PRE-DEPARTURE
Information and Advice
Prior to your travel to China, we will help you. We will answer any
questions or concerns you may have about your study abroad in China.
We will send you a welcome package filled with useful information about your
study abroad in China. This will include information regarding traveling to
China, accommodation in Beijing, Chinese Universities in China, Chinese
language course information, safety information, and of course what to bring
with you to China.
Application, Registration, Enrollment and Acting as your Liaison &
Chinese Visa Assistance
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For joint Chinese study program, we will assist you with registration at
University of International Relations.
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Provide documents relating to obtaining your Chinese visa, if required
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Provide information and advice regarding your Chinese visa
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Act as a liaison for continuing students to continue their study of
Chinese in Beijing with the University of International Relations. We
will accompany you and walk you through the registration process and
help you on your first day of class.
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We will also liaison with the University of International relations to
ensure a smooth transition from one Chinese language program to the
other.
Accommodation in Beijing- Arrangements
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We will provide you with prearranged accommodation in Beijing.
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We will not overcharge you for the accommodation
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We will act as a liaison between the accommodation and you
(accommodation staff only speak Chinese)
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We will ensure that you are registered with the Public Security Bureau,
a requirement for your Chinese visa validity
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To facilitate the Chinese modified Chinese learning immersion
environment, your accommodation will be labeled with both Chinese and
English to help you quickly and effortlessly pickup Chinese vocabulary
*Certain accommodations only
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We will provide you with a power converter for your use during your stay
to convert from the Chinese electricity standard to American electricity
standards if needed
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WHILE IN TRANSIT
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Welcome packet explains what will happen you can expect while in transit
to your study abroad in China
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We will provide you with emergency contact numbers while in transit
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We will provide you with a calling card that you can use to call China
or back overseas (for free!) in case you need to contact us or your
loved ones while in transit
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UPON ARRIVAL
Airport Pickup and “Welcome to Your Study in China” Reception
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We will meet you upon your arrival in Beijing. We will meet you at
either Beijing International Airport or Beijing Train Station.
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You will receive a welcome bag including magazines, Beijing tourist
guides, Beijing tourist attractions, Beijing maps, Beijing subway maps,
information about Beijing nightlife, some small snacks and of course
water.
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You also receive quick reference guide and emergency contact information
including contact information for the US Embassy in Beijing and
Consulates in China as well as emergency contact information for staff
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We will escort you to your accommodation in Beijing, register you at the
front desk, and ensure that you are settled in.
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We will provide you with towels and toilet paper (not provided by other
companies that use the student center nor the student center itself)
Notification of Family and Loved Ones or others
We know you may have family, friends, colleagues or even bosses or
associates that would like to know when you have arrived safely in China.
We will help you do that. We will assist you in making phone calls (which
you can make for free!) to notify people of your safe arrival in China.
If you are too tired, jet lagged, or otherwise, we can handle this for you.
We will notify up to 3 people of your arrival on your behalf.
Orientation & Area Tours
We will provide you with an orientation that includes the following:
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Area tour including showing you classrooms, facilities, coffee lounge,
and the surrounding area
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Information regarding safety, health, and hygiene
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Information and maps regarding Beijing nightlife and Beijing hotspots
and local restaurants, banks, post offices etc.
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A question and answer session will also answer any questions who may
have about your Chinese language study program, the joint program at the
Chinese University, or any other issues related to your study of Chinese
in Beijing, China
Welcome Banquet
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The welcome banquet will introduce you to Chinese dishes and Chinese
food.
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Gives you the opportunity to meet staff and fellow students
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The welcome banquet will also be a Chinese learning experience with
Chinese teaching staff in attendance
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WHILE YOU ARE STUDYING CHINESE IN BEIJING
LEARN CHINESE QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY
Chinese Learning Books, Chinese Learning Software, and Chinese Learning
Materials
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All books and materials required for the course are included in the
program fee
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Proprietary materials, Chinese vocabulary lists, and Chinese learning
software contents aid your study in China and provide a starting point
for continued study after your return home
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Materials for continuing your Chinese language study after your return
home
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For continuing students with the University of International Relations,
we will buy the books for you to save you the hassle
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Unique Modified Chinese Immersion Environment
If you have read our methodologies, and what makes us unique pages you have
learned why we are special. We have several ways to create a modified
Chinese immersion environment which is unique to our school.
Room
Your Chinese learning environment is your living environment. We have
worked with the accommodation providers in Beijing to label your rooms in
both Chinese and English so that you may effortlessly pick up Chinese
vocabulary.*Certain accommodations only
Excursions
A neat feature of our program is that the classes involve regular excursions
into the environment. You will be accompanied during these excursions but
you'll have to work hard to apply what you've learned in the classroom.
This gives you the opportunity to have the benefits of a Chinese immersion
environment without the overwhelming feeling and other detractors of the
full immersion environment. Please see why full immersion is not the
correct approach for Chinese.
Outings
Outings normally include a tutor or teacher so that the time is both spent
learning Chinese and applying your spoken Chinese skills.
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Palm-Pilot (or PDA) and Chinese Learning Software
We don't buy you a cheap model as some kind of gimmick—we buy you a
top-of-the-line model with full-color, Chinese handwriting recognition, and
sound capability.
Current model PDA we are using in the Chinese course in Beijing.
*Subject to change based on current models availability
The PDA aids your Chinese learning by:
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Providing students with Electronic Chinese language dictionary to aid in
the Chinese learning process
<<<Other schools may give you a dictionary (a $5 paperback); we give you a
complete portable Chinese reference and learning support system>>>
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Palm pilot and
Chinese learning software aid learning by allowing
instant look up in a huge database of Chinese words, automatic
vocabulary list generation, and other study tools and content both
proprietary and purchased for you.
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Includes Chinese Wordlists, Chinese vocab lists and subject matter that
augments the books used in the Chinese language course and allows
on-the-go studying to maximize use of your time.
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Chinese character handwriting recognition allows you to more easily and
readily communicate and learn Chinese from local Chinese people.
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Recording function allows recording new vocabulary and dialogs for later
review
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It's MP3 player function allows you to review our listening materials on
the go, for maximum convenience and Chinese learning efficiency
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The PDA is a new model that you keep and includes several Chinese
learning software packages purchased for you.
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Personal one-to-one tutoring – 2 Hours Per Day; 7 Days a Week!
In addition to the six hours of class time Monday through Friday,
each student gets a personal tutor for one-on-one tuition for two hours a
day for every single day of the course.
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Augments classroom curriculum by expanding on concepts covered in class
and reviewing them
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Allows the best practical Chinese learning environment and lots of time
for conversation practice
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Deepens understanding by giving a student time in which he can apply
what he learned during the day with someone who will gently guide him.
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Clarifies complex or problem areas that the student had trouble with
during the day
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Adds cultural depth by having close interaction everyday with a native
Chinese who explains things from their frame of reference and
understanding.
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Personal assistant, Translator, and Guide
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In addition to the functions of tutor, the personal tutor also serves as
your personal assistant.
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Part of their job description is to accompany you to places you wish to
go such the local supermarket.
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Also if you have a business meeting or other function they can act as a
translator.
However, this is not their primary purpose and you will be expected to “work
for it” so as to practice your Chinese. You can use them as a crutch but
not as a free ride. However, should you get in over your head or in trouble
they can help you out. (Customers are responsible for paying for
transportation to any special places)
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THIS IS IMPORTANT:
What’s the difference between a Chinese language partner and a Chinese
language tutor?
Some other schools offer a “Chinese learning partner” or a “Chinese language
exchange”. How is this different?
How is a Chinese language
tutor better?
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More Interaction with Teachers
One of our goals is to offer more personal interaction than any other
program. Below are some of the additional ways in which
students have more opportunity to interact with their teachers than at other
schools.
Lunch with teachers
Often, the teacher will eat lunch with the class to facilitate and
enhance the Chinese learning experience. This is one of the teachers paid
duties. This helps make our program deliver better value to you.
Small class sizes
Our Chinese class sizes will never exceed eight students per class. This
allows for optimal Chinese learning environment, the modified immersion
techniques, and plenty of teacher interaction for you during your study
abroad in China.
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Facilities – Chinese Learning Environment
Modern facilities that are comfortable and include snacks inside of the
classroom. Take a look at some of our
pictures of the classroom. Students
will sit together like in a small conference room or meeting so
as to facilitate interaction and a small family-type environment.
Computer Lab in Class Room
Some schools have a computer lab, others don’t, still others only include it
in their “premium package”. Our computer lab is integrated into the
classroom (Laptops in the classroom). Students will utilize a variety
of programs to facilitate a rapid pace as you learn to speak Chinese.
Reference Library
Available for use by the students currently enrolled in the course Chinese
language course in Beijing.
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Collection of Chinese learning materials, Chinese learning software,
books and tapes.
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Additional items give a breadth of knowledge about Chinese culture and
other things and include: character learning materials, books, music,
and DVDs as well as other Chinese learning materials and reference
materials relating to living in China, doing business in China, and
Chinese culture.
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These are available free to students and are able to be checked out.
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Learn Chinese Culture and Sightsee with Guided Tours
We will accompany you to some of the most famous tour spots in Beijing and
historical spots of cultural significance. Unlike other schools, we don't
hire an intern or student to be your guide—a teacher or tutor who will
accompany you. Therefore the tours are an integral part of the curriculum.
Class is held in the van on the way* and real-life application is applied
during the tour. *depending on length of trip and class size
These are the list of the spots:
1. Hu Tong (famous traditional Chinese building structures)
2. CBD (Beijing Central Business District)
3. Tiananmen Square
4. Great Wall
5. BeiHai Park
6. Forbidden City
7. Lama Temple
8. Summer Palace
9. San Li Tun (Famous Bar-Street and Night-Life Center)
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RELAX
Social Activities and Cultural Activities
CLIB will organize, from time to time, social outings and meet-ups to give
you an opportunity to practice your Chinese speaking skills and to give you
a chance to make friends and network with classmates and new Chinese friends
and acquaintances.
These could be anything from visiting a company, to a bar outing or dinner
with Chinese counterparts.
Roast duck dinner
Sometime during the course, we will take you to the famous Beijing roast
duck dinner. Of course, you will use this opportunity to practice your
Chinese as well.
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TRAVEL IN CHINA
For an additional fee, CLIB is able to organize weekend travel packages.
This can serve to enlighten the student about China’s cultural richness. The
pictures from these tours can provide memories for a lifetime! These tours
are held from time to time and are subject to local travel conditions and
minimum amount of participants.
These tours are not included in the regular tuition but prices start as a
low as $100 for a 3 day excursion.
Places may include:
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Xian
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Shanghai
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Inner Mongolia
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Tibet (after course extension tour only because of the distance
involved)
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Dalian
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Chengdu
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Shaolin Temple
English speaking guides are included and teachers/tutors may accompany the
group.
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PEACE OF MIND DURING YOUR STAY IN CHINA: A SECURITY NET FOR YOUR STUDY IN
CHINA
24 Hours a day 7 Days a Week Student Hotline
Assistance and information is available any time in case of emergency or
other urgent need
Help and assistance
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Accompaniment to the doctor or hospital when you are sick to aid in
translation
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On Call- CLIB offers 24-hour emergency support in case you need to reach
a staff member in case of medical or other emergency during your study
abroad in China
Communications
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Receive faxes free of charge
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Notification of Family and Loved Ones or others upon arrival and
departure
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Receive and distribute mail on behalf of the student
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Computer access with free high speed Internet and e-mail so that you
can keep in contact with your family and friends
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High speed internet access available in the accommodation (additional
charge)
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Calling card to make free long distance phone calls back to the US or your home
country
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Accompaniment to the local post office to familiarize you with the
process of mailing things back home if needed.
Other Services Included
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Multilingual staff provides informational assistance with a variety of
issues regarding your study abroad in China
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Assist in setting up bank accounts and cell phone, phone account , and
internet accounts if needed
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Provide you with a power converter for your use during your stay to
convert from the Chinese electricity standard to American electricity
standards if needed (if you are from the US)
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Provide booklets, magazines, and information about Beijing life living
in Beijing, working in Beijing, finding jobs in Beijing, Beijing
hotspots and Beijing nightlife
if
requested.
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Information resistance regarding renewing your Chinese visa. (We can
introduce you to a good visa agent)
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Personalized name cards: English and Chinese name cards provided free of
charge. During your study in China you will certainly want to network
and meet new friends
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE
Farewell Dinner
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A chance to solidify your relationships and say “goodbye” to your new
found friends.
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A chance to exchange contact information and cards.
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Just one more fun outing before you leave from your study in China
Chinese Language Program Certificate
Students who fully enroll and complete the course receive a certificate from and certified by The University of
International Relations, an established and accredited University in
Beijing, China .
What’s the difference between a certificate from another school or
"Academy" and our certificate?
