Article from Inside HIGHER ED Academic Outcomes of Study Abroad Written by: Elizabeth Redden July 13, 2010 In 2000, researchers …
Why you should learn Mandarin in Shanghai
At Next Step China, we recommend two cities in China to study Mandarin – Beijing and Shanghai. Beijing might be the city of choice for many because it is known to have the best universities and schools in China, but Shanghai too has a couple of well know universities that it can boast about. Shanghai has other great reasons for you to consider studying there. Listed below are only a few of them.
Shanghai – the economic capital
Shanghai is one of the busiest ports in the world. It is the economic capital of China. This city is also one of the most populated cities in the world. If you go through our material on Shanghai you will find that it is a very popular international destination as well. Being the economic capital, it is also well connected through air, rail, road and sea to the rest of the world. You will find that this connectivity makes life a lot easier for students who choose to study Mandarin in Shanghai.
Great career prospects
If you are looking at the prospect of a career after you study Mandarin Shanghai, our team will tell you that Shanghai is the right place to be. Shanghai is a booming enterprise city with 300 out of the world’s 500 largest corporate companies having their offices here. The city has grown so rapidly over the last 10 years that today it can be compared with the likes of Paris and New York. You will definitely be able to make a career in this city.
Growing international community
We have a lot of students who choose to learn mandarin Shanghai over Beijing. This is because the international community in this city is expanding rapidly. Shanghai is becoming more and more friendly and open to international communities, thus making it a favorable learning environment for international students as will.
Luxury Accommodations in Shanghai
Accommodation is a big concern for most of our foreign students who go to study Chinese in Shanghai. We assure you though that there is nothing that you need to worry about as our organization has detailed accommodation plans to suit all kinds of needs, tastes and pockets. Our staff will be more than happy to help you find that accommodation that is perfect for you.
Accommodations in Shanghai
As our team will demonstrate you will have a wide variety of options should you decide to learn Chinese in Shanghai? All programs prices include luxury accommodation and high speed internet. We also include airport transfers, staff support 24/7, tuition, travel insurance, weekly cleaning and utilities. Our Optional program features are City tours, master bedroom upgrades, and gym access that you can opt for at an additional rate. We make sure that we offer you the best in living quarters to ensure that you face no discomfort while going through your study abroad Shanghai program.
University accommodation
At this point in time, Next Step China only offers one university program for students who want to learn Chinese Shanghai. This program is offered at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University and is a semester program for 20 weeks. Accommodation and tuitions rates for this program start a $7000.
Private tutoring with accommodation program
Private tutoring programs also have accommodation options when you study abroad in Shanghai. Programs and accommodations start from $2,200 for one month and go up to $9,200 and more for semester programs.
Courses and programs available to learn Chinese in Shanghai
Next Step China offers its participants University Student Programs, Internships, Intensive Tutoring Programs and Specialized Programs including HSK Courses, Executive Immersion and Contemporary. All of these programs have include courses to learn Chinese language in Shanghai. Some of these programs can be customized to fit your needs as well. If you are interested in a full time course then a university program might be the best option for you. If you are looking at something short term then consider our Intensive Tutoring Program which is our private tutorial course.
University Student Program at The Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Next Step China currently offers a university program from Jiao Tong University for all international students wishing to learn Chinese Language in Shanghai. This university was founded in 1896 and is the most prestigious university in Shanghai. The university has in recent years opened itself to international universities as well. It currently offers foreign exchange programs for student in over 100 renowned universities all over the world.
Private tutorial programs
Private Chinese language school Shanghai is the ideal option for those students who wish learn Chinese part time for a few hours a week. Private tutorial programs are ideal for working candidates who would like to learn the language as well. Our private lessons can be adjusted to fit your routine. It has also to be noted that out private language program are also very rigorous ensuring that you learn and perfect the Chinese language under our experienced teachers.
Application procedures
Our team at Next Step China believes in personalized service no matter what your need is. The best way to start is to fill out an application form with your needs and one of our representatives will get in touch with you and begin the admission process to attend the Chinese Language School Shanghai of your choice.
Article from Inside HIGHER ED Academic Outcomes of Study Abroad Written by: Elizabeth Redden July 13, 2010 In 2000, researchers …