International Summer Programmes (i-SP)

Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU) International Summer Programme

What is this programme about?

The Summer Program will give more time to students to experience Cantonese culture and master Mandarin speaking and listening skills. Students from various cultural backgrounds will be recruited and studying in the same classroom. SYSU will provide a cross-disciplinary, cross-culture and cross-border atmosphere and colorful campus cultural activities for ISP students to broaden their international horizon and enhance their international competences.

When does the programme take place?

1-19 July 2013

Where does the programme take place?

Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China

What is the academic content?

Classes will be held from Monday to Thursday for a three-week period. The language courses (entry level Putonghua) will be scheduled in the morning. Lectures in English focusing on topics such as Chinese economics and culture as well as cultural activities will be held in the afternoons. Field trips to local enterprises will be organised on Fridays to further the students’ understanding of the Chinese culture and economy.

All courses will be taught in English.

Full list of courses are available here.

Two courses will be offered as part of the ISP: Chinese Language Study & Cultural Experiences and Chinese Politics, Economics & Culture Studies. All courses will be taught in English.

Course I: Chinese Language Study and Cultural Experiences

Entry, Medium and High level Chinese Language Courses                
Chinese Paper Cutting, Taiji & Caligraphy
Cultural Visits

Course II: Chinese Politics, Economics & Cultural Studies

SYSU has organized excellent professors to give 12 lectures in the afternoon. The content is various and trying to give a full picture of the current China in different aspects.

	Chinese Landscape and Scenery Chinese Customs and Festivals Chinese Food and Chinese Medicine Chinese Political System Doing Business in China Chinese Enterprises in the World Market Understanding Chinese Culture and Its Impact on Management Corporate Social Responsibility in China Chinese Political System Chinese Civil Society Chinese History Chinese Social Policy

Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the programme is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.

What does it include?

Tuition fee waiver

What is the student accommodation?

Training Apartments of SYSU 

How much does it cost (Estimated)?

Breakdown of Costs	RMB
Airfare	4,310 (850 SGD)
Accommodation	4,300 (shared triple)
Food	2000
Insurance	300
Personal Spending	1,000
Local Transportation	150
Visa	250
Total	approx. 1,890 SGD

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

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. Students can apply for the NASA Enhancement Bursary* (by Financial Need) or NASA Enhancement Scholarship (by Merit).

More information here.

 

Number of placements available?

Up to the discretion of the partner University (TBC).

What are the eligibility requirements?

	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. SYSU 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?

All applications are to be submitted via OPAS.

Your home faculty will conduct the initial round of selection and nominate selected students to IRO. Students will be notified by IRO on the final status of their application by end March 2013.

Application deadline: 13 March 2013

Who to contact for more information?

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