Complete Guide to Chinese University Interviews and Written Tests

📌 Assessment Purpose

Interviews and written tests are important methods for many prestigious universities to select outstanding international students, mainly to:

• Evaluate language proficiency (Chinese or English teaching ability)

• Understand students' motivation and background

• Assess basic academic ability and logical thinking

• Confirm if students are suitable for the program's pace and content

👨‍🏫 Common Interview Questions:

• Please introduce yourself

• Why did you choose China? Why did you choose our university?

• What are your future study and career plans?

• Do you have relevant professional background?

✅ Interview Preparation Tips:

• Prepare a fluent self-introduction in Chinese and English (about 1-2 minutes)

• Research the university and program features, and prepare to explain your reasons

• Maintain a smile and sincere attitude, no need to memorize, but be familiar with the content

• For online interviews, test your network, headphones, and camera in advance

✍️ Common Written Test Formats:

• Language ability test: Short essay or comprehension questions (Chinese or English)

• Basic professional knowledge: Basic questions in mathematics, physics, economics, medical knowledge, etc.

• Logical reasoning questions: Pattern recognition, reading comprehension, basic mathematics, etc.

• Written tests are usually not complex, more like level assessment, with moderate question volume, duration from 30 minutes to 1 hour

✅ Written Test Preparation Tips:

• Review knowledge from high school or preparatory courses, especially mathematics and general knowledge

• For English-taught programs, practice English essay writing

• Maintain clear logic and neat handwriting (for paper-based tests)

• For online tests, ensure stable equipment and network connection

🎯 Interview Key Points:

• Type: Usually mandatory

• Content: Self-introduction, professional motivation, study plans

• Preparation: Practice speaking and expression, research university background

🎯 Written Test Key Points:

• Type: Depends on the program

• Content: Language expression + basic professional knowledge

• Preparation: Review basic knowledge, practice question types in advance

💡 Key Tips:

• Whether in interviews or written tests, confidence and authentic expression are most important

• With good preparation, this stage is not difficult

• Maintain a positive attitude and show your true self

• When encountering difficult questions, be honest but show your thinking process