Legal analysis: There are only five forms of higher education recognized by the state: general full-time education, higher self-study examination, distance network education, adult higher education and national open university.

The above five forms of education are provided by the state, and the advanced diploma obtained through these five channels is protected by the state and internationally recognized!

Legal basis: Education Law of the People's Republic of China

Article 22 The State practices the academic certificate system.

Schools and other educational institutions established or recognized with the approval of the state shall issue academic certificates or other academic certificates in accordance with the relevant provisions of the state.

Article 23 The state practices a degree system.

The degree-conferring unit shall award corresponding degrees and issue degree certificates to those who have reached a certain academic level or professional and technical level according to law.