Should I choose a department with a lower entrance difficulty within a university I like?
Yes, it can be a reasonable choice. However, do not decide solely because the entrance difficulty is lower. Give priority to whether the university’s advantages for you and the department’s subjects, classes, practical work, and possible post-graduation paths match your interests and goals. A department with easier admission is not necessarily easier to study in or graduate from.
Key points
- Check whether the department’s curriculum and teaching format fit your interests and goals.
- Compare the actual learning and post-graduation paths of departments, not just the university name.
- It is also useful to check the academic workload and any procedures for changing departments or career direction after enrollment.
Things to check
- Rules, curricula, and conditions for changing departments vary by university, faculty, department, and academic year, so check the official admissions materials and guidance.