According to the message you shared, the British Council released big data about IELTS candidates in mainland China. They conducted an analysis of the performance of Chinese IELTS candidates in 2023, considering various dimensions such as provinces, unive

The research found that the three major factors influencing Chinese students' overseas study choices are access to overseas educational resources, enriching life experiences and enhancing competitiveness in job applications, and improving personal comprehensive qualities. When choosing a study destination, students focus on factors such as educational and research strength, social recognition, university rankings, and future employment prospects. The United Kingdom remains the top choice for Chinese students studying abroad and continues to maintain a leading position. There is also a growing trend of multiple-country applications with the United Kingdom as the core destination. Furthermore, nearly 60% of academic IELTS test-takers in mainland China scored 6.0 or above, and there is an upward trend in scores across provinces, cities, and universities. However, the overall average score for Chinese academic IELTS candidates still falls between 5.5 and 6.5. Among the top 30 universities and disciplines in the world, as recognized by the "Double First-Class" initiative in China, the scores of IELTS candidates are all in the 6.5 or above range.