The Developmental Framework of Vocational Bachelor’s Education: A Case Study of Shenzhen Polytechnic University (SPU)

Abstract

Vocational bachelor’s education, as a critical component of the higher-education system, carries the vital mission of cultivating high-quality, application-oriented talent. Taking Shenzhen Polytechnic University (SPU) as a case study, this paper systematically examines its innovative approaches to program design, industry–education integration, talent cultivation, regional economic service, and international collaboration. Building on the case analysis, we propose strategic recommendations for Guangdong Province—focusing on deepening school–enterprise collaboration, accentuating institutional distinctiveness, and strengthening top-level planning—to guide the development of vocational bachelor’s education.