Guangdong Self-Study Exam 2026 Reforms Explained | Generated by AI
Based on my search results, I can now provide you with accurate information about the Guangdong self-study examination system and the 2026 reforms:
Your Understanding is Mostly Correct:
Theory Courses (统考/笔试):
- 3 exam sessions per year: January, April, and October
- Maximum 4 courses per session
- Total potential: 12 courses per year
Practical Courses (实践考核/校考):
- Generally 2-4 times per year, with specific timing determined by each examination institution
- For “小自考” (minor self-study exam), there are 5 exam opportunities per year: 3 theory exams and 2 practical exams
- The practical exams are typically scheduled around April-May and October-November
2026 Reform Key Points:
What’s changing starting January 2026:
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Practical exam change: Those who haven’t completed all practical exams (小自考/实践考核) by 2026 will need to follow the substitution plan to graduate; after 2026, they will all become written exam subjects
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Transition period: From November 1, 2023 to December 31, 2025
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Cross-major “加考” (additional courses) eliminated during transition period and after 2026
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English II becomes mandatory for most popular majors
So yes, you’re correct that the practical exam schedule changes are related to the 2026 reform, with the key issue being that after 2026, the practical exam format may be converted to regular written exams for some programs.