Different origins
Adult college entrance examination originated from ordinary colleges and universities, which combines the elements of private colleges and independent secondary colleges; The National Open University, on the other hand, is independently established by the provinces, closely linked with the Central Radio and Television University and the National Open University, and set up enrollment points in various places.
Teaching methods are different.
The teaching methods of adult college entrance examination are diversified, including correspondence, full-time and part-time group teaching; The National Open University pays attention to face-to-face lectures and online courses to meet the needs of different students.
Different years of study
The length of adult college entrance examination is usually 2.5 to 5 years, while the length of National Open University is relatively long, 4 to 6 years. However, the National Open University advocates students to choose their study time freely, giving them more flexibility.
Graduation certificate appraisal is different.
Adult college entrance examination diploma will indicate "adult higher education", and the National Open University diploma will indicate "National Open University". These two types of academic qualifications are recognized by the state and are suitable for job hunting, public examinations, postgraduate entrance examinations and other occasions.
Admission and learning styles are different.
Adult college entrance examination needs to pass the national unified examination, and the school will choose the best according to the test results; The National Open University, on the other hand, does not need to take the entrance examination, but can register as long as it is qualified. In terms of learning methods, there are many forms of adult college entrance examination, such as part-time study and correspondence study. The National Open University mainly focuses on online teaching and face-to-face teaching.