The policy is part of broader reforms aimed at promoting fairness in admissions by limiting the excessive advantages some applicants gain through international test results. Photo: Pham HaiBonus points are typically awarded for national and international academic achievements, special talents, or qualifications such as foreign language certificates. He noted that while certificates like IELTS are valuable indicators of certain skills, they should not overshadow core academic performance. "Excessive bonus points for language certificates introduce inequities." A standardized national approach to conversion tables, coupled with a reasonable bonus point cap, would ensure consistency across the system.
