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Tsinghua University - China Summer Service Learning Program (SSLP)
Beijing and rural areas in various provinces, China
Student Enrollment: 35,000
Language of instruction: English
www.wangfoundation.net/service_learning.htm
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PROGRAM TYPE
ISEP-Direct summer program
ISEP-Direct site for member and affiliate students.
Summer program available.
**OPTIONAL PRE-SESSION FOR BEGINNER CHINESE LEVEL STUDENTS!**
Dates: July 5-13, 2010
Cost: $600 (includes tuition, course materials, housing, meals, and excursions)
Take beginner Chinese language and culture classes in the morning with excursions in the afternoon to cultural sites around Beijing including the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the National Theatre, the Olympic Stadium, Peking Opera, and Chinese Acrobatics. Students will also get a chance to practice their newly acquired Chinese with Tsinghua university students.
Chance of Placement
ISEP-Direct chance of placement for U.S. students is Excellent.
Courses
NOTE: Course not offered for credit. Academic credit will be determined by students' home institutions.
U.S. participants will attend an orientation program at Tsinghua University in Beijing to meet their Chinese partners, learn about China's poverty alleviation issues, and develop plans to implement their service projects. Projects commonly involve teaching English in local schools or computer training. Participants will then travel in teams to their sites in rural areas throughout China where they will reside for two weeks. Transportation will be organized and paid for by Tsinghua University. Each group will consist of approximately 2-3 international students, 5 Tsinghua students, and a faculty advisor. All Chinese participants speak English, and Chinese knowledge is not a requirement for U.S. student participation.
Academic Notes
The Summer Service Learning Program (SSLP) brings Chinese and International undergraduates together to combat poverty issues in rural China. Students will spend approximately three weeks developing and implementing a service learning project in rural China. The programs include teaching English, doing poverty alleviation research, giving lectures and cultural communications, and visiting local villages. The SSLP is hosted by the Wang Foundation in collaboration with Tsinghua University.
Special Academic Conditions
The ideal candidate will have proven experience or interest in development issues, as well as exposure to international travel. Students with a background in Asian studies are preferred.
Special ISEP Application Instructions
Students must be junior or senior status with good academic standing. Please use the ISEP-Summer/Short Term Programs application. Applications are due to ISEP by March 15, 2010.
Language Notes
Previous study of Chinese language is not required. The orientation program will be provided in English and all Chinese participants have English proficiency.
Note: The host institution ultimately determines your proficiency level and course eligibility.
Program Dates
July 13-August 1, 2010
Housing and Meals
During orientation in Beijing, students will be housed at the Overseas Student Dormitory at the Tsinghua University main campus. While completing the service learning projects in rural China, students will stay in local accommodations arranged by Tsinghua University. Tuition, board, and lodging included in the program fee.
ISEP-Direct
Information about ISEP-Direct fees and dates.
Summer Program
See summer program information
Profile
Tsinghua University, founded in 1911, is one of China's premier universities and is widely recognized for its engineering and applied sciences programs. It is commonly compared to MIT in the U.S. Tsinghua University has over 35,000 students.
The School of Continuing Education at Tsinghua University has been collaborating with the Wang Foundation since 2006 to support poverty alleviation through international education and service learning. The mission of the Wang Foundation is to build cross-cultural knowledge and create global citizens.
Location
Tsinghua University is located in northwest Beijing, near the Summer Palace and Peking University. The picturesque campus hosts several royal gardens dating back to the Qing Dynasty as well as stunning modern architecture. Public transportation is convenient and inexpensive.
Upon completing orientation, students will be dispersed to 30 different locations. Geography, climate, and general living situations will vary greatly between placements.
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