Shanghai Normal University (shnu) > Long-term Chinese Language Program

Long-term Chinese Language Program

Qualification Awarded:	Non-Degree
Type of Course:	Chinese Language Course
Program Duration:	1 Semester
Teaching language:	Chinese
Starting Date:	Feb., Sept.
Application Deadline:	2010-07-30
Application Fee:	70 USD
Tuition Fee:	RMB 8,800 per semester

 

Program Description

Brief Introduction
The long-term Chinese language program is offered to international students who are interested in Chinese language and culture. There are seven levels. Students will be clarified into the suitable level (class) after taking the placement test. Our experienced teachers will also provide their suggestion after interview.

The seven levels are as the following:
Elementary 1, Elementary 2, Elementary 3; Intermediate 1, Intermediate 2; Advanced 1, Advanced 2

Curricular outline

1. Language skill courses
Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing and Multi-media courses

2. Specialized courses
Chinese culture, Chinese history, Study of contemporary China, Chinese literature, Chinese economy, Tourism culture, Business Chinese, etc.

* Teaching periods
One academic year is divided into two semesters. There are 18 weeks or 20 weeks of actual teaching period each semester and 20 class hours each week. One semester has approximately 400 class hours in total.

* Students will take part in the placement test after registration to learn their own Chinese proficiency.

School time
1) Spring semester (Feb. to July) The deadline for application is Jan. 31th
2) Fall semester (Sep. to Jan of the second year) The deadline for application is July 31th

Fees
Tuition fee: RMB 8800 /semester

Certificate:
After the completion of the coursework and passing all examinations, a certificate is awarded.
 

 

Entry Requirements

High School Graduate

Documents for Application:
Copy of the highest academic degree or certificate
Copy of the valid passport
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