Fudan University – Shanghai
|
| (est $695 USD) / (est 1695 USD) |
The Program
Fudan University was founded in 1905, and named after a Confucian classic “Shang Shu” written about two thousand years ago. Over the past 80 years, Fudan University has grown into a comprehensive university consisting of 5 branches of learning: the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, technological sciences, and management studies. Fudan has 8 schools, 29 departments, 23 research institutes, and 9 inter department centers. Over 11,000 students attend, and is staffed by more than 2500 teachers. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are awarded.
The Location
Shanghai has a population of 13 million people and is one of China’s largest cities, as well as one of China’s three municipalities. Shanghai is a flourishing city with rich cultural resources and is an important place to witness the contemporary and changing life of Chinese people. Shanghai is China’s largest industrial city as well as the financial, informational, and cultural center of the country. Shanghai is also an important port city, and has the second largest airport in China with over 40 international and domestic air lines. Shanghai is set to become once again the “Wall Street” of the east, as it continues its amazing growth within a “new” China. It’s thriving metropolis continues to attract students from all over the world to experience its vitality in helping to change the face of China.
Shanghai has a subtropical maritime climate, four distinct seasons and moderate rainfall. It is warm and rainy in spring, hot and humid during the summer, cool and less rainy in autumn, and cold and dry in winter.
Courses
NOTE: All courses are offered at the 100 – 400 university levels, and taught by qualified faculty. Students take placement exam to determine level.
Learn Mandarin Chinese language: all levels – elementary to advanced: 8 levels. Chinese courses include: Reading and Writing, Listening and Speaking, Composition, Introduction to Modern Chinese.
Reading and Writing: 10 hr/w, from level 1-3. This course concentrates on study for Chinese pinyin, basic sentence patterns and Chinese characters, in order to help acquire a knowledge of Chinese pinyin, basic grammar, and to master the skill of writing Chinese characters, short essays, and to read Chinese.
Listening and Speaking: 9 hr/w, from level 1-3. This course focuses on the Chinese pinyin, simple daily conversation to help students improve skills in speaking and listening. Extensive drills.
Intensive Reading: 8 hr/w, from level 4-8. Students consolidate the grammar and vocabulary from the first 3 textbooks, building up vocabulary, discriminate the meaning and usage of words and expressions, continue to study sentence patterns and grammar, and intensify the training in Chinese reading.
Extensive reading: 2 hr/w, from level 4-8. Intensive training of students in reading, expanding scope of readings, speed, increase vocabulary.
Listening: 4 hr/w, from level 4-6. Establish correct listening habits, master techniques and methods, expand areas of knowledge, build vocabulary, improve listening comprehension through intensive practicing of sentences, paragraphs, conversations, and essays.
Spoken Chinese: 4 hr/w, from level 4-8. Helps students master the techniques of spoken Chinese in a variety of situations. Advance training in colloquial expression.
News Listening and Newspaper Reading: 4 hr/w, from level 7-8. Help students acquire significant proficiency in Chinese newspaper reading and news listening.
Composition: 2 hr/w, from level 4-8. This course concentrates on the study of practical Chinese writing and narration, in order to improve student’s ability of expression in writing.
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SESSION (5 Weeks) – Taught in English
Sample Course List – Taught by Faculty at Fudan
- Ancient Chinese Thought
- Chinese Buddhism
- Modern Chinese Fiction
- Comparative Philosophy: Chinese and Western
- History of Diplomacy in Modern China
- Sino-American Relations and the Rise of Asia
- Chinese Media and Politics in the Context of Globalization
- Urban Research: Shanghai in Comparative Perspective
- Chinese Culture and Business Practice
- Service Marketing in China
- Games of Strategy / International Business
- Chinese Financial Markets
- Dynamics of Chinese Economy
Academic Credit
4 hours of class are taught daily. 20 hours per week. Summer Courses: 4 – 8 credits. Upon completing the program, the student will receive (upon request) an official transcript (Certificate) from the University in China. Semester: 12 – 17 credits.
Financial Aid
Yes, you can use your financial aid on this program. Please have your Financial Aid office e-mail us a “Consortium Agreement” to complete and sign. CSA does not offer any scholarships or financial aid, we can only assist you in using your home school’s financial aid on this program.
Activities
Staff there may organize visits to: Shanghai sites, Suzhou, Wuxi, Hangzhou, Guilin, Nanjing, Yangzhou, Xian, as well as to Beijing. It often depends on if there is enough interest among the students. It is not guaranteed that any trips will be provided, for it all depends on the staff schedule there. Students often group up and go on local field trips and excursions themselves for it is so easy to do. But if there are any organized trips, participation is optional, and cost extra (paid directly there).
Extra activities may also include: Chinese folk music, Beijing Opera, theatre, acrobatics, painting and calligraphy, and Chinese cooking. These activities are mostly conducted during the summer sessions.
Housing
Housing is available in a campus residence (dormitory) or nearby guest house. Double rooms with private bath,TV, telephone, laundry, heater and air conditioner. Access to internet is available. Cost ranges from 70 RMB for a double per week, and 100 RMB for a single room per week. Can add the housing cost together with your program for convenience if you prefer. Single rooms can also be requested upon check-in. Meals are purchased separately in campus restaurant (cafeteria) for approx. $50 USD per week. On campus housing is limited, so please register as early as possible. Can also be arranged directly there upon check-in, but space will be more limited. Housing is paid for directly there upon check-in. Major credit cards may be accepted (Visa/MC/AMEX).
Off campus housing is also available in student type “Guest Houses” and best arranged upon arrival so you see the Guest House facility first before paying for it. May need to stay in hotel nearby for 1 – 2 nights while you confirm your housing. Arranged by student.
If you prefer to stay in a hotel for the first 1 – 2 days of arrival, before moving into your student housing, we suggest one of the following hotels nearby Fudan campus:
- Hanting Express Inn – Fudan University: www.boo.com
- Crowne Plaza Hotel – Shanghai Fudan: www.ichotelsgroup.com
Dates and Fees
* Prices in RMB – Chinese Yuan Renminbi.
SPRING SEMESTER 2012
| February 20th – July 7th, 2012 | 10,500 RMB (est $1695 USD) |
SUMMER SESSIONS 2012
| * INTERNATIONAL SESSION – 5 Week Summer School | |
| Chinese Language + Cultural Electives in English | |
| June 2nd – July 7th, 2012 | 9200 RMB (est $1495 USD) |
* JULY COURSE: July 9th – August 3rd, 2012
* AUGUST COURSE: August 4th – 31st, 2012
* Attend weekly , 2 – 7 weeks. Start at beginning dates: July 9th or Aug 4th
| 2 weeks | 2900 RMB (est $495 USD) |
| 3 weeks | 3400 RMB |
| 4 weeks | 3800 RMB (est $695 USD) |
| 5 weeks | 4600 RMB |
| 6 weeks | 5400 RMB |
| 7 weeks | 6200 RMB (est $995 USD) |
* Must start course at beginning date: July 9th or Aug 4th.
* Similar summer dates in 2013
FALL SEMESTER 2012
| September 3rd, 2012 – January 11th, 2013 | 10,500 RMB (est $1695 USD) |
ACADEMIC YEAR 2012 – 2013
| September 3rd, 2012 – July 6th, 2013 | 21,000 RMB (est $3295 USD) |
SPRING SEMESTER 2013
| February 18th – July 6th, 2013 | 10,500 RMB |
FALL SEMESTER 2013
| September 2nd, 2013 – January 10th, 2014 | 10,500 RMB |
Excursions are not included, and are optional if provided.
Requirements
Program open to all students and adults 18 years of age and older. Passport and Visa required for entering China. Confirmation of enrollment is required for student Visa. CSA will provide JW202 documents (letter of admission) to each applicant, so they can apply for a Visa. Early registration is advised, so you can receive the JW202 documents in time to apply for a Visa at the nearest Chinese Consulate.
Overall, you may want to consider obtaining the following vaccinations prior to entering China: Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus (DTP), polio booster, and flu shot. Ask your doctor or medical clinic. Also, please review the “Health related” web-links in the “Resources” section of the CSA website.
Students staying for a Semester or Academic Year will be asked to complete a “Health Exam Form” by the China Embassy (Consulate). This is part of the Visa application requirements. You may also be required to take a routine medical test (aids test) while in China, which will cost a small fee to each student. This only applies to long term students (Semester – Academic Year). Does not apply to short-term summer students.
Visa Assistance
This may help you in receiving your visa quicker. CSA will send you the “Letter of Admission” needed for your VISA application.
Zierer Visa Service
http://www.zvs.com
1-800-843-9151
1-866-788-1100
Use express mail when using these visa services.
For additional links, visit the Resources section of this site.
Registration and Information
Register online. CSA Registration Deposit of $45 USD required to be fully registered. Can pay online by credit card. CSA also accepts personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, wire transfer, or direct deposit. Please review the “Register Overview” section for details. We will send an e-mail confirmation receipt and additional information shortly after receiving your online registration form. Thank you.
