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Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

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Warm-up Questions

What do you already know about Tsinghua University and studying in Beijing?
Why might someone from Indonesia choose to study a master’s degree in China?
What kinds of experiences (academic and social) do you expect from a master’s program abroad?

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Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

Introduction & reasons for choosing Tsinghua and an MPA (00:00 – 02:45)

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1. What program did the speaker say she studied at Tsinghua?

A bachelor’s in International Relations
A master’s in public administration (MPA)
A PhD in Public Policy
An MBA in Finance

2. What job did the speaker do before starting the program?

Government official
Consultant
Journalist
Teacher

3. According to the speaker, what made her interested in public policy and governance?

Witnessing political events and how policies are drafted
Doing sports clubs at university
Studying Chinese history in school
Working for a private company

Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

Application steps: documents, interview, written test, and language requirements (02:45 – 11:18)

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1. How many recommendation letters did the speaker say she submitted?

Four
Two
Three
One

2. After being shortlisted, what two assessment steps did the speaker describe?

A phone call and a campus tour
An interview and a written test
A debate and a presentation
A group project and a lab experiment

3. What did the speaker say about Chinese language proficiency for her program?

It was required at HSK 3 level
It was optional but strongly recommended to apply
It was required at HSK 5 level
It was not required because the program was in English

Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

Student life, best experiences, and practical tips for future students (11:18 – 21:08)

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1. Besides studying, which activities did the speaker mention joining?

A part-time internship arranged by the university
A farming program outside the city
A chemistry lab group
Volleyball and football clubs

2. What academic recognition did the speaker say she received?

A prize for best interview performance
A teaching assistant position
A full scholarship for a PhD
An award for an outstanding thesis

3. What practical suggestion did the speaker give for new international students before coming to China?

Buy a car immediately after arriving
Only bring cash and avoid digital payments
Avoid using public transportation
Study some Chinese for basic conversation

Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

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1. What is the main purpose of the video?

To explain how to get a job in Beijing without a degree
To compare the top universities in Asia using rankings
To share one student’s journey, application process, and life experience at Tsinghua
To teach advanced Chinese language grammar for academics

2. Which factor is emphasized as important for admission to the speaker’s program?

Publishing a research paper before applying
A Chinese passport
Three to four years of working experience
Professional sports achievements

3. What message does the speaker give about student life at Tsinghua?

It is only about studying and exams
It is isolated and students rarely meet others
It is mostly online and students do not use campus facilities
It includes many opportunities beyond academics, like clubs and cultural exchange

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

Studying Master's at Tsinghua University in China – Zata from Indonesia

Do you think work experience should be required for a master’s program like public administration? Why or why not?
Which part of the application process (documents, interview, written test) seems the most challenging for you? Explain.
What are two benefits and two difficulties of studying abroad in a country with a different language?
The speaker says learning some Chinese helps with daily life. What “basic conversation” topics would you prioritize in a new language?