upgrading.
3. Clarify the colleges and universities that will expand their enrollment and analyze the detailed enrollment plan
In 2024, the universities that have clearly expanded their enrollment but have not announced their enrollment plans are Zhejiang University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Fudan University, and Sun Yat-sen University. The universities that clearly indicate the expansion of the "Strong Foundation Plan" are:
The University of Science and Technology of China has expanded its enrollment by 10%, from the original 210 students to about 230 students, and expanded its enrollment by about 20 people. Xi'an Jiaotong University expanded its enrollment by 50 people, that is, from the original 210 people to 260 people, with a growth rate of 23.81%.
Shandong University and Sichuan University have both clarified the expansion of enrollment by 25, that is, from the original 180 to 205, with a growth rate of about 13.89%.
Wuhan University expanded its enrollment by 15 students, from the original 150 to 165 students, with a growth rate of about 10%. Tongji University expanded its enrollment by 10 students, from the original 150 students to 160 students, with a growth rate of about 8.33%.
China Agricultural University expanded its enrollment by 25 students, that is, from the original 30 students to 55 students, with a growth rate of about 83.33%. The largest number of students is Xi'an Jiaotong University.
It is followed by three universities, including Shandong University, Sichuan University and China Agricultural University, ranking tied for second place. The University of Science and Technology of China ranked fifth, and Wuhan University ranked sixth. Tongji University is ranked sixth.
Although other colleges and universities do not have clear information on enrollment expansion, there is also information that other 28 colleges and universities will also implement enrollment expansion plans, and netizens, teachers, parents and candidates are invited to directly view the enrollment plans in various provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions through the enrollment registration system of each school's "Strong Foundation Plan".
4. How to deal with the expansion of enrollment in the pilot universities of the "Strong Foundation Plan" in 2024?
With the deepening of education reform, the news of the expansion of enrollment in the pilot colleges and universities of the "Strong Foundation Plan" in 2024 has attracted widespread attention from all walks of life. Students, parents, and educational institutions need to be prepared to meet this challenge.
1. For students, they should first clarify their interests and strengths, and choose their majors rationally. In the context of enrollment expansion, although the number of enrollment places in colleges and universities has increased, the competition will also be more intense.
Therefore, students need to understand themselves more comprehensively, choose a suitable major according to their interests and strengths, and avoid blindly following trends.
2. Students should improve their overall quality and enhance their competitiveness. In the context of enrollment expansion, colleges and universities will also be more stringent in the selection criteria for new students. Students need to improve their academic performance, social practice, innovation ability and other aspects to enhance their competitiveness.
3. For parents, it is necessary to pay attention to the growth needs of their children and give them full support and encouragement.
In the face of the pressure of enrollment expansion, parents should stay calm and work with their children to formulate a reasonable study plan to help them adjust their mindset and meet challenges with a positive attitude.
4. For high schools, it is necessary to adjust teaching strategies to adapt to the changes brought about by the expansion of enrollment.
High schools should pay attention to the learning needs of students and provide personalized teaching plans to help them improve their academic performance and overall quality. At the same time, high schools also need to strengthen communication and cooperation with colleges and universities to provide students with more accurate guidance for further education.
In the face of the challenge of expanding the enrollment of pilot colleges and universities in 2024, parents and candidates need to prepare from multiple angles and continuously improve their comprehensive quality to cope with more fierce competition. At the same time, parents and candidates also need to maintain a positive attitude, believe in their abilities and potential, and meet the challenges of the future.