Guide your child from an early age
As the university entrance season approaches, the question of choosing a major and studying at which school becomes a concern for many 12th grade students. Not standing aside, parents have proactively accompanied their children in the process of finding information and making choices.
Sharing with reporters, Ms. Nguyen Thuy Binh - residing in Phuong Liet ward (Hanoi) - said that when orienting her child's major, the family prioritizes considering students' actual abilities. "We are interested in which fields our child is suitable for, whether economics, engineering or natural sciences, social sciences. Besides, there are job opportunities after graduation" - Ms. Binh shared.
Many families start preparing early, right from 10th grade. Learning foreign languages and taking international certificates such as SAT or IELTS is considered a necessary step to increase competitive advantage when applying for university admission.
According to parent Dang Thanh Thao - residing in Yen My commune (Hung Yen), choosing a suitable admission method and preparing psychologically for children also play an important role, helping students become more confident before the important exam.
Right from 10th grade, the family has accompanied her, encouraged and motivated her to learn English well, along with other types of certificates. This is considered an advantage for her to enter the admission race" - Ms. Thao said.
Advice for candidates
Reality shows that between the "matrix" of majors and enrollment information, 12th grade students cannot avoid hesitation. Nguyen Nhu Quynh - a high school student in Thanh Hoa said: "I want to choose a major that is not only suitable for myself but also has long-term development opportunities.
Currently, there are many new majors, which sound very attractive, but I think it is necessary to carefully study the training program and outputs. My parents do not impose it but always listen and analyze with me, which helps me feel more comfortable and responsible for my choices".
According to education experts, family companionship is a positive factor, but should not replace the decisive role of students.
Each student needs to clearly identify their abilities and personal interests, and consider the training program and future job opportunities. Choosing a major is not only based on trends but also needs to be suitable for long-term development.
According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Lan Hung Son - Head of the Department of Political Work - Student Affairs, Hanoi National University of Education, when there is enough information and early preparation, students will be more proactive in arranging aspirations, choosing suitable schools and reducing pressure during the enrollment season.
“In the process of orientation, students can completely proactively ask questions about majors, training programs or job opportunities to be specifically consulted by teachers and experts. The important thing is that students need to pay attention to choosing a career that suits their abilities and interests, instead of chasing trends.
When they identify the right direction and prepare early, students will have many good job opportunities and sustainable development in the future" - Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Lan Hung Son shared.
