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Education

At present, the ROC's educational structure is based on a "six-three-three-four" system. The regular system includes two years of kindergarten for ages four to six; six years of elementary school for ages six to 12; three years of junior high school for ages 12 to 15; three years of senior high school for ages 15 to 18; and four years of undergraduate university studies. The school program at each of these levels may be shortened or lengthened for gifted students or those with special needs. University Master's programs last from one to four years; and doctoral programs, two to seven years. Academic institutions can decide independently whether to allow additional time for students in service or those with special needs. In 1968, the six-year compulsory education, guaranteed under the Constitution, was extended to nine years to include the junior high and elementary school levels. Schools at these two levels are separately established.