CHI 100/115/265: Supervised Study Abroad China

CHI 100/115/265
6 weeks in China; 6 credits
CHI 103/113/263
4 weeks in China; 4 credits
Professor Hongchu Fu

Beginning Chinese (CHI 110-6 weeks; CHI 103 - 4 weeks). This course is designed to introduce Chinese language and culture to students with little or no previous Chinese language background and prepare them for studying first-year Chinese. Combining language study with studies of other aspects of Chinese culture (literature, art, history, economy, etc.) provides students with firsthand experience of the development of contemporary China. Classes and discussions are held at the International College of Chinese Studies at East China Normal University in Shanghai. The program includes field trips to points of historical interests and many cultural activities. Students learn through personal experience about the emergence of modern China and its changing culture. Prerequisites: Permission of the department.

First-year Chinese (CHI 115 - 6 weeks; CHI 113 - 4 weeks). Course designed to improve active oral proficiency in Chinese, to introduce various aspects of Chinese culture, and to prepare students for studying second-year Chinese. Classes are held at the International College of Chinese Studies at East China Normal University in Shanghai. Students will have opportunities to mingle with ordinary Chinese people, to engage in everyday conversation, and to have first-hand experience of the development of contemporary China. Program includes field trips to points of historical interest and many cultural activities. Prerequisite: CHI 112, permission of the department.

Second-year Chinese (CHI 265 - 6 weeks; CHI 263 - 4 weeks). Course designed to further improve student oral proficiency in Chinese, to introduce various aspects of Chinese culture, and to prepare students for studying third-year Chinese. Classes are held at the International College of Chinese Studies at East China Normal University in Shanghai. Students discuss and debate with Chinese students about emerging social, economic and policy issues. Program includes field trips to points of historical interest and many cultural activities. Prerequisite: CHI 261 or 262, permission of the department.

Program Fee: (paid to W&L) Approx. $3,400 (6 weeks) and $2,285 (4weeks) includes visa fees, accommodation, tuition and course materials, local transportation. Note that these are approximate figures and the correct amount will be posted as soon as it is available.

Other Estimated Expenses: Airfare - $1,500; Meals at ECNU - $7-9 per day in the dining hall.

Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation: Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 7 p.m. in Northen Auditorium, Leyburn Library.

Email Prof. Hongchu Fu for further details.