Beijing University and Genesis of Higher Education in China

Beijing University is the largest higher educational institution in modern China. It is also one of the oldest universities in the country, established back in 1898. However, the history of its creation originates much earlier. Throughout the second half of the 19th century, the traditional Chinese education system has gradually changed, adopting the Western model of learning. Hao PIN, professor and current rector of Beijing University, in his book explores this process in detail. The author illuminates the prerequisites for changes, liberal movements, discussions between reformers and conservatives, talks about various educational institutions that preceded the university. The key stage of reforms - the institution of the capital (Beijing) University - is considered with documentary accuracy