Application-Oriented Higher Education: A Comparative Study between Germany and China

This book investigates the higher education systems in Germany and China, analyzes the differences between academic and application-oriented education, and advocates for a dual track system with separate entrance tests and admission systems to ensure transitional options and improve teaching quality and student satisfaction.

Format: Hardback
Length: 148 pages
Publication date: 22 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of the higher education systems in Germany and China, undertaking a thorough analysis to discern the distinctions between academic higher education and application-oriented higher education. It embarks on a journey through time, exploring the historical roots, current developments, and potential future trajectories of application-oriented higher education in these two nations. Through a multi-faceted approach, encompassing case studies and comprehensive student questionnaires, the book compellingly argues for the establishment of a dual track higher education system, characterized by distinct entrance tests and admission criteria, to ensure seamless transitions into tertiary-level education. Moreover, it underscores the significant enhancements in teaching quality and student satisfaction that have emerged as a result of application-oriented higher education. Finally, the book concludes that international perspectives from higher education should be regarded as a vital component of educational strategies, offering valuable insights and opportunities for growth and development.

Weight: 418g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811926464
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022