The Legend of Mortal Cultivation

This is a world where 'credits' reign supreme. There is no magic or fighting qi, only endless exams and papers. The hierarchy: Basic Education (Levels 1-9): Corresponds to elementary through middle school. Each level requires passing the 'Midterm/Final Heavenly Tribulation'. Advancement System (Elite Path): High School (3 years): Body Refining stage. Crazy problem-solving, competing for 'competition points'. University (4 years): Foundation Establishment stage. Choose a specialized Dao. Master's (3 years): Golden Core stage. Publish in core journals. PhD (5 years): Nascent Soul stage. Publish in top journals, build an academic edifice. Postdoc (3 years): Divinity Transformation stage. Cross-disciplinary integration, reaching the peak of academia. Vocational System (Commoner Path): Vocational School (3 years): Qi Refining stage. Learn a single skill. Junior College (3 years): Liquid Condensation stage. Skilled worker. Society's working class: Failing the tribulation means unemployment.