Recently, IDM Research released the ″the Layout of Academic Degree Authorization of 42 First-rate Universities.″ Among 42 first-rate universities across the country, both Zhengzhou University and Nankai University have 30 degree programs, ranking 19th in the number of degree program; both Zhengzhou University and Zhongshan University own 59 first-level disciplines for masterˊs authorization, ranking 4th. In terms of the distribution of disciplines, ZZU includes 12 disciplines, being one of the 8 most comprehensive universities in disciplines among 42 first-rate universities. （translator Yang Qiuqiu）