Core Viewpoint - The recent approval of vocational undergraduate programs by the Ministry of Education reflects a strategic move to align higher education with regional industrial needs and the demand for high-quality technical talent in the context of China's economic development [1][2][3]. Group 1: Vocational Undergraduate Programs - Several application-oriented universities have been granted approval for vocational undergraduate programs, including five programs at Yunnan West Application Technology University and two at Shanghai Engineering Technology University [1]. - The establishment of these programs is seen as a response to the need for high-level technical talent in various high-tech industries, particularly in the context of the Industrial 4.0 era [3]. Group 2: Educational Integration - The integration of vocational education with general education is emphasized as a crucial task, requiring active participation from both sides to achieve effective collaboration [4]. - Application-oriented universities are taking proactive steps to create conditions for hosting vocational undergraduate programs, which signifies their commitment to promoting this integration [4]. Group 3: Quality of Talent Development - Hosting vocational undergraduate programs is expected to enhance the quality of high-skilled talent development, addressing the current limitations of vocational colleges in producing high-quality graduates [5][6]. - Application-oriented universities can leverage their strengths in theoretical education to improve vocational education outcomes, thereby increasing the social recognition of vocational training [6]. Group 4: Modern Vocational Education System - The involvement of application-oriented universities in vocational undergraduate education is anticipated to expand the scale of vocational education at the undergraduate level, potentially correcting the current imbalance between associate and bachelor-level vocational education [7]. - Many application-oriented universities are also pursuing master's and doctoral degree programs, which can contribute to a more comprehensive modern vocational education system [7].