Arcadia University: Contemporary Chinese Society and Language Program

  China

• Beijing: 
Beijing
• Shanghai: 
Shanghai

Term: Fall, Spring 
Dates: Fall and Spring

Description: Classes are based at Fudan's International Cultural Exchange School (ICES), which is devoted to the education of foreign students. All classes are taught exclusively for Alliance students.

Fall and Spring term students take 12 class hours per week of Chinese, plus two area studies courses taught in English. Summer students take 12 class hours of Chinese per week plus one area studies course taught in English. only. Students' placement in the Chinese language course will be contingent upon the results of a placement exam after arrival in China.

In the Fall and Spring terms, students receive 15 credits. In the Summer term, students receive 8 credits.

Classes are offered exclusively for Alliance students. Chinese language classes average 6-8 students per class. Area studies and business courses in English typically range from 6-15 students per class.

All faculty are jointly selected by the Alliance and Fudan to teach the Alliance students in exclusive classes. Chinese language courses are taught by full-time Fudan teachers. The Area Studies course is taught by a PhD faculty member from Fudan.

Highlights: All program students will be expected to participate in a mandatory one-week orientation in before classes begin. This will be a prime opportunity to learn about China, its unique traditions, and its approach to higher education. Our staff in China will cover important safety information as well as offering guidance regarding academic policies and procedures. Throughout the semester, students are invited to take part in a full schedule of excursions, events and lectures -- all designed to enhance their understanding of China and the historical and modern influences that impact its culture and people.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Inquire about specific costs

* The program price does not include airfare to China, meals, passport and visa fees, books or reading
packets for courses in English, independent travel, and other items not mentioned as included.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: yes

Pre-requisites No prior knowledge of the Chinese language is required for admission to this track. Chinese language classes are offered at the beginning through advanced levels.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University's Mission Statement: The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University advances the University's mission to prepare students for life in a rapidly changing global society. Because international learning is an essential component of an effective undergraduate education, Arcadia is committed to providing high-quality, academically sound and experientially rich study abroad programs and support services to a wide range of students and institutions. Aspects of this mission have existed throughout the history of The College of Global Studies at Arcadia University and today the mission is at the core of everything we do. One of the ways we apply it to our programs is through the Arcadia Commitment.