Originally posted by ProGovt:
Although there are schools that gives privileges to children of alumni (whether they are elite or not), that system does not extend beyond primary education as secondary school entrance is purely performance based.
Which bring us back to the first group. If those students are here on scholarships, are they not better than those who are just making the grades at border line? I seriously doubt so.
That being said, if you do well enough, you will still make it through the cut. Getting into a school is not an entitlement; just as not every one with good grades deserves a scholarship.
Even if you do not have a good education, there are still bountiful opportunities to succeed.
FYI, I was a polytechnic graduate but that did not stop me from earning my degree and making my mark in my career.
I am glad that I have that opportunity as long as I work hard. In some places, even if you are smart and you work hard, you may not have the opportunity.
Wrong. The manipulation extends beyond primary school all the way up to university level.
I'm not saying that people cannot succeed here with hard work. I'm just pointing out that the playing field is not as level as the government will like people to believe.