Location:

Beijing, China

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Fall Semester, Spring Semester

Program Overview

Program Description:

Study, intern, volunteer, and travel all in one carefully designed program that will give you the best experience China has to offer.

CSA has the most comprehensive, affordable, and beneficial study program offered in China. Here is a brief snapshot of what's included, just to whet your appetite: * 1 Semester University Mandarin Course (4hrs per day, ~16 weeks, valid for university credits) * On Campus Double Dormitory Accommodation (upgrades available) * 3 Month Part-Time Internship (valid for university credits) * 4 Volunteer Weekends away in Rural China & 4 local orphanage visits * Elective Chinese Business & Cultural Studies class (taught in English, valid for university credits) * 18 Day Tour of China post Semester * Social and Networking Activities * Career Preparation/Job Hunt Package Everything we’ve included in this program has been carefully thought out so that not only will there be personal growth, new experiences and outrageous fun, but also that all these experiences will significantly add value to the participants' CV, giving them a serious boost when it comes to future employment. Whether you plan to stay on in China, or if this is potentially your only chance to make it to China before you begin your career, then we firmly believe this is the program for you. Other services included as part of The China Study Experience Program: * Airport Pick-up * CSA Welcome pack including plenty of local goodies * Assistance buying a local SIM card on arrival * City and local area orientation * Welcome Dinner & Social Activities * University registration assistance * All textbooks * 24-hour on the ground support while you are in China

Setting Description:

Beijing is big; in its politics, its population, its culture, its acreage, its projects, and its reach. It is the great city of Khanbaliq, written about by Marco Polo, located along the upper tip of the North China Plain. From Beijing, dynasties have ruled over nations thousands of miles away in every direction. To live and study in Beijing is to understand a culture and society whose history extends back into ancient times, flourishing a millennium before Hannibal sacked Rome, Charlemagne united France, or Jesus preached to crowds in the streets of Jerusalem. To comprehend Beijing is to witness 1.3 billion people on the cusp of international power, welcoming change with open arms while still cognizant of their illustrious past. To study Mandarin in Beijing is to study Chinese in the true home of the language that unites a billion people. It is the home of the Chinese culture and an opportunity to study abroad in a city which will allow you complete immersion in the language. Beijinger

Cost:

$8,500 including housing, in-country orientation/training, language instruction, registration fees, travel while in host country, written materials abroad, written materials pre-departure

Additional Program Information

Scholarships:

No