The Global Education Center of East China Normal University will launch the 2024 Spring Chinese Language and Culture Online Program to help students improve their Chinese proficiency, perceive Chinese society, and experience Chinese culture.

Program duration:

Session I: March 4, 2024 – April 26, 2024

Session II: April 29, 2024 – June 21, 2024

* Students can apply for both sessions with one application

Class schedule:

7:30 pm-9:30 pm, every Monday to Thursday

*Beijing time.

Conditions:

Class will open with a minimum of six students at the same Chinese level.

Tuition fees:

Session I: 4000 yuan ($555.86)

Session II: 4000 yuan

Session I&II: 7500 yuan

Teaching materials:

New Target Chinese Spoken Language, Advanced Chinese News Reading Course, etc.

*Students are required to prepare textbooks (paper or electronic version) under the guidance of the teachers.

Sample timetable:

*Please refer to the follow-up notice for specific course arrangements.

Program features:

*Flexible learning: real-time interaction with teachers and students; watch recorded videos anytime and anywhere after class. Students can flexibly choose the sessions according to their schedule.

*Rich practical knowledge: diverse curriculum elements including intensive reading, speaking, drills, and practice courses that are combined to improve language ability in multiple dimensions and strengthen learning.

*Cultural appreciation: the program offers a series of courses on traditional Chinese customs and the social economy to deepen students' understanding of Chinese culture. The program also carries out a variety of online activities, such as a phonics competition, theme salon, online communication between Chinese and international students, and more to make learning more fun.

*Certificate of completion: official electronic transcripts and a completion certificate will be issued to students who complete the course.

How to apply:

1. Apply online: http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn/ (E-mail confirmation is sent once the application is accepted)

2. Application documents required:

1）Passport photocopy

2）ID photo

3）Highest education diploma/Study certificate (Chinese/English version)

3. Application fee: 400 yuan

4. Age requirement: 16-55

5. Application deadline:

1）Session I / Session I&II: Feb 26, 2024

2）Session II: April 22, 2024

Payment:

After completing the online placement test, log in to the online application system to pay the tuition fee by the given deadline.

Refunds:

For those who apply to the program, the first two days are a free trial during which time you can apply for a full refund. Refund requests after the first two days of classes will not be granted.

*Application materials and application fees are non-refundable once submitted.

Visa & accommodation:

Study visa and on-campus accommodation will not be provided for the online program.

Contact us:

Program officer: Lisa Wang

Tel: 021-62233217

Email: lwang@gec.ecnu.edu.cn