Huangshan University introduces seven micro-majors

Huangshan University in Anhui province has recently received approval for seven micro-majors under the Ministry of Education's "Double Thousand" Plan, which aims to enhance college students' employability. All seven programs submitted by the university passed the online registration and filing process, providing students with new options for interdisciplinary learning and career development.

The seven micro-majors include intelligent manufacturing engineering of new energy vehicle components, digital operation and management of homestay and wellness services, digital marketing and livestream e-commerce, polyester synthesis and powder application engineering, digital creativity and planning for exhibitions, international business travel planning and management for less common languages, and Huizhou fermented food and health.

The new programs focus on emerging industries, the digital economy, cultural tourism, wellness services and local specialty sectors. Featuring interdisciplinary and practical training, they cover fields including smart manufacturing, digital commerce, cultural innovation and Huizhou speciality food development.

The university said the initiative is set to deepen industry-education integration, align talent training with job market needs and help students develop broader professional skills.

The programs are open to all undergraduate students regardless of their primary majors. Students can continue their degree studies while selecting micro-majors as additional learning options. Those who meet completion requirements are set to have their micro-major achievements recognized through the China Higher Education Student Information System.