Self-study examination of higher education is a national examination of higher education for self-learners. It is the product of the combination of individual self-study, social assistance and national examination, and it is an important part of China's higher education system. ?

Articles 2 1 and 22 of the Higher Education Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) stipulate that the state implements the system of self-study examination for higher education, and those who pass the examination will be issued with corresponding academic certificates or other academic certificates. If the academic level reaches the degree standard stipulated by the state, it may apply to the degree-conferring unit for conferring the corresponding degree.

Higher education self-study examination is not only a national academic examination system, but also a form of education. As a national academic examination system, government examination institutions exercise the right of examination on behalf of the country, and strictly test and measure candidates' knowledge and ability by means of examination according to the standards stipulated by the state.

Examination results and academic diplomas are recognized by the state. As a form of education, it is closely combined with individual self-study, social assistance and national examination. Through the national examination, the achievements of individual self-study and social assistance have been tested and recognized by the state.

The higher education self-study exam is a target reference exam (proficiency test), and its education level and quality standards are generally consistent with the requirements of the same education level in ordinary colleges and universities. The exam of each course is the final exam of this course. Higher education self-study examination qualifications are divided into two levels: junior college and undergraduate course; Certificates include course qualification certificate, professional certificate, junior college diploma and undergraduate diploma.