In 2023, the conditions for adult art self-study examination were very relaxed. Most provinces will not pre-qualify candidates and restrict their academic qualifications. They can sign up for the exam and apply for graduation through all subjects in their major.

Self-taught art majors train senior professionals in the fields of art history and art education, such as teaching and research, art criticism and editing, art management, museums and so on. Students can engage in art education, art research, cultural industry management, press and publication after graduation.