South China Normal University

Chinese Express II

South China Normal University
The Chinese Express II at South China Normal University is a 1 Semester long program for international students, taught in Chinese.

IntroductionIntroduction

South China Normal University is an institution of higher learning with a long history and a rich legacy. Situated in Guangzhou, an open metropolis in South China, South China Normal University is imbued with Lingnan’s pioneering and pragmatic spirit. Furnished with English-taught Bachelor’s course Accounting as well as an abundance of other Chinese-taught courses, South China Normal University is known for a tradition of elegant simplicity and a favorable learning atmosphere. South China Normal University, a first-rate university in China in terms of the overall level of school running and comprehensive capabilities, featured by its uniqueness, openness and comprehensiveness, will be a fabulous choice for International students to pursue their study in China.

ProgramAbout the Program

Target Group

Those who want to improve their Chinese proficiency in short run.

Course Object

Chinese Express is a carefully orchestrated course provided by College of International Culture (CIC), South China Normal University. Based on highly-intensive training, various extracurricular activities, pure Chinese environment, the course aims to help students make breakthrough progress in Chinese listening, speaking, reading and writing in short term. One-semester’s time, two or three semesters` progress

Level

Chinese Express

Be suitable for beginners.

HSK Band 3 -4 (New HSK Band 3) will be reached in one semester

Chinese Express

Be suitable for those whose HSK have reached Band 3(or above) or who have learned Chinese for more than a year.

HSK Band 6 (New HSK Band 5) will be reached in a one semester.

Curriculum

Comprehensive Courses: Intensive Chinese, Intensive Practice; Language skills Courses: Listening & Speaking, Reading & Writing; Extensive Courses: HSK Preparation, Business Chinese and so on; Tutorial , Q&A

Features

1. Small classroom teaching with maximum of 15 students. 2. A combination of classroom teaching with language practice after class. 3. One-to-one tutorial offered by qualified teachers. 4. To organize exchange activity between Chinese and foreign students, Chinese-speaking competition, Chinese reciting and Chinese corner, etc.

Timetable

Morning: 8:40-12:00( MONDAY—FRIDAY) Afternoon: 14:30—16:00 MONDAY—FRIDAY Tutorial

Teaching period

One academic year is divided into two semesters: Spring semester and Autumn semester.

Certificate

Upon the successful completion, a certificate will be issued by CIC, SCNU.

About South China Normal University


South China Normal University(SCNU) was established in 1933, and is now a member of “Project 211” and a prestigious university in Guangdong Province.

The university’s three campuses total approximately 509 acres, which are located in or near Guangzhou, the largest city in southern China. This region is one of the most economically and commercially vibrant regions in China, with excellent public transport system, pleasant weather and two large trade fairs (Canton Fair) in this city every year. It is a comprehensive university, consisting of diverse branches of learning, such as philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, and management.



Campus view of SCNU at night

The university comprises 24 schools and one department, offering programs, which include a certificate, a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree and a doctoral degree. Three large libraries house a collection of over 3 million books. The total number of full time students reaches approximately 29,000, in addition, there are about 1000 international students for both long and short study.



Campus view of SCNU in daytime

SCNU adheres to the goal of becoming a teaching-oriented research university. It has a team of experts and scholars who are famous at home and abroad. There are over 1,600 teachers, of whom over 300 are professors, over 400 associate professors, over 600 master and doctoral supervisors, and 1,202 are holders of master or doctoral degrees. There are 4 members of the Academy of Science of China (ASC).

SCNU strives to nurture qualified personnel, emphasizing the development of the students’ overall abilities. Its alumni are playing their parts in education, government, business and other fields. Some of them are government leaders, famous scholars, professors, and business elites.



Dorm for international students

The university is active in international exchange, having the advantages of being close to Hong Kong, Macao,not far from Taiwan and its strength in teacher education. Links have been established with dozens of universities and educational organizations from over 20 countries and regions?

The university will continue to maintain its good tradition developed over years, adjusting and optimizing its programs, focusing on teaching and research, stressing the whole person education. It strives to build itself into a first-rate university in the country in terms of the overall level of school running and comprehensive capabilities, featured by its uniqueness, openness and comprehensiveness. 
 

Accommodation


International students apartment information:

Type
Facilities
Price
Remarks
 Two-bed room
Air conditioner
hot water
independent bathroom
desk,chair
 750RMB/person/month
public wash-machine
 One-bed room
Air conditioner,
hot water, desk
independent bathroom,chair, TV, phone,
water fountain, books
50RMB/person/day
1500RMB/person/month
public wash-machine
and kitchen

 
Notice:Exchange students are offered free one-bed room.

Miscellaneous :

1.International students need to register before moving in. 500 RMB of deposit must be paid by exchange students. Rooms are distributed by our staff and cannot be changed without permission.
2.Electricity allowance is 200 kwh per month. Exceeding amount is 0.8 RMB/kwh.
3.There is 200-card phone in each room. 200-card can be bought at the business center of the first floor.
4.Drinking fountain is available at front desk. A deposit of 200 RMB must be paid and water is 10 RMB/barrel.。
5.Internet application form is available at front desk. Internet fee:300 RMB/year or 120RMB/4个月。
6.Fridge can be rented at 80 RMB/month.
7.Exchange students are offered a laundry card of 60 RMB each month.

Fees

Application Fee:
$ 150 USD
Service Fee:
$ 50 USD
Tuition fee:
$ 2222 USD/per semester
 
¥ 16000 CNY/per semester

Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

1

Choose Programs

2

Apply Online

3

ENROLL IN CHINA

Entry Requirements

1. High school graduate or equivalent
2.Age of 18 to 65 years old
3.Students who study Cantonese must have acquired the basic skills of mandarin listening, speaking.

Application Materials

1.Photocopy of valid passport
With photo, passport number &expiration date and name included.

2.Passport-sized photo
A passport-sized photo taken recently of the applicant.

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