IES Abroad: Semester/Year in Shanghai

  China

• Shanghai: 
Shanghai

Term: Academic Year, Fall 
Dates: Semester, academic year

Description: Since 1950, IES Abroad has been building quality study abroad programs and introducing U.S. students to new places, studies, and ways of thinking. A non-profit educational organization, IES Abroad offers high academic standards and extensive financial aid in almost 80 programs throughout the world.

Designed for students interested in gaining a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and development, the IES Abroad Shanghai program is organized in partnership with the School of Social Development and Public Policy at Fudan University, one of the top universities in China. The program offers unique field placement seminars covering topics such as economic development and social change, in addition to elective IES-Fudan courses taught in English and a 6-credit Chinese Language course.

The joint IES-Fudan courses provide students the unique opportunity to learn in English with Chinese peers. Courses are complemented by two unique field study trips to Hong Kong and Guangzhou (Fall) and Taiwan (Spring), in addition to IES-organized cultural events. Students live on campus in the modern Fudan International Student Residence hall, where they can befriend and interact with students from around the world.

Highlights:
* Study - At Fudan University, one of the top universities in China.
* Language - Accelerate language learning through a 6-credit Chinese course offered at varying proficiency levels.
* Integration - Enroll in joint English-taught IES-Fudan courses with Chinese students.
* Field Placement - Participate in unique placements that enable students to gain a deeper understanding of the current social issues facing China.
* Location - Study in Shanghai, a fast-growing Asian economic and cultural hub of 16.5 million people.
* Housing - Live on campus in the Fudan International Student Residence hall.
* Field Trips - Enjoy integrated field trips to China's manufacturing and economic hubs in Guangdong province and Hong Kong SAR or Taiwan.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Scholarships are Available. Inquire for more info.