Summer in Tianjin, China

  China

• All Other Areas in China: 
Tianjin

Term: Summer 
Dates: Late May - Mid August

Description: Learn Chinese in Tianjin, China's third largest city! Students on this intensive language program study Mandarin Chinese through Nankai University, earning a full year's worth of language credits in one summer. Designed for students with a range of proficiency in Chinese language--from no previous experience all the way up to advanced learners--this program gives students the opportunity to develop Chinese language skills while experiencing life in one of China's fastest growing cities.

Situated on the Hai He river, Tianjin is one of the biggest ports in northern China and is well-known for its seafood, restaurants, and shopping. The city is a center of folk arts and performance, with Tianjin serving as a center for Beijing opera and gongfu martial arts. Located one hour from Beijing, Tianjin is also an excellent base for exploring China's capital city or other parts of the country.

Housing is included in the program fee. Students live with UW-Madison participants in double occupancy rooms on the Balitai campus of Tianjin Normal University. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms. Students can select meals from the university cafeteria or restaurants located close to campus.

Highlights: Students participate in a pre-departure orientation at UW-Madison as well as an on-site orientation upon arrival in Tianjin. The orientations are designed to introduce students to the program, prepare them for living in China, and assess their Chinese skills through a language placement exam.

By the end of the program, students participate in a talent show where they can demonstrate the performance art and talents learned in the Chinese culture classes. A weekend trip to Beijing is included in the program fee. Students can also choose from a variety of organized excursions to such places as local museums, factories, parks, and shows. The cost of these activities is not included in the program fee.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Experience Required: yes

3.0 GPA in Chinese language courses if taken

This Program is open to American Participants.

Scholarships are Available. Contact us for more information.

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home