答案:The Functions of a University EducationIt is not surprising that many people hold the opinion that university education is a preparation for their careers. To some extent it is true, as many Chinese students will find their first jobs after graduation from university. The skills they will need for their future work must be acquired at university.On the other hand, there are some people who argue that university should be a place where students learn nothing but academic knowledge. It is understandable that schools in China focus on the process of acquiring academic knowledge, which leads people to assume that university education should focus only on teaching more of the same.As far as I am concerned, both these standpoints are right to a certain extent. I have learnt much about the English language at university, and this has enabled me to continue with my postgraduate studies. Mean while, certain work-oriented classes have helped me adapt myself quickly to my new position in a company. There fore, I have sufficient reason to believe that university education should be both vocational and academic.