About Bejing, China
Bejing is the capital of the People's Republic of China as well as the seat of the Communist Party of China and the Central People's Government. It is the country's political, economic, cultural and communications center, as well as a hub for international commerce. Bejing's long history lives on in its vast array of ancient monuments.
The Great Wall of China, one of the wonders of the world and the only man-made structure visible from outerspace, stretches along hudnreds of thousands of miles from Bejing to the Gobi Desert.
The "Forbidden City" - the world's most impressive imperial palace - rests in the heart of Bejing. Right behind you'll find the sacred site of emperors from centuries of dynasties and one of the most magnificent structures in all of China, the "Temple of Heaven."
The Chinese School in Bejing
You will study Chinese right in the city center, near the embassy area. The school is very close to metro stops, hotels, restaurants, shops and bars. What's more, your classrooms are housed in a luxury office building with cafeterias and restaurants.
Facilities include 8 well-lit classrooms, multimedia tools for professors, a student room, cafeteria and computers with free internet access.
Chinese Language Courses in Bejing, China
General Chinese (Mandarin)
- Program: 20 or 30 lessons of 45 minutes each
- Course duration: minimum of 4 and up to 12 semanas
- Academic semester: 20 weeks
- Academic year: 42, 44 or 46 weeks
- Levels: beginner to advanced
- Students per class: maximum of 8
- Minimum age: 18 years old
Chinese Plus
- Program: 20 or 30 lessons of 45 minutes + tutorials and optional subjects according to the student's needs
- Course duration: from 4 to 12 weeks
- Academic semester: 20 weeks
- Academic year: 42, 44 or 46 weeks
- Levels: beginner to advanced
- Students per class: maximum of 8
- Minimum age: 18 years old
Accommodations
Families
Housing in a single room with half board. The families live at an average distance of 30 minutes from the school by public transportation. They have all been carefully selected to be sure you can comfortably become integrated in chinese culture and get to know authentic cuisine.
Student Residence
The student residence is located right next to the school. It is composed of individual rooms with private bathrooms. The rest of the facilities (kitchen, TV room) are shared among all the students.
Cultural Activities
As a first-time visitor to Bejing, you'll surely enjoy all the activities that our school organizes - both leisurely and cultural - which allow you to get to know your fellow schoolmates and practice your Chinese skills during the day.
The school organizes full-day trips to fascinating destinations like: the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square or the Temple of Heaven.
Highlights
- Learn the most important language of the future!
- Small groups with a maximum of 8 students per group
- Learn Mandarin in China's most attractive city
2008 Prices & Dates
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