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In the past few years, the number of F.7 graduates going to study at universities in China has greatly increased. Write an article for your school's newspaper discussing the pros and cons of studying for a degree in China. End your article by giving your own opinion. Give your article a title.

Studying in China

Applications for university places on the mainland are triple this year. Have you ever thought of studying for a degree in our motherland? Does it ensure you a bright future? Regarding this issue, I will share about the pros and cons of studying on the mainland.

First, the low cost of getting a degree is an attractive factor for studying in China. On one hand, the tuition fees are much lower in mainland universities when compared to those in Hong Kong. On the other hand, the cost of living is also very low in spite of the drastic economic growth. As a result, much money is saved but you are still able to get a degree. It is really economical when you consider the tuition fees exceeding a hundred thousand in Hong Kong. You will even be shook if you have plan to study abroad in foreign countries like Britain, Australia and the USA, the tuition fees are triple or more to those in Hong Kong, not to mention the high cost of living. Isn't it attractive to study in China concerning the cost?

Apart from the low cost, the rapid economic growth in China is also an important advantage. In Hong Kong, the job opportunities, especially for youngsters, are not enough. The unemployment rate remains at a high level despite the recovery of economy. In contrast, many companies on the mainland lack skilled labour and managers. Thus, seeking jobs on the mainland becomes popular among Hong Kong people. To achieve this, students choose to study on the mainland with a view to getting advantages by building up a strong personal network there in universities. It seems that the prospects are guaranteed by China's strong economy.

However, the lack of recognition of the degree obtained in China is one of the main drawbacks. Except some outstanding universities such as Peking University and Tsing Hua University, the quality of graduates from mainland universities is still a question to most employers. They usually prefer candidates from universities in Hong Kong or foreign countries when recruiting. Therefore, whether the prospects are really bright is doubtful.

Moreover, the law and order on the mainland is not well-maintained. In Hong Kong, you won't worry about being robbed even if you are walking alone. However, many Hong Kong people have experienced this on the mainland. Pick pocketing is even more common if you do not pay full attention to your belongings. It is unsafe for an inexperienced youngster who is not familiar with the environment on the mainland to live there. Going to mainland when you are more mature is far more