• This program will be divided into different class levels.
• Promoting students’levels of Chinese language.
• The School has a team of high-quality faculty.
• The School pays much attention to Chinese listening, speaking, reading and writing.
• There are some specialized courses and elective courses in this program.
• There are some relevant activities and excursions with well-designed.

1. Program Introduction

Editor Notes: This program includes three parts, which are Chinese culture and natural science courses, other 6 courses, and internship.

• The basic courses in 5-level are prone to strengthening the students’ abilities of listening, speaking, reading, writing. 
• As students' Chinese levels are different, translation will be offered accordingly. 
• There are some relevant culture courses like calligraphy, Chinese painting, Taiji Boxing (the Chinese shadow boxing), Chinese gardens, etc. This program includes 6 levels and every level is for one semester.
• Students who pass final exam will study the high grade of Chinese Course in the next semester.

2. Program Structure

Editor Notes: This progam can be divided into 6 levels.

2.1 Level A

1）Teaching Objectives

Suits  the  beginners  of  Chinese  language,  which  focuses  on training  the  students  to  use  the  simple  Chinese  in  daily communication.  When  finishing  this  course,  students  are required  to master  50  basic Chinese  grammatical  points, 900 words, basic simple sentence patters and some basic conversation modes  and  language  functions,  having  the  ability  of  making simple conversation on the most common topics in daily life.

2) Courses

Listening,Conversation,Reading & writing

2.2 Level B

1）Teaching Objectives

Suits the students who have mastered more than 800 Chinese vocabularies. After about four months study, the students basically shall be able to understand familiar and short sentences in daily social life, and can introduce themselves or other people simply, can communicate with others on familiar topics. the course especially pays attention to the training of the students’ knowledge and ability of HSK.

2) Main Courses

Listening 
and speaking
Reading & writing
Extensive reading

​2.3 Level C

1）Teaching Objectives

Aims to develop the students' ability of oral communication, and students’ reading and writing ability with the proficient use of new words, to comprehensively improve the communicative competence of listening, speaking, reading and writing for Intermediate level learners. The students are required to master about 800 multiplex words and about 120 ways of expression.

2) Main Courses

Reading & writing
Listening &speaking
Newspaper Reading
Chinese Writing

2.4 Level D

1）Teaching Objectives

Aims to develop students' ability in Chinese through relatively separate and mutually complementary listening and speaking exercises, and acquire 200 Chinese idioms and traditional sayings. Students are also encouraged to contribute with texts and problems from their ongoing course or project work.

2) Main Courses

Reading and Writing
Listening &speaking
Newspaper Reading
Chinese Writing

2.5 Level E

1）Teaching Objectives

Emphasis on outlining the overall features of the Chinese culture and describing dynamically its heritage. The students are required to take an active part in analysis, comparison, exchange and discussion in class to enrich their relevant knowledge.
The materials are mainly selected from Chinese and foreign movies and programs on TV according to students’ interests and language proficiency.

2) Main Courses

Advanced Chinese Reading &Writing
Chinese Culture
Chinese Writing
Advanced AVO Chinese

Timetable Sample

2.6 Class Size

The minimum size of each class is 15 and the average is about 20. 

2.7 Completion certificate

Completion certificate will be awarded to students who passed the final exam.

​3. School Introduction

Editor Notes: Shanghai University is well-known for its vigorous international exchanges and cooperation.

​Shanghai University is one of the key universities in the "Project 211". The current president of the university is Professor CHIEN Weichang, a famous educator, scientist, social activist and member of Chinese Academy of Sciences. The Party Secretary of Shanghai University is Professor YU Xinhui and the Executive Vice President is Professor ZHOU Zhewei, Learn More>>

4. College of International Exchange

Editor Notes: The School has built up academic links and cooperated with lots of foreign universities.

• The School provides short- or long-term courses of Chinese language, culture, and economics.
• There are also lots of optional courses and special lectures.
• The School will offer services of visas, accommodation and emergency aids for international students.

5. What Students Say

Editor Notes: The School has lots of international students.

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Name: Ou Chen
From:​ Kenya
Program: International Trade
Subject: Why does he choose SHU? 

"The large population, long history and rapid development in the economy make China wonderland for me. Meanwhile Shanghai, as the economic center of China means more opportunity for learning and self-development. After checking the website, I found that I could not only find majors I liked here, but also many fun loving companions. These are the reasons I chose Shanghai University."

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Name: Victoria
From: Russia
Program: Chinese Language and Literature
Subject: How to get into the campus

"Getting used to life here is easy. You can try to find your compatriots, but if you can't, don't worry, go to the ISU (International Students Union) in the dormitory hall, and you will get help. But, I think the best way to get yourself inside is to find a Chinese peer. After that I believe you will soon have a group of Chinese friends. Of course, if you still have any problem, go to the CIE office for help."

Name: Yang Ling
From: Thailand
Program: Sociology
Subject: One sentence to freshman

"Welcome to Shanghai University! Here we have beautiful environment as well as many athletic facilities. In turn, you should work really hard, and you will find studying here is a real strain. After all, I believe studying abroad in Shanghai University will be your most cherished experience and you will also have deep love for this city."

6. Campus Life

Editor Notes: International students enjoy the wonderful life in the campus.

• Non-Chinese citizens with a valid foreign passport; graduated from high school or above; between 18 and 45 years' old.

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Study Plan

In Chinese or English.

*3. Certificate/diploma of highest education

Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.

*4. Academic transcript of highest education

Academic Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.

*5. Financial support statement

Certificate of your family financial situation background. You need to go to the bank to issue a deposit of your family financial situation.

*6. Security and Background Check

*7. Photocopy of valid passport

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)

*8. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

9. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.

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