Chinese Language Class (spring semester)

Although there are lots of famous universities situated in Harbin, Heilongjiang University is a very popular one. It is a key comprehensive university with a great variety of courses taught in English, such as Civil and Commerce Law, Inorganic Chemistry, Microelectronics and Solid State Electronics, etc. In addition, Heilongjiang University is the appointed institution of HSK, which can provide high-quality HSK training. Besides, the university is the institution which is authorized to admit international students under Chinese government scholarship program. You are encouraged to apply for the scholarship provided that you have studied in Heilongjiang University over one year. Last but not least, the university boasts a large community of international students, where you can get over homesick and promote friendship with people from all over the world.

At the beginning of the semester before class commences the foreign office staff will group you into a beginners Chinese language class, this class of apporximatey 20 students will become your family away from home. The students will come from all over the worl and some will have more knowledge of Chinese than you do so don't be too threatened on the first day of class. The first day of class will be a little daunting. The teachers are all Chinese and they are forbidden to use English when addressing you, they only speak in Chinese. If on the first day of class you feel lost and confused, DON'T WORRY, It is guarenteed that the majority of the class will feel exactly the same way.

There are four language classes that you will have to attend. The include listening, reading, writing and conversation. For each class you will have to buy the designated text books.

listening = 32 RMB, 1 text reading = 65 RMB, 1 text writing = 36 RMB, 1 text and writing booklet conversation = 75 RMB, 2 texts A total cost of 208 RMB

Class begins at 8am every weekday morning and goes until 12:20 most days, giving you the afternoon to study or explore the city. Semester starting and finishing dates are different to that most universities.

The class and semster schedule is as follows: Semester: March-June It is reccommended that you be there to sign up for class one week prior to the commencement date. 1st March class begins 1st May-7th May Chinese public holiday (no class) Mid-term exams are around the 25th until the 28th of March Final examinations begin towards the end of june until the 1st of July Semester ends 1st July Mid Term examinations will count for 30% of your final mark and the final examination will account for the other 70%. To pass each subject you have to get at least 60% in the final examination as well as attend a signifiacnt amount of classes, so that means no slacking off!

The language classes in the first few weeks may seem to be moving slow as you are continuously made to revise the Chinese alphabet and pronunciation of tones, however, the classes will speed up rapidly and it becomes very easy to fall behind the rest of the class. A great way to make a new friend and to keep up to speed is by asking the foreign students office to set you up with a tutor. They are basically a study partner as they themselves want you to help them with their English. You can arrange to meet with them as often as you wish, most Chinese students will jump to the chance of extra study sessions!

During the semester the foreign office organises outings and sporting events for your class and other foreign students to keep your mind refreshed and your time in China memerable. Some of these evensts include Jump rope competitions, tug-a-war competitions, class picnics and trips to special plays or events. The foreign sector of the univiserity allocates a small amount of money to each student for these events. Once this money runs out you may have to pay for excursions out of your own money, however it is never an expensive occasion

About the University

 Harbin

Heilongjiang University is located in Harbin, a famous city with beautiful scenery in northeast China. Harbin is also known as the "Moscow of the East" and the "Paris of the orient". Its landscape is very beautiful and its architecture has special features. It is cool in summer, and skiing and skating are available in winter. It is especially famous worldwide for the beautiful and wonderful art of ice lanterns. Therefore, Harbin deserves the title of "International Metropolis". Harbin belongs to the standard Chinese Pronunciation Zone. It is the most place to learn Mandarin Chinese.

 Heilongjiang University

Heilongjiang University is a key comprehensive university with multidiscipline including liberal arts, sciences, foreign languages, engineering, management etc. The university covers an area of 1,920,000 square meters. The total building area is nearly 1,000,000 square meters. The total enrollment of full time students comes to over 30,000 and that of doctoral and master candidates 1000 and that of international students 600. There are altogether 10 branches of diciplines, i.e., philosophy, economics, law, education, liberal art, history, science, engineering, agriculture and management covering 71 specialties. The university has the right to confer bachelor, master and doctor degree.

Since 1981 Heilongjiang University has recruited and trained over 6,000 international students who came from Japan, South Korea, Russia, America, Great Britain, Germany and other countries. Heilongjiang University is the base of teaching Chinese as a foreign language in Heilongjiang Province. Heilongjiang university is the appointed institution of HSK and the university is the institution admitting international students under Chinese government scholarship program

 

Building 1, A District:

Shared accommodation of 2-7 floor (with a roommate) is 33 RMB per night
Single room of 2-7 floor (without a roommate) is 66 RMB per night as you are literally paying for the spare bed
Shared accommodation of 8 floor (with a roommate) is 41 RMB per night
Single room of 8 floor (without a roommate) is 82 RMB per night as you are literally paying for the spare bed
washing machine usage is 45 RMB for 10 loads of washing
50 RMB room key deposit (which you will get back at the end of the stay)
Electricity which is approximately 100 RMB per 6 weeks depending on your usage

telephone expenses depending on usage

Building 2, A District:

Shared accommodation is 21 RMB per night
Single room for men only is 33 RMB per night
Single room is 42 RMB per night
washing machine usage is 45 RMB for 10 loads of washing
50 RMB room key deposit (which you will get back at the end of the stay)
Electricity which is approximately 100 RMB per 6 weeks depending on your usage
telephone expenses depending on usage

Building 3, A District:

Shared accommodation for standard room is 33 RMB per night
Single room for standard room is 66 RMB per night
Shared accommodation for normal room is 21 RMB per night
Single room for normal room is 42 RMB per night
washing machine usage is 45 RMB for 10 loads of washing
50 RMB room key deposit (which you will get back at the end of the stay)
Electricity which is approximately 100 RMB per 6 weeks depending on your usage
telephone expenses depending on usage

Foreign students hotel, C District:

70 RMB per 2 person room without bath (has shower) (35 RMB/person)
78 RMB per 2 person room with bath (39 RMB/person)
120 RMB per day for short-term students
1 RMB per EMU (Electricity Measurement Unit)
50 RMB key deposit
15 RMB per month large fridge (while stock lasts!)
   
    
   

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

High School Graduate

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.

3.  Graducation Certificate of High school
Graduation Certificate should be in English or Chinese, if not，it should be translated into English or Chinese and be notarized

4.  Academic transcript of high school