The recent news that "Xi'an Jiaotong University will no longer use the scores of the English proficiency tests (CET-4 and CET-6) as a condition for awarding degrees" quickly became a hot topic and sparked discussions among netizens. According to a circulated notice from the university's Academic Affairs Office, it was decided in the fifth undergraduate college meeting in 2023 that the CET-4 and CET-6 scores, as well as other types of English proficiency tests, will no longer be used as graduation and degree requirements for undergraduate students. This decision will take effect from September 1, 2023. On September 21, the staff from the Academic Affairs Office of the university confirmed this news to the media.
It should be noted that canceling the link between the English proficiency tests and degree awarding does not mean lowering the requirements for English proficiency in universities. It is worth mentioning that the university has not canceled English courses or related exams. As ...
