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Beijing: Contemporary Issues

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Sponsor: IES Abroad

Location: Beijing, China

Description: 

The Contemporary Issues in China program features language instruction at varying levels combined with a series of English-taught courses on the history, economics, and culture of China.  Courses are structured around six mandatory “blocks,” beginning with intensive language training, followed by a two-week Introduction to Chinese History and Civilization seminar, and concluding in three blocks which feature a 300-level course on China as well as a continuation of the Chinese language classes.

Terms: 

  • Full Year
  • Fall
  • Winter/Spring

Languages: Chinese, English

Housing: 

Residence hall with a Chinese roommate or home stay

Program Costs: 

Estimated costs, Fall 2012
(See the program site for the most updated cost information.)
  • Tuition: $10,600
  • Room & board: $3,650
  • SAAF: $2,400
  • Transportation: $2,210
  • Books & supplies: $200
  • Personal expenses: $1,355
  • HTH: $138
  • Required IES insurance: $200
  • Visa & fees: $170
  • Total estimated costs: $20,923