• 3 classes
• 16 weeks per semester, 20 credit hours per week
• 2 semesters per year (start in March & September)
• Emphasis on communication skills
• Free HSK training course
• A variety of cultural events

1. Brief Introduction

Editor Note: The program by BIT aims to train students to grasp comprehensive Chinese skills through well designed classes together with colorful cultural trips.

• Aimming to help foreign scholars and students to master Chinese language, furthering their research and teaching and study in the future.
• 12 Chinese language and Culture classes in 8 levels for long-term study run by International Student Center of BIT.
• 5 half days (20 to 24 hours) class instruction a week by professors and lecturers, 16 weeks/one semester.
• Cultural visits such as trip to the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, etc., student get-togethers are also organized for long-term students without extra charge.

2. Course Levels

Editor Note: There are eight levels (L1—L8) of courses with qualified class arrangements designed for all sorts of learners, including Chinese language students, preparatory undergraduates, and high-level degree students.

Class Arrangement		Chinese Level	Duration		Upper Level after Training
Basic	L1 class	Beginners	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L2 or L3
	L2 class	Mastering Chinese about 500 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L3 or L4
Upper	L3 class	Mastering Chinese about 800 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L4 or L5
	L4 class	Mastering Chinese about 1000-1200 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L5 or L6
Intermediate	L5 class	Mastering Chinese about 2000 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L6 or L7
	L6 class	Mastering Chinese about 2500 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L7
Senior	L7 class	Mastering Chinese about 3500 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec	L8
	L8 class	Mastering Chinese about 3500 words	Mar-Jun	Sep-Dec

3. Course Features

Editor Note: The Class has a maximum of 15 students on scale with all kinds of Chinese courses as well as many free classes such as Tai Chi, calligraphy etc.

• Class size is limited to 15 students and are scientifically arranged.
• Opening compulsory courses of Comprehensive Chinese, Chinese listening, reading and speakng.
• Opening distinguished courses such as Words and Pronunciation Training, Chinese Culture, Chinese Idioms and Set Phrases, Overall of Modern China, Advanced Writing and others.
• Furthermore, BIT invites many experts to give free lectures on HSK, Tai Chi, calligraphy, and culture.
• Through intensive instruction and repeated practice, students can improve their overall linguistic ability.

4. Activities

Editor Note: To enhance the effectiveness of classroom instruction, BIT also organize many interesting activities for student to practice their Chinese language skills.

• Field trips may include visiting the Great Wall, Summer Palace, Xiangshan, Beijing Capital Museum, Yuyuantan Park, China National Museum, Beihai Park, 798 Beijing Art Zone, and other places of interest.
• Free lectures are given about calligraphy, Chinese traditional painting, paper cutting, photography, Chinese music appreciation, and Chinese classical movie appreciation.
• Culture and sports competitions may include badminton, volleyball, oral Chinese, singing, photography, writing, long distance walking, and an international culture festival.
• These events offer students’ chances to exhibit their current language ability and arouse their enthusiasm to more fully learn the Chinese language and culture.

5. School Introduction

Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) was founded in Yan'an in 1940. BIT is a national key university, an open, international and research-oriented university of science, engineering and humanities with science and engineering as the focus. BIT is also one of the national "Project 211" universities receiving preferential support from the state. In 2000, BIT was listed in "Plan 985", which gives priority for development by Commission of Science Technology and Industry for National Defense (COSTIND), Ministry of Education (MOE) and Beijing Municipal Government.

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Note: Language & Culture: CNY 8,500 / semester (≈USD 1,400) including CNY 300 insurance / semester

• 1. Non-Chinese citizen with valid foreign passport.
• 2. Aged 18-35.
• 3. Graduates of senior high school (or above).
• 4. In good physical and mental health.

Tuition Fee
Non-degree	RMB 20,000 in total (About $ 4,082)

Accommodation Fee
International Student Apartment
Double Room	RMB 1,350  (More Details)
Quad room	RMB 900  (More Details)
Triple Room	RMB 1,200  (More Details)
Liang Xiang
Double Room	RMB 900  (More Details)
Quad room	RMB 500  (More Details)
Triple Room	RMB 700  (More Details)

Other Fees
Application Fee: The application fee charged by the university, CUCAS only collect on their behalf.	RMB 500 to RMB 600
Service Fee: For the service CUCAS provide to you. If you get a scholarship while applying as a self-financed applicant, you need to pay another scholarship service fee of 200 USD.	USD 54 (Check Policy)
Living Expense	RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000

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*1. Application Form

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2. Non-criminal Record (issued by the local police station)

3. Financial Guarantee Letter (the certificate of bank saving)

4. Applicants under 18 years old must provide

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*5. Personal Statement

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6. Physical Examination Record for Foreigner

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*7. The Photocopy of Passport (photo page and China visa page)

If the student is currently staying in China, please submit a copy of the current visa or residence permit as well.

*8. ID photo with white background.

*9. Academic transcript of Highest Degree

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.

*10. Graduate certificate of Highest Degree

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.

11. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

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