Culture, history, and full language immersion await! Spend the semester getting to know China’s language, history, and culture while living in the heart of Beijing on a Chinese campus where all students speak English.

Have you ever thought of studying business in China but worried that your Mandarin wasn’t good enough? On this Chinese semester program, you can relax. We’ve found a university in China where all students, both international and Chinese, must pass an English proficiency test to get in, so you can have a full immersion experience while you’re still working on your Mandarin!

Life in Beijing – Living in the capital of China has tons of perks! A great public transportation system, all kinds of Chinese and international food, the most amazing markets you can imagine... You’ll never be without something to do!

An international Chinese university – The University of International Business and Economics has a truly diverse student body, with students from across Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Campus clubs and sports – Because all students on campus know some English, you can join the numerous campus clubs and sports and take the utmost advantage of being a student in China.

• Excursions to popular sites in and around Beijing
• Live on a Chinese campus where everyone (international and Chinese) speaks English!
• Exceptional academics for Chinese-language study and business
• Easy access to all the sites of Beijing
• Small class sizes, which are ideal for language learning
• Easy travel throughout China
• Internationally recognized University
• Vibrant campus life with numerous club and sports opportunities

• On-campus, shared dormitory room, with balcony, small kitchen, private bathroom, and internet access

Students will choose one Chinese language course: Introductory Chinese Mandarin (CHN100) or Intermediate Chinese Mandarin (CHN200), and will take a variety of different courses that will be taught in English. 

For a complete list of course offerings, please click here.

Campus Setting

Urban

Average Course Load

5 courses (15 US credits)

GPA Requirement

2.5/4.0

Language of Instruction

English and Chinese

Spring 2012:

Orientation: February 28

Classes End: July 1

Fall 2012:

Orientation: August 28

Classes End: December 22

$10,790

**Cost may change at any time due to current exchange rates.

• Excursions to sites in and around Beijing
• Tuition
• Housing
• Pre-departure and onsite orientation
• Airport pick-up
• Medical & accident insurance

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

Past Students

“Being in China was a completely amazing experience. I was obviously a foreigner, and yet everyone I met did everything they could to make me comfortable and to feel welcome. People really cared about me and my general well-being, and wanted to ensure that I had a wonderful time in their country.”

Beth F.