The Chinese Language Program of East China Normal University has been started since the 1960s. For decades, with the high-quality teaching system and various cultural activities, it has provided a platform for many international students to enjoy the Chinese learning and get a better understanding of Chinese culture. Affected by the global epidemic of this year, and based on the different situations and needs of international students currently in China and abroad, ECNU launched Chinese Language Program (Offline), Chinese Language Online Program and Business Chinese Language Program (Offline) in fall Semester 2021. Welcome to join us!

Program Introduction

1. Offline Chinese Language Program

Target: For students currently in China’s mainland or students from countries that opened study visa application. Classes will be held on site.

Program Duration: September 6th - December 31th , 2021 (classes will start from September 13th )

Fees：Application fee 400 RMB; tuition fee 9800 RMB/semester; textbooks 200 RMB/semester

Textbooks: 40 Lessons for Basic Chinese (I,II) , Development Chinese (elementary, intermediate, advanced), Times Chinese Newspaper Reading Course etc

Program Features:

● Small Class : Less than 20 people per class;

● Various Courses: ECNU outstanding Chinese teaching team, face to face to improve your Chinese with equal emphasis on listening, speaking, reading and writing;

● Completion Certificate: Formal transcripts and certificate of completion will be issued to students who successfully complete the course.

Timetable:

2. Chinese Language Online Program

Target: For students who are overseas currently only. Students can take live stream courses on ZHUMU Software.

Program Duration: September 6th - December 31th , 2021 (classes will start from September 13th )

Fees：Application fee 400 RMB; tuition fee 9800 RMB/semester

Teaching materials : Teachers will instruct students to prepare.

40 Lessons for Basic Chinese, Development Chinese, Times Chinese Newspaper Reading Course etc

Program Features:

● Distance Teaching: Interaction with the teacher in live stream class, in a dynamic class atmosphere; Teachers track each students' progress and provide timely feedback and guidance;

● Various Teaching Mode: A combination of comprehensive, listening and speaking courses to develop student’s multiple skills. Special newspaper reading and Chinese culture classes for students of higher levels to improve the effectiveness of Chinese learning;

● Flexible Learning: The recorded video can be viewed repeatedly anytime and anywhere;

● Proof of Completion: An electronic transcript will be issued at the end of the program and an electronic completion certificate will be issued for students who successfully complete the program.

Timetable:

Note:

※ The timetable above is according to Beijing time;

※ Provide online tutoring every week, the specific time is subject to the arrangement of each

class.

3. Business Chinese Language Program (Offline)

Target: For students currently in China’s mainland or students from countries that opened study visa application. Classes will be held on site.

Class opening conditions: Chinese level should be equivalent to HSK 4 and above, class will be opened with a minimum of 8 students.

*If the conditions for opening classes are not met, students can choose to transfer to Chinese Language program（Online/Offline）

Program Duration: September 6th - December 31th , 2021 (classes will start from September 13th )

Fees：Application fee 400 RMB; tuition fee 15000 RMB/semester; textbooks 200 RMB/semester

Course description:

This featured language program is designed for those who will or have already engaged in business career under Chinese-related background. We customize a series of courses to help you obtain a larger vocabulary and specialized knowledge of business purpose. Through this program, the students’ capabilities of listening, speaking, reading and writing centred around business Chinese’s proficiency would be greatly improved at the same time. The diverse classes fit the pragmatic needs and use for the students, who will learn appropriate and idiomatic expressions, as well as grasp practical communication skills in business surroundings.

Timetable:

Documents Required

1. Copy of passport

2. ID photo

3. Study certificate/highest diploma (Chinese/English version)

Application Procedures

1. Apply online: http://lxsapply.ecnu.edu.cn, please pay attention to important notice(eg: placement test) by e-mail after application;

2. Application deadline:

1) Chinese Language Program (Offline): July 31, 2021

2) Business Chinese Language Program (Offline): July 31, 2021

3) Chinese Language Online Program: August 13, 2021

3. Age requirement: 18-55 years old

4. Application materials and application fees are not refundable once submitted

How to Pay

1) Pay via online application system;

2) Bank Transfer

Account Name : EAST CHINA NORMAL UNIVERSITY

Account No.: 446872907745

Bank Name: BANK OF CHINA SHANGHAI BRANCH

SWIFT Code: BKCHCNBJ300

Address：200 MID YINCHENG ROAD, PUDONG AREA, SHANGHAI, CHINA

*Note: Applicants should finish the payment before Augest 15, 2021. Please indicate that the payment is for Tuition fee and Applicant’s passport name, then send the receipt of payment by email once you finish the bank transfer.

Refund Rules

1) Chinese Language Program (Offline) & Business Chinese Language Program (Offline) : A full refund is available for those who give up enrollment and complete the withdrawal procedures and visa cancellation procedures before the specified registration date; complete the withdrawal procedures and visa cancellation procedures within the first two weeks after registration day, receive 70% refund; you will no longer get the refund after the first two weeks since the registration day;

2) Chinese Language Online Program: The first week of class is a free trial week and you can get a full refund within the first week. You will no longer get the refund after the first week.

Visa and Accommodation

ECNU can provide with visa document and accommodation on campus for students of Chinese Language Program(Offline) and Business Chinese Language Program(Offline), please wait for further notice. ECNU does not provide with visa document and accommodation on campus for students of Chinese Language Online Program.

Contact Us

Program Officer: Ren Qiao (Lucca)

E-mail: qren@gec.ecnu.edu.cn

Tel: +86-21-62232013/62238353

Address: Room 253, Physics Building, East China Normal University, 3663 North Zhongshan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai,China