Explore majors: 2026 reference
Compare fields of study using 2026 admissions records, historical dates and program requirements.
2026 admissions reference
This page preserves 2026 admissions information for reference. A listed program is not currently open for applications. Check the university’s new official guide for the next intake.
Only selected programs and fields have been checked against official sources. Information without a cited source still needs verification.
Some records are awaiting classification checks and are not included in these 17 categories.
Engineering
947 programs · 155 universities
Engineering covers mechanical, electrical, civil, materials, chemical and aerospace pathways.
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Business & Management
605 programs · 205 universities
Business administration, public management and engineering management lead to different study plans.
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Economics & Finance
597 programs · 206 universities
Economics, finance, accounting, insurance and taxation are related but distinct subjects.
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Natural Sciences
488 programs · 129 universities
Mathematics, physics, chemistry and life sciences differ in curriculum and laboratory training.
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Arts & Humanities
397 programs · 106 universities
Humanities, visual design and performing arts require different preparation and selection materials.
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Architecture & Built Environment
261 programs · 121 universities
Architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture and construction have different study goals.
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Languages & Education
191 programs · 74 universities
Chinese language, literature, international Chinese education and foreign languages are distinct degrees.
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Computer Science & IT
179 programs · 56 universities
Compare computer science, software engineering, artificial intelligence and information systems as separate pathways.
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Law & Political Studies
171 programs · 121 universities
Law, international business law, politics and international relations have different curricula.
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Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
93 programs · 60 universities
Pharmacy, clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical engineering have different curricula and training goals.
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MBBS & Clinical Medicine
72 programs · 57 universities
Clinical medicine programs require comparison of the degree, teaching language and clinical training arrangements.
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Environmental Studies
55 programs · 34 universities
Environmental science, environmental engineering and ecology overlap but have different study and laboratory priorities.
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Nursing
44 programs · 39 universities
Nursing programs combine subject study and practical training; requirements vary by university.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine
40 programs · 15 universities
This field includes Chinese medicine, acupuncture and Tuina, with distinct clinical and herbal medicine pathways.
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Agriculture & Food
38 programs · 18 universities
This field includes agronomy, forestry, veterinary studies, food science and agricultural technology.
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Biomedical & Health Sciences
34 programs · 17 universities
Biomedical science, medical technology and public health should be distinguished from clinical doctor training.
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Dentistry & Stomatology
25 programs · 24 universities
Compare clinical dentistry and stomatology with dental technology; the degree and training goals differ.
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