International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Peking University (PKU) Summer School International

What is this programme about?

Peking University Summer Programme offers courses which related to China's public policy, economy and trade, international relations, culture and philosophy, literature and art as well as a Chinese Language course. The English courses will be taught by distinguished professors and renowned experts from Peking University while the Chinese Language course will be organized by the International College of Chinese Language Studies.

Tours to selected historical and cultural sites in Beijing will be organized to provide the students with opportunities to experience Chinese customs and culture. They are able to fully experience PKU’s tradition of “Democracy and Science” and interact with PKU students on both an academic and personal level.

When does the programme take place?

8 July to 2 August 2013

Where does the programme take place?

Peking University, Beijing, China

What is the academic content?

Click here for the poster.

Click here to view the classes schedule and syllabus

What is the student accommodation?

Global Village Hotel near PKU grounds

How much does it cost?

Application Fee	RMB400
Tuition Fee	RMB10,000 (covers two content courses Chinese Language course, and fieldtrips)
Local Transportation	RMB200
Accommodation	RMB3,000
Meals	RMB1,250
Airfare	RMB5,200
Insurance	RMB300
Visa	RMB250 (for Singaporean citizens)
Personal Spending	RMB300
Total	RMB20,900 (approx. SGD4,300)

Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!

Is financial assistance available?

Student can apply for NASA Enhancement Bursary / Scholarship Award.

Number of placements available?

40

What are the eligibility requirements?

	NUS undergraduates from any faculty who have completed at least one year of study at NUS prior to participating in this programme. Students should not be in their graduating semester prior to participating in this programme. CAP of 3.0 and above. Students must not be a Chinese national.

 

Is a visa required?

Yes. PKU will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa.
Students are to consult the Embassy of China in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed. 

Embassy of P R China in Singapore
150 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247969

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!

 

How do I apply?

Application Deadline: 1 April 2013

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.

IRO will notify students about their application status by first week of April .

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.