NOTED GLOBAL UNIVERSITIES
University education is something that remains embedded within us till our last breath. Here are some famous universities with wonderful academic research performance and global reputations.
Harvard UniversityFounded in 1636, Harvard has the largest endowment in the world, with over 20% international students. Its library is the largest academic one in the world, possessing around 19 million volumes at its over 70 libraries. For Harvard undergraduates, the majors—social sciences, biology/biological sciences, history, math and psychology, are their top choices.
Tsinghua UniversityTsinghua traces back to 1911, whose international students come from over 100 countries. Recently, 41% of the university's non-Chinese students were under graduates. It offers various subjects: science, engineering, literature, arts, history, philosophy, economics, management, law, education and medicine, with around 200 student groups, such as the Zijing Volunteer Service.
University of OxfordThe exact date of its founding is unknown, but it traces back to at least 1096. More than half of Oxford's graduates conduct research as part of their studies. Research at Oxford takes place in its academic divisions: humanities, mathematical, physical and life sciences, medical sciences, and social sciences.
University of MunichFounded in 1472, it's home to the social science and humanities disciplines, while its "HighTech Campus" is home to the natural and life sciences. It has 18 academic divisions, including faculties of business administration, medicine and social sciences and offers over 200 degree programs.
1. Which majors are the most popular with Harvard undergraduates?
A.Social sciences and education. | B.Biological sciences and history. |
C.Psychology and law. | D.Math and arts. |
2. Which university is home to social science and humanities disciplines?
A.Harvard University. | B.Tsinghua University. |
C.University of Oxford. | D.University of Munich. |
3. Which is the youngest among these four noted universities?
A.Tsinghua University. | B.University of Oxford. |
C.Harvard University. | D.University of Munich. |