Total Peace of Mind + The Best
Learning Experience
From the moment
of application until your departure from China we are here for you to guide
and support you. Our packages start with the pre-departure guide and
include everything you need to have a safe and carefree trip: 24 hour hotline, and an experienced staff with years of
experience.
Information and Advice; Help and Assistance
The
EAST-WEST CONNECTION is composed of an experienced international staff
mostly from US, Philippines and China which is fluent in English and has
long experience in Beijing. The office is conveniently located in the
universities area of Beijing and ensure you an easy access from the
residence and the classes. We will provide you reliable information and
professional assistance during your stay in China to make it a complete
positive experience.
Tuition and Materials
Our tuition fees are
detailed on this page for each program. All fees, books, and materials
are included in the full package.
After Class
Tuition OR 1 ON 1 TUITION
Learning
Mandarin program: Language teachers proficient in English and selected for
their professionalism are available after class on
afternoons especially for language coaching, homework assistance and to help
you to improve your Chinese speaking skills. Coordinated with class
teachers, they are trained to efficiently explain specificities of the
language.
Accommodations
East-West
Connection has selected the appropriate accommodation to provide a good
learning environment. We understand a safe, clean and comfortable
accommodation is important for you then we’ve selected customized double or
single room with our partner. Accommodation reservations and arrangements
are taken care of by EWC staff before the participants arrive in China.
Early applications are advised as accommodations are placed on a first come
first served basis.
Language Exchange Partner Program
As we want
to provide you a global learning experience including understanding China,
we’ll help you to meet and spend time with dynamic and open minded locals
from Beijing. Participants and their language exchange partners will be able
to share their cultures, discuss about their habits in both languages
outside language classrooms.
Electives
Various
electives are repeated throughout the year and may include calligraphy,
painting, tai chi, Chinese massage or Chinese cooking.
Friendship Program
EAST-WEST
CONNECTION can connect you to a network of dynamic students in local
universities willing to share time and help you to experience the best out
of Beijing life.
Tours and Excursions
Experienced
English and Chinese speaking guides will guide you to the best local
attractions such as Tian'anmen Square, the Great Wall, the Summer Palace and
the Forbidden City. Admission and transport are provided. Our guides will
also help you to practice your Chinese with locals and bringing you to local
markets, experiencing your first bargaining in Chinese.
Orientation Day
Held on the
first day of the program. Includes information briefing (about course,
banking services, medical aspects, etc.) and a tour of the classrooms,
teaching facilities, student facilities, offices, and surroundings. A
special Chinese welcome diner is held followed by a meeting with Chinese
students for Friendship and Language partner participants.
Student Center
Our
institute gives access to an easily accessible Student Lounge, where
students can access internet for free and all our resources such as
magazines or books covering Chinese teaching to Martial Arts.
Resources
We will
provide you with all necessary textbooks and Chinese learning materials as
you continue your Chinese language learning at the University in Beijing.
Free Internet
Free
wireless access is available in our offices and students can use internet
facilities in the accommodation center.
Visa
Once your
application is accepted and your enrollment is finalized, we will transmit
you documents to obtain a Visa in the People’s Republic of China. The
Admission letter and JW202 form will be part of this Visa application
support package if required.
Airport Reception
Our warm
welcome staff will pick you up at the airport and bring you to the
accommodation, avoiding you potential hazards and difficulties of your first
steps in the program.
Welcome Packet
After your
arrival in Beijing, you will be provided a welcome bag including prepaid
long distance card, magazines, Beijing attractions and tourist guides,
Beijing maps (English / Chinese), information about Beijing nightlife,
Chinese-English reference menu, some snacks, water, towels and shower shoes.
It will also include a guide and emergency contact information (US Embassy
in Beijing and Consulates in China as well as EWC emergency contact
information).
Internship and Work-Study Experience
We provide
assistance to connect you with local and foreign companies where you will
have the occasion to acquire a work experience and interact with Chinese.
The selection process is depending on the matching of your abilities (based
on your resume) with the requirements of companies who will enroll you and
agree with you on characteristics of the contract.
Monthly Travel Packages
Students
willing to explore more in depth the greatness of China can take part in
discounted customized travel packages to the top national attractions (from
Inner Mongolia to Tibet).
Social Events
We will
propose various social events to discover more the local culture
and enjoy Beijing life with your classmates. Events generally include the
traditional Beijing Duck dinner, outings to popular Karaoke and local movie
theater.
Airfare
EAST-WEST
CONNECTION program doesn’t include flight tickets from and to China. Though, it is
recommended to book in advance to get fares to China starting from 600$.
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