Core Insights - The Ministry of Education has announced the approval of 29 new undergraduate majors for 2024, reflecting a response to national strategic needs and high-quality development demands [1][2] - The new majors include Ocean Science and Technology, Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering, Carbon Neutrality Science and Engineering, Health and Medical Security, and Low Altitude Technology and Engineering, aligning educational offerings with national priorities [1][3][4] Group 1: National Strategic Alignment - New majors are designed to meet the core strategic needs of the nation and embrace future opportunities in emerging fields [2] - The Integrated Circuit industry is identified as a strategic, foundational, and leading sector, with a projected talent gap of 300,000 by 2025, while only 30,000 graduates are expected annually [4][9] - The establishment of the Carbon Neutrality Science and Engineering major is a direct response to the urgent need for interdisciplinary talent in the context of the "dual carbon" goals [6][13] Group 2: Interdisciplinary and Practical Focus - New majors emphasize interdisciplinary integration and collaboration with industry to address societal needs [5][6] - The Low Altitude Technology and Engineering major aims to support the rapid development of the low-altitude economy, which is projected to exceed 1 trillion yuan by 2026 [5][10] - Health and Medical Security major focuses on creating a sustainable health security system, integrating modern health management with medical insurance [14][15] Group 3: Career Opportunities and Industry Demand - Graduates from the Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering major can expect high employment rates and competitive salaries, with job opportunities in critical technology sectors [9][18] - The Carbon Neutrality Science and Engineering major is projected to see a surge in demand for talent across various industries, with estimates indicating a need for over 100,000 professionals in the next 5-10 years [9][14] - The Low Altitude Technology and Engineering major is positioned to cultivate top-tier innovative talent to support the development of the low-altitude economy and related technologies [10][16]

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