Beijing - 7 Weeks

Capital of the People's Republic of China, the country's political, economic planning and cultural center, the focal point of its communications, and home to over 14 million people. Preparations are well under way for the 2008 Olympic Games, reflecting China's increasing stature in the modern world. Beijing remains the most popular destination for students studying Mandarin Chinese.

For the Beijing portion, students will take two simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin language and Modern Chinese History and Politics at China’s most prestigious school Peking University. The course traces the history of the People’s Republic of China, from the communist revolution to the reforms of the 1980s and China’s current economic boom.

Xi’an - 2 Weeks

Home of the world famous, life-size Terracotta Army, Xi'an was the cradle of ancient Chinese civilization dating back to 4,000 BC, and the capital city for 11 dynasties dating back to the 9th century. It is where caravans started on the Silk Road to Europe, changing the Western world forever. Today Xi'an is a bustling city the size of New York and a great place to study for those wishing to experience the ancient alongside the modern.

For the Xi’an portion, students will take two simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin language and Ancient Chinese History at Northwestern University. The course traces the epic and prolific history of the Chinese civilization, starting with the mythical Yellow Emperor to the beginnings of the Qing -- China’s last imperial dynasty.

Shanghai - 7 Weeks

Energy, excess, and glamour converge in China's most cosmopolitan city. Home of the historic Bund, traditional temples, the coveted French Concession, and the proud pioneer of futuristic architecture, Shanghai has it all. For the final seven weeks students will live and study in China's exciting financial center and experience the future of China.

For the Shanghai portion, students will take two simultaneous courses in intensive Mandarin language and Chinese Business at Jiaotong University. The course will fully immerse students in the complex workings of the Chinese economy, such as regulatory governmental controls, energy use, environmental pitfalls, transparency of law, overheating of the economy, globalization, the merging of the Hong Kong market, and the financial future of the world’s soon-to-be third largest economy.

Course Schedule

Beijing: Chinese Language Learning, Chinese Modern History and Politics

Xi'an: Chinese Language Learning, Chinese Ancient History

Shanghai: Chinese Language Learning. Chinese business

Schools

Beijing: Peking University

Xi`an: Northwestern University

Shanghai: Shanghai Jiaotong University

Sightseeing

Beijing: Great wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Beijing Zoo, Pinyao Ancient City, Lama Temple, Chengde summer palace, and much more ….

Xi`an: Great Muslim Temple, Drum Tower, Bell Tower, Bei Lin, City Wall, Big Goose Pagoda, Ban Po Neolithic Village, Terracotta Warriors, Hua Qing Pools….

Shanghai: Oriental Pearl Tower, Guyuan Garden, the Bund, plus weekend trips to Hangzhou, Suzhou and Nanjing.

Activities

Beijing: Welcome party, language partner exchange party, nightlife guide, Chinese food banquet, onsite business visits (including CCTV Station, Lenovo, Beijing City Planning Hall), Business Seminars (Lecturers from different companies lead by CEOs or managers)

Xi`an: Chinese calligraphy, Chinese history Seminar (Lecturers by professors).

Shanghai: Language Partner Exchange Party, nightlife guide, onsite business visits (including Bao Steal Factory, VW factory, and others), Farewell Dinner and party.

Included in the program

Course tuition

Accommodation: CSA Luxury Apartment or Chinese standard 3 or 4 stars Hotel (Beijing and Shanghai 3 stars hotel, Xi`an 4 stars hotel).

Sightseeing and Activities Fee: All sightseeing trip and activities arranged by CSA are free for the program participants.

Transportation: Airport pick-up, sightseeing trips, activities onsite visit transportation, Beijing to Xi`an train sleeper ticket, Xi`an to Shanghai flight ticket.

Insurance: The StudentCare Plus insurance policy is provided for all program participants. The policy includes emergency medical and travel coverage, plus 24 hour assistance.

Welcome Pack: includes mobile phone with local SIM card and pre-paid long distance calling card, dictionary, CSA polo shirt, Chinese DVDs, Beijing/Shanghai guide book and more. 24 Hour Assistance: should any problems arise at any time during the program, CSA staff members will be available on 24 hour call.

Program Fee: 11,800 USD

Program Dates

Start date: the first week in September for Fall semester; the last week in February or first week in March for Spring Semester.

End Date: 16 weeks from the program's start.