Going abroad for higher studies is a part of the student’s life all over the world. And it is highly beneficial for both, the students and the country they pursue their education at. But with the global pandemic of COVID-19 still raging where does it leave the students?
Every year thousands of students fly abroad for higher education. In India, it is not uncommon for students to leave for abroad right after their 10+2 or after a gap year. The most sought after field is Medical for further education abroad. Students take up MBBS in foreign universities for various reasons. It is a dream for many students and now their plans for studying abroad are at stake.
COVID-19 pandemic has brought students at a dilemma. China was among the major countries in which students opted to go for their further studies.
Benefits of doing an MBBS degree in China.
. Flexible admissions.
. Quality Education.
. Low-cost education.
. Globally recognized degree.
. Advanced infrastructure and education technology
With not only the threat of pandemic but also being the primary place of the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, it leaves all the students and their parents with the question of how safe is China for studies?
Let us help you with this quandary.
MBBS in China is a very popular choice among students who want a career in the medical field. China has been and is a very developed country in terms of medical advancements and research. Yes, it was the primary spot of the wild spread of COVID-19 but the fact that when only the rest of the world came to know of the existence of this dangerous disease and acknowledged it as a global pandemic China was already on its road to recovery. The maximum number of affected cities has recovered and life is coming back on track. This would not have been possible without an efficient medical backup.
So, it proves that the medical industry and education field of China is more than capable of providing everything which a medical aspirant can aspire for. But is it safe to go to China in the present times?
. China has controlled the situation far earlier than we’d like to admit. Many major cities have been announced green zones.
. Work has already started in professional arenas.
. Schools, educational institutions, and colleges are functioning under the strict habit of social distancing.
. Online classes are also being conducted by many institutions for students.
. The government body is regulating an efficient system of keeping tabs on the health of the local and foreign citizens by local govt. body, professional houses, and answerable bodies.
. The health status of every citizen is being monitored by the government through an app that is mandatory for every citizen. Citizens are required to share their health vitals thrice a day on the app.
. A thorough checking for any symptoms among every person reporting to educational institutions which can lead to a case of COVID-19 is being done.
. Hospitals and medical facilities equipped with technology and services for everyone 24 hours. More than 75000 patients have been cured.
. Temporarily all the visas for the students enrolled in MBBS programs in China have been cancelled by the Ministry of Education due to a large number of students.
. These cancellations are only temporary to avoid any travels and ensure safety and social distancing.
. Ministry of Education has ensured visas will be renewed for the students who already have clearance and others will be issued new visas after the situation is safe. It is a big step taken by the government to ensure the safety of all the incoming students from different countries.
What is the situation for students who are already in China?
Students who were in China at the time of the declaration of pandemic and did not travel back to their countries were given a complete body scan and on a regular basis at that.
. They can also attend online classes.
. Students need to submit their regular health reports and be up to date on the apps stated by the government.
. Universities despite relaxation in lockdown are doing online classes for the coming semester to ensure the safety of the students.
What are the plans for the future?
. Ministry of Education has given inclination that there can be admissions this coming fall semester. The preparation has already begun for the online classes though.
. China is expected to open its border in the near future to welcome the incoming students. China has been very strict in its safety measure so this is very relaxing news for the students.
What will be the safety measures for students flying to China?
. Every incoming student will have to be tested beforehand according to the guidelines for COVID-19 and it is required for them to test negative to have clearance to fly to China.
. Similarly, a test will again be conducted after landing in China.
. Every student will have to self-quarantine for a minimum of 14 days. Those who show any sign of symptoms may have to quarantine for a longer period.
. The expenses involved in the self-quarantine will have to be borne by the students only which can be around 200-300 RMB per day.
. Students will have to follow all the instructions provided to them.
All these points indicate that China is safe to travel for higher education in the medical field.
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