CSA in Hong Kong - Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin)

  China

• Hong Kong: 
Hong Kong

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 

Description: Study Mandarin or Cantonese in Hong Kong. Located in both the Yaumatei area of Kowloon and the Wanchai area of Hong Kong Island, the program provides an intensive and comprehensive learning program in conversation and Chinese reading and writing. All courses are conducted by qualified teachers, certified in teaching Chinese as a second language. Classes are small, with a maximum of 7 students per class, which assures that each student receives the maximum of individual attention. Beginners thru advanced levels are available.

Programs are open to all adults. Minimum age is 18 for this program. College students, teachers, working adults and retirees are all encouraged to apply. Passport and visa are required in entering Hong Kong. Upon confirmation in this program, CSA will provide the necessary "admission" documents to apply for an entry visa at the nearest Chinese Consulate.

Highlights: Students take 3 hours of class per day, Monday - Friday. Thus, 15 hours of classes per week, or 60 hours per month. It ncludes language lab. Classes are usually conducted in the morning. All students take a placement test to determine level, and then placed in the proper level course. All levels are offered, from the absolute beginners thru intermediate and advanced levels. Both Cantonese and Mandarin courses are available, with a major focus on "immersion - conversation" learning as well as reading and writing. Students are guided to speak only Cantonese or Mandarin in the classroom, and class size is kept small (7 or less), to maximize personal attention. All the courses are taught by qualified teachers from Hong Kong who has completed special training for teaching Chinese as a second language to non-native speakers. A transcript (Certificate) is awarded to all students upon completing the course. See the CSA website for details.

Cost in US$: See CSA website.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to China Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Center For Study Abroad - CSA International, Inc.'s Mission Statement: Since 1990, CSA has strived to provide quality education programs overseas at a good value. Programs are open to all adults, for Study Abroad is for everyone.

Year Founded: 1990