Will the benchmark for the high school graduation exam results increase or decrease?

The online consultation program "What candidates need to do after taking the high school graduation exam" is broadcast at the following addresses: thanhnien.vn , Facebook Fanpage, YouTube channel, TikTok Thanh Nien Newspaper.

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The Ministry of Education and Training plans to announce the results of the high school graduation exam on July 17. After that, candidates can register their university admission wishes on the Ministry of Education and Training's common system from July 18 to 5:00 p.m. on July 30. But before this time, what should candidates pay attention to?

Candidates at the 2024 high school graduation exam

Besides, what candidates who intend to apply for admission using the high school graduation exam scores are currently concerned about is that the exam questions of some subjects are considered "easier" than last year, so is the admission score for schools using this method predicted to change?

What are the advantages for candidates admitted through early admission compared to candidates admitted through high school graduation exam results?

At this time, many candidates have been admitted conditionally through early admission methods, but some are still wondering about the major/school they have chosen. So should candidates use their high school graduation exam scores to continue their admission?

In case of mandatory change, how should candidates register for admission on the system to have the highest chance of being admitted?

Experts attending the consulting program this afternoon

All of the above issues will be clarified by experts at the program. Readers can also ask more questions through Thanh Nien Newspaper channels for further answers.

Participating in the program to answer questions for candidates in the second round are guests:

• Master Cao Quang Tu, Director of Admissions, Saigon International University;
• Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong, Director of Marketing and Brand Development, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology;
• Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu, representative of Vietnam-Germany University.

Master Cao Quang Tu, Director of Admissions, Saigon International University

Important regulations and milestones for early admission

Master Cao Quang Tu, Admissions Director of Saigon International University, analyzed: "Early admission is very diverse with many methods. Many students have already received their admission results. Saigon International University has also announced 3 admission stages, and the first round of admission results have also been announced. The number of early admission applications has increased, and the admission combinations are also diverse. On July 10, schools will post early admission data on the Ministry of Education and Training's information portal. Students will see their early admission results when accessing here.

Master Cao Quang Tu also noted: ''Those who do not participate in early admission still have the method of considering high school exam scores. Those who have been admitted early but if it is not the right major for them, they can use their high school graduation exam scores for consideration. They can use many methods but only be admitted to one method/wish".

In 2024, the school will have 4 new majors: multimedia communications, public relations,educational technology and information technology. New majors will receive a 20% tuition discount. At the end of July, the school will finish the second round of reviewing transcripts. The school will reserve 50% for reviewing transcripts and the remaining 50% for considering high school exam scores and other methods.

Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong, Director of Marketing and Brand Development of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, said that the early admission trend is of interest to parents and candidates. The school also announced the admission benchmark based on the competency assessment test scores organized by Ho Chi Minh City National University, with 900 points for the pharmaceutical industry and 800 points for some industries. The school has 27,000 applications for high school transcript consideration.

Master Ngoc Phuong also noted that candidates are currently receiving early admission applications, so they should take advantage of the opportunity. For example, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology is accepting transcripts until July 25.

Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong, Director of Marketing and Brand Development, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology

Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu, representative of Vietnam-Germany University, informed that the school has announced the results of its own exam. The school is also opening the second round of admission based on transcripts, which will expire on July 8. The school reserves 70% of its quota for its own exam and 30% for transcripts and high school exam results. This year, the school offers two new majors: intelligent traffic engineering and sustainable environmental process management engineering. Candidates will receive 100% scholarships if they enroll in these two majors.

Reader Tuan Phuong ( Lam Dong ) wondered: ''I saw statistics from Viet Duc University, nearly 80% of early admitted candidates achieved a level equivalent to IELTS 5.0. I want to apply to the school but I am not confident enough to take the IELTS test. So can I get a loan? If I am admitted, how long will it take to pay off the English entrance standard and what support does the school provide?''.

Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu informed that the main language of training at Vietnam-Germany University is 100% English, so English is extremely important when studying at the school. The entrance requirement is IELTS 5.0. However, students who do not have this certificate can still meet the entrance requirement if their high school English exam score is 7.5 and their average high school score is 7.5 or higher. Students can also take the school's English exam to meet the requirements. When entering the school, students are placed in English classes with similar levels so that after 1 year they can achieve IELTS 6.0.

Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu, representative of Vietnam-Germany University

Important steps to officially get admitted to university

A reader named Nhat Le asked a question on the show: ''I have been admitted early to the Computer Science major at Saigon International University, what do I need to do to become an official student of the school? I want to study 1-2 years at the school, then transfer to study abroad, what are my options?''

Master Cao Quang Tu answered: "The first condition is that you must graduate from high school. After the results are out and the schools enter the early admission data, you must go to the information portal and set that early admission wish as the first wish. Conditional early admission at this stage is only 50% of the process, you must register for the major you have been admitted to on the Ministry's information portal to be sure of passing. After that, you proceed with the online and direct admission confirmation procedure". Master Tu added that in 2024, the school will have a talent scholarship for all majors. Candidates with 27 points or higher in their academic transcript will receive a 100% scholarship, and 25 points in the high school exam will also receive a 100% scholarship.

"When you are admitted early and want to be officially admitted, you need to remember to register on the Ministry of Education and Training's information portal. You should also look back at your admitted wishes and seriously consider whether they are really suitable and what you want. At this time, you should also learn more about the school, the major, and the life of new students so as not to be surprised," emphasized Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu.

To study the Japanese standard program, do I need to know Japanese in advance?

Reader Tan Phong (Dong Thap) sent a question to the program: ''What is the difference between the general and Japanese standard economic law programs at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology? Are the entry requirements for the Japanese standard program higher? Do students need to know Japanese before attending university?''.

Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong answered: ''In addition to the regular university, Hutech has 3 special programs, including the Japanese program. After being admitted to the school, candidates can register for these programs with majors in law, business management, technology... Students are given intensive training in Japanese: communication, grammar, how to use Japanese in a business environment, culture, and customs of Japan to have both expertise and language. Knowing Japanese in advance will be an advantage, but if you don't know it yet, you can still learn it when entering the school''.

What is the benchmark?

Sending questions to the program, many candidates want to know about this year's standard scores of schools according to the admission method using high school graduation exam scores.

Master Cao Quang Tu said that when the Ministry of Education and Training announces the score distribution, schools will use it to analyze and predict, and give the minimum score for admission. With the level of this year's exam, the benchmark score may not differ much from 2023. For non-"hot" majors, the difference may be 2-3 points. You can review the benchmark scores of previous years for reference.

Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong explained that the benchmark is determined based on many criteria, the score distribution of candidates registered... At this time, it is not possible to predict. However, Master Phuong also commented that this year the benchmark may not change, if there is any, it will focus on "hot" majors. "You should look at the benchmark scores of the majors at the schools you want to study in previous years. If you feel that your score is difficult to achieve, you can choose similar majors but with lower benchmark scores," Master Phuong advised.

Meanwhile, Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu commented that the differentiation of this year's exam questions will remain the same as in 2023. Many majors may still maintain the same benchmark scores. The group of majors in microchip design may increase slightly by 0.5-1 points.

Advantages and disadvantages of admission methods

According to Master Cao Quan Tu, each admission method has different advantages and benefits, suitable for each subject. With early admission, candidates will be able to proactively choose the time frame according to each school. Candidates can also choose many schools, many different time frames for admission. Candidates with early admission are also carefully advised about admission combinations, scholarship opportunities... When admitted early, they also reduce the pressure when taking the graduation exam. Therefore, more and more candidates choose the early admission method.

In the same spirit, Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong said that candidates who apply early, once they have been admitted to the right major and school they love, only need to register their first choice on the Ministry of Education and Training's information portal.

Master Nguyen Tran Ngoc Phuong said that some students still have the mentality of highly valuing candidates based on their high school graduation exam scores. All admission methods have the same value: curriculum, tuition, learning conditions, degrees...

Master Nguyen Hoang Thien Thu added: ''The advantage of early admission is that you will feel more comfortable and less pressured when taking the graduation exam. In addition, candidates can choose from a variety of majors and schools. They also have the advantage of time and can proactively choose the time of admission. Finally, there is the advantage of scholarships. However, students must have a plan, strategy, and appropriate timeline if they apply early.''

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