what will your story be?

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study
asia
china / india / japan / korea / taiwan / thailand / vietnam
2006-2007
spring 2006 fall 2006 academic year 2006-2007 calendar year 2006
m japan
beijing m
korea m
nanjing m
m shanghai
china
m taiwan
m vietnam
m india
Beijing, China
Peking University
fall, spring, academic year (summer)*
Hyderabad, India
University of Hyderabad
fall, spring, academic year
Nanjing, China
Nanjing University
Tokyo, Japan
Sophia University
fall, spring, academic year,
calendar year (summer)*
Shanghai, China
East China Normal University
fall, spring, academic year (summer)*
Seoul, Korea
Yonsei University
Taipei, Taiwan
National Chengchi University
m thailand
Khon Kaen, Thailand
Khon Kaen University
development and globalization
fall, spring
Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam National University
*CIEE offers summer programs in Asia in Beijing, Hong
Kong, and Shanghai, China and Tokyo, Japan. See the
CIEE Summer Catalog or ciee.org/study for details.
understand Asia:
not a place or an idea, but many places and many ideas
Since Christopher Columbus’ voyage, it’s been part of America’s national heritage to wonder about the East.
Dreams of Asian civilizations—of their silk, spices, and gold—fueled the European colonization of the New
World. The many nations of Asia are still a great force in modernity: politically, economically, artistically.
Still, in our part of the world, thinking and education can be largely Western-focused. Take this opportunity
to understand Eastern ways of thinking. Compare democracy and the Judeo-Christian work ethic to
Confucianism, Taoism, and Marxism. Compare American aesthetics to Asian. Compare Western religions to
Buddhism, Shintoism, Hinduism, and Islam. From India, the world’s largest democracy (pop. 1 billion) to
China, the world’s largest Communist state (pop. 1.25 billion), CIEE offers you the chance to live your story.
• Tighten your grasp of a culture or language: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, or the
Indian languages of Hindi, Urdu, or Telugu. Indulge a fascination in Chinese calligraphy, Japanese hip-hop,
or Indian religion, in an immersive and supportive environment.
• Study business—or practically anything: See the mechanics of a developing Asian economy. Understand
the differences between business in Hyderabad, in Shanghai, in Seoul, and in Tokyo. Or continue studying nearly
anything you began at your home university.
• Help hands-on with the development of nations: Join an intensive field work program and assist
Thais with facing the environmental, economic, and social challenges brought on by modernity and globalization.
Research social topics or work with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Vietnam.
tour your options »
All information in this catalog is current as of June 2005. CIEE reserves the right to modify or cancel any statement in this catalog without prior notice and accepts no responsibility for
the consequences of any such changes. 2006-2007 Asia Catalog ISP06-S02 12M
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chinese studies
among Ming vases
and newly-minted skyscrapers
are the real Chinese characters
Political culture and counterculture in Beijing • Frenzied economic development and construction in Shanghai
• Nanjing, a six-million-person city with a small-town feel • Taiwan’s traditionalism, undampened by Communism
when you tire of techno music, have a quiet drink of tea with Taoist monks
“[After two weeks] I asked [my Chinese roommate] to stop speaking in English... which
was both great and frustrating since my vocabulary was the size of a kindergartner’s.”
“She gave me an insider’s view on her life growing up with familial pressure to succeed in
school, friendships, boyfriends (or lack thereof) and Chinese culture. I remember doing
homework next to her and knowing she must be extremely stressed about having to write
two theses since she did not want to lose the grace of one of her professors by telling her
she wanted to change majors.”
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japan
land of rebirth as eternal
as the rising sun
With 12 million people, everything in Tokyo is on a grand scale • Alive with tiny specialist shops,
rowdy entertainment sectors, bustling restaurants open late late late • Modern décor of steel,
neon, video • contrasts with the otherworldly calm of Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, judo
see shiatsu, zen meditation, and green tea on its own turf
A land of samurai, shoguns, and isolationism • Japan industrialized in a few decades into the
greatest export economy in the world • synonymous with electronics, cars • and resilience
through earthquakes, wars, recessions
“...in a single day, one can see a kimono-clad woman talking on a cellular phone,
an old man selling baked yams from his homemade cart to “salarymen” in a
crowded business district, and a 200-year-old portable shrine carried through
the streets on the shoulders of young people.”
korea
enroll in Seoul’s youth culture
Locked between powerful neighbors China and Japan • Korea has influenced and been influenced
by both for centuries
At the same time ultra-modern and traditional • Korean palaces, pagodas, and pleasure gardens date
all the way back to the time of the Three Kingdoms • while inns are scattered amongst skyscrapers
• and near the historic DMZ • lies the natural beauty of national parks like Seoraksan
student protests and strikes gave way to democratic elections and free society
Isolationist until the 20th century • and only independent for 50-odd years, Korea’s
economic dragon is soaring • Heard of Samsung, Hyundai, LG, Kia, Daewoo? • They’re
just five of the reasons Korea is a shining model for Asian industrial development
catch Korea fever: “K pop” culture is
sweeping Asian television, film, music, and fashion
Cheer the harvest moon festival in fall • and Buddha’s (2549th) birthday in spring
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india
Hindu and Muslim together,
at home in high-tech Hyderabad
On the Deccan Plateau • and the Musi River • Between north and south • rural and urban • past and present •
lies Hyderabad
From the Mecca Masjid mosque to the Birla Mandir temple • Hindu and Muslim mingle
listen to the clamor of the city, seek solace in yoga
Founded 400 years ago • and reborn as India’s Second Silicon Valley • Hyderabad is your chance to visit the source
• of headline-making Indian business process outsourcing • and its powerhouse telecom industry
Beyond industry • see a city and a nation mature • assimilating English colonial influences • putting ancient
religions into modern-day practice • speaking Telugu, Urdu, Hindi, or English • consuming cultural exports from
around India, from music’s Midival Punditz to Bollywood’s Aishwarya Rai
bus, rickshaw, cycle, or rail your way around a slice of the subcontinent
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thailand
what can you do for Khon Kaen?
Work with grassroots political leaders, coalitions, NGOs, farmers’ cooperatives, scholars, critics, journalists,
advocates, and activists • Work in underprivileged towns, lands affected by damming and pollution • See
monasteries and Muslim fishing villages
learn survival Thai and head out to the field
“This program doesn’t allow you the luxury of shielding yourself in a
classroom or hiding behind a depersonalized logical argument. You
will be confronted with the stories of people who are suffering from
structural injustices. You will eat and sometimes stay with them.
You will be asked “What can you do?” Hence begins the learning...
What should you do? How can it be done?”
vietnam
trek the ancient tropics,
learn the 21st c. secrets of Hanoi
Let the lakes, gardens, and residents of Hanoi welcome you as they do their emerging private sector • Meet the city’s history at One Pillar Pagoda • Meet its people on trips to rural villages • Meet the land on a sampan trip down the Red River
will strategic trade make Vietnam the next Asian tiger?
“Vietnam is a country in transition from war to peace. In recognizing what the Vietnamese
have chosen to remember or forget about the war, you come close to understanding
historic continuity and discontinuity...Buddhism, Confucianism, and Marxism...took
turns integrating with indigenous beliefs and becoming state and social ideologies.
If you can find a way to understand these different layers...you have developed an
analytical tool to think about politics, government, freedom, human rights, and
democracy throughout Asia.”
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a student’s story
“I cannot stop thinking about how much knowing a language can change your relationship with people you
talk to. Even if you do not know it very well, but show that you are interested and attempt to speak Thai, people respond to you differently. There are so many things a language can tell you about the culture. Once you get the hang of it, and memorize some basics, you
begin to develop relationships one-on-one instead of through your translator. It makes a huge difference.
This program has everything to do with where my life is heading today. This program opened my eyes to social
issues, and when I went home I noticed things that I would have otherwise never asked questions about. This program not only
showed me how to see what was going on, but how to ask questions that really get people talking about the issue at hand.”
– Kathryn Cook, University of Colorado at Boulder
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write your own
story with CIEE
Studying abroad is for more than language majors. It’s for anyone who wants to
indulge a passion, explore a fascination, or challenge the status quo—of the wide
world or their personal routine. Do all that and still graduate on time. Choose
from 80 CIEE programs in over 30 countries and 40 subject
areas. Go for a semester, a year, or a summer. Study business, natural or social
science, humanities—and everything in between. Let us help you choose the
best program for you and take full advantage of all CIEE offers:
academic challenge, academic excellence
support from start to finish
programs delivering much for the money
CIEE works tirelessly to provide the best possible
courses, teachers, and co-curricular activities.
No other provider offers a wider variety of locations,
subjects, or time periods. One of our 80 flexible
programs must complement your academic goals,
career plans, and schedule.
From the moment you first contact us to when
you bid your overseas friends a too-soon farewell,
our staff will do everything we can to make your
experience life-changing. Each CIEE Study Center
is staffed with resident experts—caring, inspired,
English-speaking educators—who oversee the
academic and cultural program, conduct orientation
sessions, and provide ongoing support.
We make study abroad as affordable as possible
through a variety of scholarships and fees that
include more. All CIEE Study Center fees include
pre-departure advising, tuition, orientation, on-site
support, cultural activities, local excursions, field
trips, and medical insurance. Many program fees
even include room, board, and visa fees as well.
opportunities to integrate
in-the-know advice
Get involved in the local culture from the very start.
Live with host families or in dormitories, work with
peer tutors or mentors, and join student groups or
sports clubs. Participate in structured voluntary
service, internship programs, or field study. CIEE
gives you countless opportunities to improve your
language skills, increase your comfort level, and
build friendships abroad.
With so many staff members and alumni with
first-hand international experience, CIEE has insider
information that will make your time abroad as
manageable and meaningful as it can be. Ask your
advisor for CIEE Knowledge, a series of informational
brochures for students, faculty, and parents on
topics such as health and safety abroad.
selection beyond imagination
recognition with a CIEE certificate
lots more online at www.ciee.org/study
• program evaluations
Gain a deeper understanding of your host and
home cultures and have a credential in international
education to show for it. More about this resumébuilder is online.
commit yourself to a new language
Promise to speak only your host language to all
people at all times—except in times of extreme
emergency—and see what happens to your
language skills and cultural understanding—not
to mention your friendships. Learn more about
the CIEE Community Language Commitment
online at www.ciee.org.
• alumni stories
•slide shows
• e-newsletter sign-up
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Subject Areas
Language(s)
of Instruction
Duration
China
China
China
Taiwan
Peking University
Nanjing University
East China Normal
University
National Chengchi
University
Beijing
Nanjing
Shanghai
Taipei
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Classical Chinese
Literature
Chinese Culture/
Chinese Studies
Contemporary
Chinese Literature
Mandarin Chinese
Asian Studies
Chinese Culture/
Chinese Studies
Mandarin Chinese
Asian Studies
Business
Chinese Culture/
Chinese Studies
Economics
History
International Relations
Management
Mandarin Chinese
Asian Studies
Chinese Culture/
Chinese Studies
Classical Chinese
Internship
Mandarin Chinese
Chinese
English
(one elective course)
Chinese, English
English, Chinese
English, Chinese
fall: 15 weeks
late August – mid-December
fall: 17 weeks
fall: 16 weeks
early September –
mid-December
fall: 17 weeks
late August – early-December
spring: 15–17 weeks
after Lunar New Year –
late-May
mid-June
academic year: 44 weeks
late August – late-May
late August – mid-June
spring: 16 weeks
after Chinese New Year –
early June
early September – early June
mid-June
(plus winter break)
optional winter term
(AYP only): 10 weeks
mid-December –
Lunar New Year
Eligibility
Requirements
2005-2006
CIEE Fees
• Overall GPA 2.75
• 2–8 semesters collegelevel Mandarin Chinese
or the equivalent
recommended
• 1 Chinese area studies
course recommended
• 2–6 semesters of collegelevel Mandarin Chinese
or equivalent
course recommended
• Note: Peking University
will not accept students who
are citizens of the People’s
Republic of China (PRC),
Taiwan ROC, Hong Kong
SAR, or Macau. This includes
those who are U.S.
permanent residents.
• 2–6 semesters of collegelevel Mandarin Chinese
or equivalent
• Students with near-native
proficiency in Mandarin may
not be appropriate for this
program and should contact
CIEE prior to submitting
their application
course recommended
fall: $8,700
fall: $8,500
fall: $9,800
fall: $8,500
spring: available 8/15/05
academic year: $16,250
• 0–6 semesters of
college-level Mandarin
Chinese or the equivalent
course recommended
• Note: East China Normal
University will not accept
students who are citizens
of the People’s Republic
of China (PRC), Taiwan ROC,
Hong Kong SAR, or Macau.
This includes those who are
U.S. permanent residents.
India
Japan
Korea
Thailand
Vietnam
University of
Hyderabad
Sophia University
Yonsei University
Vietnam National
University
Tokyo
Seoul
Khon Kaen
Hyderabad
Hanoi
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Anthropology
Art/Art History
Business and Management
Cinema/Film Studies
Communications
Computer Science
Dance/Drama
Geography
History
Languages – Hindi,
Telugu, Urdu
Linguistics
Literature
Political Science
Religion and Theology
Anthropology
Art/Art History
Asian Studies
Economics
History
International Business
and Economics
Japanese Language
Japanese Linguistics
Literature
Political Science
Religion/Philosophy
Sociology
Art/Art History
Asian Studies
Drama
Economics
Education
Engineering
History
Business
Korean Language
Management
Philosophy
Political Science
Religion
Sociology
Anthropology
Asian Studies
Development and Planning
Economics
Environmental Studies
History and Geography
Internships
Political Science
Public Health
Religion
Thai Language
Sociology and Social Work
Women’s Studies
Anthropology
Cultural Studies
Economics
Gender Studies
History
Independent Study
Vietnamese Language
English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu
English, Japanese
English, Korean
English, Thai
English, Vietnamese
fall: 20 weeks
mid-July – early December
fall: 21 weeks
mid-September –
early February
fall: 16 weeks
mid-August – mid-December
fall: 17 weeks
fall: 17 weeks
spring: 16 weeks
mid-February – mid-June
spring: 17 weeks
mid-January – mid-May
spring: 17 weeks
early June
spring: 17 weeks
late December – early May
mid-July – early May
spring: 21 weeks
late March – late July
mid-September – late July
mid-August – mid-June
(including winter break)
mid-August – early June
calendar year: 42 weeks
late March – early February
• Overall GPA 3.0
• Overall GPA 3.0
• Overall GPA 3.0
• Graduate students
encouraged to apply
fall: $9,100
fall: $15,900
fall: $9,800
fall: $8,700
academic year: available
12/15/05
calendar year: $28,800
Beijing, China
Peking University
fall/spring/academic year
(summer) for summer offerings, please refer to www.ciee.org or the CIEE summer catalog
LOCATION As the capital of the world's most populous nation, Beijing is the
center and international focal point of much that happens in contemporary
China. It is a city of 11 million people struggling to adapt as China emerges as
a global player in the 21st century. As a political center, bureaucracy is widespread. With a large foreign business and diplomatic community, it is easy to
live an expatriate lifestyle. Changes in Beijing have moved at an incredible rate,
and the city continues to grow physically. However, Beijing also reflects China's
long and evolving history when different dynasties were based there and
constructed some of the nation's most well-known and culturally important
sites such as the Great Wall, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the
Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square.
northwestern Beijing in an area known as Haidian, not far from the old Summer
Palace, the Peking University campus is comprised of a blend of traditional
and modern buildings and architectural structures.
Scholarships Available for Study in China
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded CIEE funding to provide financial
assistance to students participating in the CIEE Study Centers at Peking
University (Beijing), East China Normal University (Shanghai), Nanjing
University (Nanjing), and National Chengchi University (Taipei). Scholarship
applications must be submitted with the program application. Read more
about scholarships and eligibility requirements at www.ciee.org.
HOST INSTITUTION As one of China's most prestigious universities, Peking
University was founded in 1898 and has a long tradition of scholarly
excellence and political activism. Its primary mission is to train scholars for
advanced research in the natural and social sciences. More than 13,000
undergraduate and 9,000 graduate students are enrolled. Located in
Dr. Yuan Tian, Resident Director
Dr. Yuan Tian holds a Ph.D. in Language Pedagogy from the University of Hawaii. She has been the Resident Director of the CIEE Study Center at Peking University
since June 2002. Her experience with CIEE dates back to 1995 when she taught CIEE students at the Center for Teaching Chinese to Foreigners at Peking
University. Before assuming her position at CIEE, she served as the Assistant Field Director at an intensive Chinese program in Beijing in the summer and fall
of 2001. She also taught at Columbia University from 2000 to 2001.
message to students
Beijing is a fascinating combination of modern development and ancient cultures. In the center of Beijing, the
bustling commercial strip of Wangfujing is just half a mile away from the Forbidden City, the former home of the emperors for several
hundred years. Living in Beijing, not only can you visit unique places such as Laoshe Tea House, the Summer Palace, and the Great
Wall, but you can also find the Hard Rock Cafe, Starbucks Coffee, a French bakery, and Häagen-Dazs ice cream. You can literally find
every kind of world cuisine in Beijing.
The pace of development in Beijing is breathtaking. Every time I come back to the city, I feel that it's changed enormously,
and even students that stay just for a few months will be able to notice changes. I sincerely invite you to be a part of the CIEE Beijing
experience. I'm confident that it will change your life.
The Resident Director, appointed by CIEE, supervises and administers the program. The Resident Director and Jingyu Wang, Program Coordinator, assist students with
academic, administrative, and day-to-day matters.
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Peking University fall/spring/academic year
Incredible food, the Forbidden City,
and modern dance clubs – Beijing has it all
Subject Areas
Classical Chinese Literature
Contemporary Chinese Culture
Contemporary Chinese Literature
Mandarin Chinese
Languages of Instruction
Chinese
English (one elective course)
CIEE Community Language
Commitment Required
Recommended Credit
semester: 15–17 semester/
22.5–25.5 quarter hours
Eligibility Requirements
• 2–6 semesters of college-level
Mandarin Chinese or equivalent
academic year: 30–34 semester/
45–51 quarter hours
• 1 Chinese area studies course
recommended
• Note: Peking University will not
Duration
fall: 15 weeks:
spring: 15–17 weeks:
after Lunar New Year – late May
Housing
• Foreign students complex at
Peking University
• Off-campus apartments in local
neighborhood
accept students who are citizens of
the People’s Republic of China (PRC),
Taiwan ROC, Hong Kong SAR, or
Macau. This includes those who
are U.S. permanent residents.
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $8,700
spring 2006: available 8/15/05
academic year 2005–06: $16,250
academic year: 44 weeks:
late August – late May
experience highlights
educational goals
• Hosted by Peking University, one of China’s most prestigious universities
The goals of this program are for students to increase their language
proficiency and knowledge about China and Beijing's important role in
Chinese society. These goals are achieved through intensive Mandarin
training at China's premier learning institution, weekly interactions with
Chinese peer tutors and other local Chinese people, a local family visit,
group excursions throughout the greater Beijing area, and individual
excursions elsewhere in Northeastern China.
• Intensive Mandarin training with a diverse selection of elective courses
in language, linguistics, and literature
• Knowledgeable and experienced full-time on-site CIEE staff
• Peer language tutors and target language meals
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Beijing, China
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The CIEE Study Center at Peking University was founded in 1980. It offers students an
opportunity to improve their fluency in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese through
intensive language training. Students applying for this program must have taken a minimum of two semesters of Chinese or the equivalent to be eligible. All students must submit
a formal language evaluation from Chinese language faculty at their home institution.
Peer Language Tutors
Program participants are paired with Peking University students for weekly one-on-one
Chinese language tutorials. These tutorials provide students with extra conversation practice
in Mandarin, help with homework assignments, and afford students an opportunity to see
firsthand the lifestyle of their Chinese peers. Past students have stated that their peer
tutors were one of the best and most unique aspects of the CIEE program.
Peking University offers many levels of language courses and more than twenty
elective language courses. CIEE students enroll in these language courses with other
international students.
Professional Development Series
The Professional Development Series is a unique opportunity offered to students who
are interested in pursuing a career in China. Students interact with people and organizations at the center of political, economic, and cultural events shaping China's relationship
with the United States and the world. This series is designed to introduce students to a
range of career options in communications, business, education, and public service that
employ the cross-cultural and linguistic skills they are acquiring at the CIEE Study Center
and their home institutions.
Please note: Superior language students with near native fluency may not be appropriate
for this program. Students arriving onsite with superior language fluency that test above
the advanced level classes at the Peking University Language Center will be directly
enrolled in courses at the Chinese Language Department following an examination during
the orientation period. Superior language students that test into these courses may not
take classes in any other department at the University and will be billed an additional
$1200 fee upon admission to the department. These students should also be aware that
coursework in the Chinese Language Department runs on the Peking University academic
calendar and not the CIEE program calendar, which means their coursework would extend
for approximately one month beyond the standard semester or academic year program
dates listed for the program.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Students attend language classes Monday through Friday for a total of twenty hours a
week. Individual schedules vary depending on course levels. Typical classroom size for
core language classes varies from 10–20 students. Elective classes typically have
20–40 students depending on the elective course topic.
The CIEE semester program ends two weeks prior to the end of the regular language classes
in accordance with the typical U.S. academic calendar. The academic year program includes
two semesters of study. Depending on the date of the Lunar New Year, there is approximately a two-month break before the start of the spring semester during which academic
year students may travel around China and other parts of Asia. In the middle of each
semester, there is a one-week break during which students may explore other parts of
China. Other than these occasions, students should limit travel to nearby destinations on
weekends or reserve more extensive travel until after the program has ended.
CIEE Community Language Commitment
On this program, students are asked to take part in the CIEE Community Language
Commitment. By signing an agreement during orientation, students indicate their intention to speak only Chinese to all people at all times (except in cases of dire emergency).
Students, thus immersed in the host country language, not only speak Chinese but come
to think in Chinese as well. This Language Commitment fosters a program environment
and learning community that encourages Chinese language and cultural acquisition,
thereby improving proficiency and understanding of both the Chinese language and
Chinese society.
ASSESSMENT
Grades are determined by two monthly exams (80%), homework and quizzes (10%),
and attendance and participation (10%). The grading system is as follows: Excellent (A):
85–100; Good (B): 75–84; Average/Fair (C): 60–74; and Fail (F): 0–59.
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES AND FIELD TRIPS
Guided field trips are organized to historic and cultural sites in and around Beijing such as
the Great Wall and Ming Tombs, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, Liulichang cultural
street, and various other temples. There are additional site visits to supplement the area
studies course. Cultural activities may include the Beijing Opera, classical and popular
music concerts, and an acrobatic performance. Classes in calligraphy, painting, taijiquan,
qigong, stamp cutting, and traditional Chinese musical instruments are also offered.
Extended Weekend Excursion
An extended weekend excursion to Xian, Hangzhou, Qingdao, Dalian, or Wu Tai Mountain
allows students to learn about areas outside of Beijing and to utilize their Chinese
language skills under the leadership of the Resident Director. The location will be selected
prior to each term and will change each semester to enable academic year students the
benefit of traveling to different regions arranged and supported by CIEE. Several Chinese
students accompany the group to help foster a Chinese speaking environment. The
entire trip is conducted in Chinese and students are expected to maintain their language
commitment during all program activities.
Cultural Reimbursement Program
As a means of encouraging students to enrich their study abroad experience in Beijing,
CIEE offers a Cultural Reimbursement Program, allowing students to be reimbursed for
their participation in local cultural activities such as Chinese film screenings, theater
performances, traditional music concerts, and visits to local museums and historic
places of interest.
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ORIENTATION
A mandatory orientation session, conducted at the CIEE office at the beginning of the
program, introduces students to the country, the culture, and the academic program
and provides practical information about living in Beijing. Orientation is maintained on
an individual and group basis throughout the program.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is included in the program fee. Meals are not included in the program fee and are
the responsibility of the student. Students live in the foreign students complex at Peking
University or at an off-campus facility which is a 5-minute walk from the West Gate of the
campus. The off-campus facility is set in the middle of a traditional Chinese neighborhood
where some of Peking University's faculty and other staff live with their families. Other offcampus housing options may become necessary should the enrollment on the program
exceed existing capacity. Students may not locate private accommodation outside of CIEEarranged housing on this program. A limited number of homestays may also be available.
Housing for academic year students between the fall and spring semesters is included
in the academic year fee. Students may be asked to move rooms or store their belongings
in the dorm should they leave Beijing for an extended period of time. Students remaining
in China between semesters typically travel to other areas of the country during this
period to enhance their language fluency and cultural understanding.
Target Language Meals
To encourage students to utilize their Chinese in an informal setting, CIEE arranges bimonthly group meals for the students, their language teachers, peer tutors, and resident
staff. Students attending the optional meals will be required to only speak Chinese with
their teachers and peers while at the dinner.
INTERNET
There is Internet access in the Peking University library and the university computer
center. Students can also access the Internet from their dormitory rooms for a small fee
by opening a personal account at the computer center and are therefore encouraged
to bring their personal laptops.
COST
CIEE program fees, inclusions, and estimated additional costs, are outlined below. Please
note that CIEE reserves the right to adjust its fees in the event of significant change in
exchange rates or other factors beyond its control. Fees for spring 2006 will be available
after August 15, 2005. Fees for fall 2006 and academic year 2006–2007 will be available
after December 15, 2005. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students
from different institutions.
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $8,700
Spring 2006: available 8/15/05
Academic year 2005–2006: $16,250
The CIEE fee for 2005–06 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition,
housing, orientation, full-time program leadership and support, cultural activities such
as the opera, concerts and museums, local excursions to the Ming Tombs and Tiananmen
Square and field trips to such locations as the Great Wall and the Temple of Heaven,
pre-departure advising, insurance, and visa fees.
ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL COSTS (Fall 2005)
Transportation (West Coast to Beijing round-trip)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Books and Supplies
Local Transportation
Total Estimated Additional Costs
$ 1,100
$ 1,300
$ 900
$
50
$ 300
$ 3,650
Beijing, China
courses/credit Total recommended credit for the semester is 15–17 semester/22.5–25.5 quarter hours and 30–34 semester/45–51 quarter hours for
the academic year program. Elective course contact hours are 60 hours, and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course, unless
otherwise indicated.
A full course load ranges from 3–5 courses for the semester and 6–10 courses for the academic year. All students must take Readings in Chinese and Spoken
Chinese as two required courses. Students are placed at a level commensurate with their individual skills in speaking and reading, based on a language placement
exam taken during orientation. Please note that a student's class level does not necessarily correspond with the years the student spent learning Chinese. For
your reference, broad “language levels” at Peking University consist of multiple “sub-levels” to allow students with similar language proficiency to be grouped
together in one class. Typically, nine “sub-levels” exist for each broad language level. Therefore, course syllabi and content vary from course-to-course within
each level category at Peking University's International College of Chinese Language Studies.
In addition to the two required language courses, students take 1–3 elective courses, depending on the level of the individual student’s Readings in Chinese
course. One elective area studies course, taught in English, is offered each semester.
faculty All Chinese language courses are taught by faculty from Peking University's International College of Chinese Language Studies. The area studies
course “Microcosm of Modern China”, is taught by Peking University faculty, local Chinese scholars, and/or Western scholars residing in Beijing.
course listing
Required Courses
(offered both semesters)
Concentrating on the study of written Chinese, these courses are designed to advance
the student's skill in reading and writing through the study of short essays and stories.
They include exercises in tone drills, vocabulary, and grammatical usage.
Readings in Chinese/Hanyu Wenxuan
CHIN 1001 CBEJ, Readings in Chinese – Elementary
120 contact hours per semester and recommended credit 6 semester/9 quarter hours
CHIN 2001 CBEJ, Readings in Chinese – Intermediate
CHIN 2002 CBEJ, Readings in Chinese – High Intermediate
CHIN 3001 CBEJ, Readings in Chinese – Advanced I
90 contact hours per semester and recommended credit 4.5 semester/6.75 quarter hours
CHIN 3002 CBEJ, Readings in Chinese – Advanced II
90 contact hours per semester and recommended credit 4.5 semester/6.75 quarter hours
These courses emphasize conversational Chinese through texts, which include exercises
in vocabulary, grammar, and sentence construction. The exercises are context-oriented
and provide students with practical vocabulary through dialogues and pattern drills.
Spoken Chinese/Hanyu Kouyu
CHIN 1003 CBEJ, Spoken Chinese – Elementary
CHIN 2003 CBEJ, Spoken Chinese – Intermediate
90 contact hours per semester and recommended credit 4.5 semester/ 6.75 quarter hours
CHIN 2004 CBEJ, Spoken Chinese – High Intermediate
CHIN 3003 CBEJ, Spoken Chinese – Advanced I
CHIN 3004 CBEJ, Spoken Chinese – Advanced II
Elective Courses
CHIN 2005 CBEJ
Listening in Chinese/Tingli
This course may be required for some students that demonstrate listening skills equal
to or below those of a first year Chinese language student.
CHIN 3123 CBEJ
Topics of Ancient Chinese History/Gudai Lishi Zhuanti
This course introduces ancient Chinese history, including the topics of ancient Chinese
civilization, the Three Kingdoms, Buddhism in China, and the Tang, Song, Yuan, and
Ming Dynasties.
CHIN 3124 CBEJ
Chinese Cinema and Listening Comprehension/Zhongji Dianying
This course combines language learning and movie appreciation through two different
methods—watching to grasp the general idea of the movie and detailed word-by-word
listening and analysis. This is an intermediate level course.
CHIN 3125 CBEJ
Language and Cultural Communication/Hanyu Wenhua Jiaoji
This course introduces and analyzes cultural phenomena that are closely related to
Chinese language.
EAST 3001 CBEJ
Beijing: Microcosm of Modern China
This area studies course taught in English examines the transformation of modern China
from the perspective of the traditions and changes of China's capital city - Beijing. The
course will explore critical issues impacting modern Chinese history and contemporary
Chinese society. Contact hours: 30 classroom hours plus 45 hours of site visits and field
trips. Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
Fall Elective Courses
CHIN 2101 CBEJ
Intermediate Listening and Comprehension/Zhongji Tingli
This course uses audiotapes to improve the students listening comprehension. Students
use the language lab to reinforce materials learned in the classroom. Contact hours: 30.
Recommended credit: 1.5 semester/2.25 quarter hours.
CHIN 2103 CBEJ
English-Chinese Translation/Ying-Han Fanyi
This course offers essential training in written and oral English-Chinese translation
skills, as well as compares different features of Chinese and English languages.
CHIN 3101 CBEJ
Chinese Grammar/Yufa
In this course, problems and particularities of Chinese grammar usage are explored.
CHIN 2105 CBEJ
Intermediate Reading Comprehension/Zhongji Yuedu
This course exposes intermediate or advanced level students to essays discussing
philosophy, politics, economics, culture and arts, and history as well as newspaper articles.
CHIN 3103 CBEJ
Classical Chinese/Gudai Hanyu
This course introduces students to a broad cross section of ancient Chinese works and
provides an introduction to classical Chinese structure and usage.
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CHIN 3105 CBEJ
Function Words/Xuci
There are many function words in the Chinese language that are used incorrectly by
foreign students. This course explains the use of the most important function words
and categorizes them to enhance student’s understanding.
CHIN 3107 CBEJ
Classical Poetry/Gudai Shici
This course covers 50 classical Chinese poems. In addition to understanding the
poems, the course aims to increase overall understanding of the Chinese language
and the student's abilities to express themselves in Chinese. Contact hours:
30. Recommended credit: 1.5 semester/2.25 quarter hours.
CHIN 3109 CBEJ
Advanced Newspaper Readings/Gaoji Baokan Yuedu
This course emphasizes newspaper readings, providing students with the
background necessary to read Chinese newspapers and familiarizing them with
common newspaper vocabulary.
CHIN 3126 CBEJ
Traditional Chinese Culture and Modern Life/Chuantong Wenhua Yu Xiandai Shenghuo
Through the backdrop of Chinese society, this course aims to reveal the unique ways
of thought, behavior, and verbal expression of Chinese people. Contact hours:
Spring Elective Courses
CHIN 2102 CBEJ
Pronunciation/Zhengyin
Pronunciation/Zhengyin
This course aims to analyze individual students' pronunciation problems as well as
to correct their mistakes through reading and pronunciation practice. Contact hours:
CHIN 2104 CBEJ
Newspaper Readings/Zhongji Baokan Yuedu
This course emphasizes newspaper readings, providing students with basic
knowledge necessary to read Chinese newspapers and familiarizing them
with common newspaper vocabulary.
CHIN 2106 CBEJ
Intermediate Writing/Zhongji Xiezuo
This course introduces writing to students using different formats including formal
and personal letters, faxes, essays, public announcements, speeches, and journals.
CHIN 2108 CBEJ
Chinese Characters/Hanzi
This course discusses the etymology of Chinese characters including their structure,
significance, artistic aspects, and use. Contact hours: 30. Recommended credit:
1.5 semester/2.25 quarter hours.
CHIN 3106 CBEJ
Readings in Modern Literature/Xiandai Wenxuan
This course provides an overview of well-known literature from 1919–1949. Readings
typically include Ba Jin, Lao She, Lu Xun, and Mao Dun.
CHIN 3108 CBEJ
Advanced Chinese Characters/Gaoji Hanzi
This course is an introduction to Chinese characters. Topics include: composition and
structure of the characters, relationship between pronunciation or meaning and the
structure of any given character, rules of writing characters, methods to recognize or
pronounce characters by their semantic or phonetic radicals as well as origins, development,
different fonts, and calligraphy styles of Chinese characters. Contact hours: 30.
Recommended credit: 1.5 semester/2.25 quarter hours.
CHIN 3110 CBEJ
Chinese Culture/Zhongguo Wenhua
This course introduces different aspects of Chinese culture and how they are related to
Chinese language.
CHIN 3112 CBEJ
Advanced Writing/Gaoji Xiezuo
This course introduces advanced writing skills to students using different formats
including formal and personal letters, analytical and critical essays, public announcements,
speeches, and journals.
CHIN 3114 CBEJ
Contemporary Chinese Literature/Dangdai Wenxue
This course introduces selected readings from recent literary works. Some of the readings
are in combination with supporting films.
CHIN 3116 CBEJ
Chinese Vocabulary/Hanyu Cihui
This course introduces students to practical knowledge of Chinese vocabulary such
as word-formation, the usage of its nouns, verbs, adjectives, and measure words, etc.
It also includes analysis of the frequently used synonyms.
CHIN 3118 CBEJ
Cultural Lecture Series/Wenhua Jiangzuo
This course is a lecture series which aims to increase overall understanding of Chinese
language, culture, society, and history. Contact hours: 30. Recommended credit:
1.5 semester/2.25 quarter hours.
CHIN 3120 CBEJ
Business Chinese/Maoyi Hanyu
This course includes topics covering the main issues in international trade. Each topic
introduces practical knowledge on foreign trade as well as offers in-class practice.
CHIN 3122 CBEJ
A General Survey on China/Zhongguo Gaikuang
This is a general introduction to China's landscape, history, population, nationalities,
political systems, economy, science, education systems, literature, customs, and
foreign relations.
CHIN 3102 CBEJ
Japanese-Chinese Translation/Ri-Han Fanyi
This course offers essential training on written and oral Japanese-Chinese translation
skills, as well as compares different features of Chinese and Japanese languages.
CHIN 3104 CBEJ
Readings in Classical Chinese/Gudai Hanyu Shiwen Xuandu
This course introduces students to a broad cross section of ancient Chinese works and
provides an introduction to classical Chinese structure and usage. Readings include
excerpts from the Four Books, Zuangzi, Laozi, and selections of Tang poetry.
This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to
changes as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Syllabi for the CIEE courses
listed above are available upon request.
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Beijing, China
the student experience
This past year, I had many amazing adventures in the most populous nation on earth. I’ve seen things that I never knew existed. I’ve
experienced ways of life that I never thought possible. I’ve learned things that I will never forget. China is growing,
China is changing, and I am proud to be a part of it.
However, China’s growth isn’t just that of the economy. Everyone who refers to the Asian boom is talking about markets, technology,
and trade. They are talking about people with more money, more power, and more opportunity. For me however, China’s growth isn’t
just that of the economy, it is a growth of culture as well. As this society continues its break-neck sprint to modernity, the people
aren’t just along for the ride. Every day there are challenges to this ancient civilization, presented by new sources of information,
goods, and social interactions that few Chinese have ever encountered before. The people of China are a dynamic people,
clever and resilient, bound for success even in the time of dramatic social and economic revolution.
Through my travels in and around China, I have had the joy experiencing a small portion of these drastic changes. I’ve seen the skyscrapers piercing the mists of the Pacific as if in challenge to the heavens on high. I have seen streets full of BMWs, Volkswagens,
and pedestrians with suits and briefcases. Alongside these pillars of modernization, I have seen donkey carts pulling cabbage to the
market, dumplings being steamed in narrow alleys north of the Forbidden City, flat-bed bicycles piled with newspapers, and tractors
stacked with hay. I’ve chatted with monks in the temples of Wu Tai Shan, clerics in the mosques of Xian, business men at the Shangri-La
hotel, farmers in Pingyao, factory workers in Qingdao, and people from all over who come to see the grandeur of the eastern capital.
China and its people are growing.
—Jarek Stanley, University of the Pacific
Learn more online: Updated course listings, student photos and essays, the most current program information, and a list of schools with alumni from this program are available.
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Nanjing, China
Nanjing University
LOCATION China's capital during the Ming dynasty, the Taiping Rebellion, and
again during the early years of Nationalist rule, Nanjing currently serves as
the capital of Jiangsu province that lies south of the fertile Yangzi Basin. It
is a provincial city filled with neighborhoods whose pace and atmosphere
reflect the traditional Chinese way of life. For this reason, it is considered by
many an ideal place to learn Chinese as a foreign language.
Nanjing lies south of the Yangzi River and to the east of Purple Mountain. The
city prides itself on maintaining a traditional Chinese city atmosphere, while
also welcoming urban development in designated parts of the city. It contains
wide tree-lined streets and historic sites from the Ming dynasty such as the
city wall and palace ruins, museums of the Taiping Rebellion and the Nanjing
Massacre, and a memorial to Sun Yatsen. It is also in close proximity to cities
of historic and cultural importance such as Shanghai, Suzhou, and Hangzhou.
The famous “Yellow Mountains”, said to be one of China's most beautiful scenic
attractions, is also within a five-hour drive from the city.
HOST INSTITUTION One of the top five institutions in China, Nanjing University
is a comprehensive university known in particular for its liberal arts and social
science disciplines. There are over 20,000 undergraduate and 9,400 graduate
students currently attending the University. Nanjing University has developed
over the years into a research institution in a number of areas including
Chinese studies and the teaching of Chinese Language to foreign students.
It also houses the Hopkins-Nanjing Center, one of the most well-known graduate
level programs for foreigners in China. The University is centrally located in
downtown Nanjing, providing easy access to the entire city. In addition to
classroom buildings, the campus includes a large library, dormitories, extensive
playing fields, various shops and restaurants, and gardens and small grassy
areas. The neighborhood surrounding Nanjing University caters to students
and is lined with restaurants, shops, and a local post office.
assistance to advanced language students participating in the CIEE Study
Centers at Peking University (Beijing), East China Normal University (Shanghai),
Nanjing University (Nanjing), and National Chengchi University (Taipei).
Scholarship applications must be submitted with the program application. Read
more about the scholarships and eligibility requirements at www.ciee.org.
Shuxia Tang, Resident Director
Shuxia Tang, the Resident Director of the CIEE Study Center in Nanjing, is a Ph.D. candidate in the area of Applied Linguistics in the Department of Chinese
Language and Literature at Nanjing University. She is an Associate Professor of Chinese at the Institute for International Students at Nanjing University. She has
taught Chinese to American and European students since 1992 at Nanjing University and spent 1997–1999 as a Visiting Lecturer in the Sinology Department at
the Catholic University of Leaven in Belgium. In addition to her international experience in Belgium, Tang also brings a unique perspective to her leadership role,
having spent her youth in Urumqi, Xinjiang Province, located on the Silk Road trade route.
message to students
As an ancient capital and a modern city, Nanjing offers you the unique opportunity to experience China's rapid development
and slow pace of change at the same time. The manageable size of the city and the friendly local residents contribute
to a quick and smooth adjustment for newcomers. The numerous half-day outing possibilities and the many day trips to nearby cities
such as Yangzhou, Zhenjiang, and Yixing, or weekend travel alternatives to the Yellow Mountains, Putuo Mountain, Suzhou, and
Shanghai, will satisfy your thirst and curiosity to go out and see more of China.
The CIEE Study Center at Nanjing University offers flexible curriculum options for advanced language students. In addition to the three
levels of Chinese language instruction, more advanced students can take elective content courses taught in Chinese with other international students. You can choose to live in foreign student dorms with one Chinese roommate from the Chinese Department of
Nanjing University or to live off-campus with a CIEE host family.
The Resident Director, appointed by CIEE, supervises and administers the program.
The Resident Director also assists students with academic, administrative, and day-to-day matters.
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Nanjing University fall/spring/academic year
Study Mandarin Chinese in the former southern capital of Nanjing,
and experience traditional Chinese life
Subject Areas
Asian Studies
Chinese Studies/Chinese Culture
Mandarin Chinese
Chinese, English
CIEE Community Language
Commitment Required
Recommended Credit
semester: 15 semester/
22.5 quarter hours
academic year: 30 semester/
45 quarter hours
Duration
fall: 17 weeks:
after Lunar New Year – mid-June
• Students with near-native proficiency
in Mandarin may not be appropriate
for this program and should contact
CIEE prior to submitting their
application
recommended
Housing
• International student dormitory
on Nanjing University campus
with Chinese roommate
• Chinese homestay
(limited availability)
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $8,500
educational goals
• Integrated language, area studies, and field trip curriculum for students
with intermediate and advanced Chinese language skills
The goals of the CIEE Study Center in Nanjing are to increase students'
language proficiency and cross-cultural competency through close
interaction with community life in Nanjing. These goals are achieved
through living with a Chinese roommate or a host family, taking a unique
area studies course together with Chinese peer students, interviewing
local Chinese for an oral history project, participating in weekly field
trips and the one-week module in Sichuan Province, and using program
breaks for additional travel within China.
• Live with Chinese roommates or a local Chinese family
• Innovative one-week academic module in Sichuan Province
• Opportunity for advanced language students to enroll directly in select
courses at Nanjing University
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Nanjing, China
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Established in 1982, the CIEE Study Center at Nanjing University focuses on developing
Mandarin Chinese communication skills and exploring selected subject areas in contemporary Chinese society and culture. The program offers an integrated curriculum that
links the language classes, a Chinese studies course taught in English, and field trips in
and around Nanjing. Three-day weekends, a one week mid-semester travel break and,
for academic year students, a two-month winter break, all provide valuable opportunities
for travel around China which reinforces classroom learning and provides natural settings
to speak Chinese on a regular basis.
All students are required to study Mandarin Chinese that is offered at intermediate,
advanced intermediate, and advanced levels for CIEE program students only. Each class
consists of six to ten students. Students with superior writing and speaking skills may
be able to enroll in special language coursework in Nanjing University's Institute for
International Students, such as history, economics, and literature. Students with nearnative proficiency in Mandarin should be aware that their language ability may exceed
the most advanced courses offered and should contact CIEE prior to submitting their
application. Students must submit a formal language evaluation from Chinese language
faculty at their home institution.
All students also take an area studies course “Contemporary Chinese Studies” taught in
English. A select group of Chinese students from Nanjing University participate in the
classroom discussions and the oral interview project. The course examines the socioeconomic, political, and cultural aspects of Chinese society by exploring Chinese perspectives
on a variety of topics. In addition to a series of course-related field trips, students are
required to complete a group project together with the Chinese students based on a topic
of their choice and involving local interviews. Academic year students take this course
during both the fall and spring semesters. Different topics and field trips are offered
each semester.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Students attend morning language classes Monday through Thursday. The language classes
are small, and students are encouraged to participate actively. The area studies course
and a weekly field trip usually take place in the afternoons two or three times a week.
Chinese professors expect students to work diligently to improve their speaking, listening,
reading, and writing skills.
CIEE Community Language Commitment
On this program, students are asked to take part in the CIEE Community Language
Commitment. By signing an agreement during orientation, students indicate their intention
to speak only Chinese to all people at all times (except in cases of dire emergency).
Students, thus immersed in the host country language, not only speak Chinese but
come to think in Chinese as well. This Language Commitment fosters a program environment and learning community that encourages Chinese language and cultural acquisition,
thereby improving proficiency and understanding of both the Chinese language and
Chinese society.
ASSESSMENT
For the area studies course, students are graded on short papers, a travel journal, and
an oral history project, as well as participation and attendance. In language courses,
grades are determined by participation, daily homework and quizzes, and mid-term and
final exams. The grading system is as follows: Excellent: 89–100; Good: 79–88; Average:
69–78; Pass: 60–68 and Fail: below 59.
Ten trips are integrated into the academic curriculum reflecting the weekly topics
covered in the language and area studies courses. The inner city trips include visits to
memorial museums, a home for the elderly, a population management training institute,
and various neighborhoods, temples, and historical sites around Nanjing. Each semester
Nanjing University sponsors a two-day trip to a nearby city such as Yangzhou, Suzhou,
or Hangzhou, or a rural area in Northern Jiangsu Province. Extracurricular classes in
Chinese calligraphy and Taijiquan are held weekday afternoons.
Sichuan Module
The goals of the one-week Chengdu, Sichuan Province module is to provide a unique
opportunity to gain a holistic perspective about the connections between folk customs,
history, religion, traditional medicine, and the environment in a region with a rich
cultural heritage and natural surroundings. Sichuan Province, often referred to as
“The Heavenly Kingdom”, offers students an unparalleled vantage point into the diverse
societies, traditional religions, and natural landscapes of western China, against the
backdrop of accelerated economic development in the region.
As part of the module, students visit Mt. Emei and its numerous Buddhist sites, the
Great Buddha at Leshan, Qingyang Temple (Daoist), and the Panda Research Center. In
addition to these visits, students visit a typical Sichuanese teahouse, sample traditional
Sichuanese cuisine, take part in a martial arts demonstration on Mt. Emei, and have
time most evenings to explore Chengdu on their own.
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To encourage students to enrich their study abroad experiences in Nanjing, CIEE offers
a subsidy program allowing students to be reimbursed for their participation in cultural
activities such as Chinese film screenings, theater performances, traditional music
concerts, and visits to museums and historic places of interest.
ORIENTATION
A mandatory three-day orientation session, conducted at Nanjing University at the
beginning of the program, introduces students to the country, the culture, the academic
program, and other practical information about living in Nanjing. A language placement
exam takes place during the orientation period as well. Field trips and other group activities
during the orientation are also scheduled to enhance group dynamics and introduce
China through some initial experiential learning. Orientation is maintained on an individual
and group basis throughout the program.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is included in the program fee. Students live in Nanjing University's international
student dormitory, Xi Yuan. The 20-story Xi Yuan building houses a restaurant, cyber
café, classrooms, and administrative and faculty offices. Additional facilities include a
fitness room, two ping pong rooms, and an outdoor fitness field.
Semester participants are paired with a CIEE roommate and live in a triple-room with a
Chinese roommate studying in the Chinese department. Students participating in the
U.S. academic year program typically live in a double-room with one Chinese roommate.
Homestays are also available for interested students. Depending on the availability
of homes, the travel distance to Xi Yuan and the language classrooms will vary. Most
homestays are located within half an hour from campus by bus or bike. A homestay
orientation is offered to students prior to moving in with the host families.
Housing between the fall and spring semesters is included in the academic year fee.
Students remaining in China between semesters may travel during this period to
enhance their language fluency and cultural understanding. Meals are not included and
are the responsibility of students in both dormitories and homestays. Private accommodation outside of CIEE-housing may not arranged.
To encourage students to utilize their Chinese in an informal setting, CIEE plans
bimonthly group meals for the students, their language teachers, and Chinese
classmates. Students attending the optional meals will be required to only speak
Chinese with their teachers and peers throughout the entire meal.
INTERNET
Internet access is available in the internet café on the first floor of the Xi Yuan dormitory.
The CIEE office, on the 15th floor, has a wireless connection to which students can
connect. Students are encouraged to bring personal laptops.
COST
after December 15, 2005. The actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for
students from different institutions.
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $8,500
Academic Year 2005–2006: $16,000
The 2005–06 CIEE fees include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition, full-time
program leadership and support, housing, orientation, cultural activities including a cultural
reimbursement program, local excursions to temples and historic sites, Sichuan module
(lodging, admissions tickets, and some group meals during the module), various field trips
to places such as Yellow Mountain, Kunshan, and Suzhou, pre-departure advising, insurance,
and visa fees.
Transportation (East Coast to Nanjing round-trip)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Books and Supplies
$ 1,400
$ 1,500
$ 700
$
15
$ 150
$ 3,765
Nanjing , China
courses/credit Total recommended credit for the semester is 15 semester/22.5 quarter hours and 30 semester/45 quarter hours for the academic year.
The area studies course contact hours are 45 and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course. Contact hours for each language course are
120 and recommended credit is 6 semester/9 quarter hours per course.
A full course load for the semester is 3 courses and for the academic year is 6 courses. All students are required to take Readings in Chinese, Spoken Chinese,
and Contemporary Chinese Studies. The language courses are offered at intermediate, advanced intermediate, and advanced levels. During the spring semester,
academic year students are required to continue with each of these courses.
faculty
All Chinese language courses are taught by faculty from the Chinese Department at Nanjing University. These professors are also members of the
Nanjing University Institute for International Students specializing in teaching Chinese to foreign students. The area studies courses is coordinated and taught
by a local faculty member and other guest lecturers.
course listing
Required Language Courses
CHIN 2001 CNAN – Readings in Chinese, Intermediate
CHIN 2002 CNAN – Readings in Chinese, Advanced Intermediate
CHIN 3001 CNAN – Readings in Chinese, Advanced
Students are presented with authentic articles derived from Chinese books and periodicals
that have been edited to meet the needs of intermediate to advanced students of
Chineselanguage. Weekly readings focus on contemporary topics related to Chinese
society and culture, which are concurrently examined in the Contemporary Chinese
Studies course. Students are expected to produce written answers to questions,
personal and formal letters, and short essays expressing understanding of the topics.
CHIN 2003 CNAN – Spoken Chinese, Intermediate
CHIN 2004 CNAN – Spoken Chinese, Advanced Intermediate
CHIN 3002 CNAN – Spoken Chinese, Advanced
Students are given exercises and activities designed to help them summarize, explain,
evaluate, and discuss the weekly topic. Video and audio clips containing dialogues and
excerpts from news broadcasts, films, and television programs related to the weekly
topic are presented along coupled with exercises and activities to test and develop the
students' aural comprehension. Students learn to present short speeches, participate
in structured debates, and engage in free conversation about important issues in
contemporary Chinese society and culture.
Advanced Coursework at Nanjing University's Institute
for International Students
Advanced language students may be able to take special courses arranged by the
Institute for International Students. These are advanced Chinese language courses that
focus on particular topics such as Chinese history, Chinese poetry and literature, Chinese
economics, Chinese religion and philosophy, foreign trade and international law, Chinese
regional and minority history, and international politics.
Required Area Studies Course
EAST 3001 CNAN/EAST 3002 CNAN
Contemporary Chinese Studies I and II
Offered in the fall and spring semesters and taught in English, this interdisciplinary
course examines the socioeconomic, political, and cultural aspects of contemporary
Chinese society. Students look at contemporary China as a product of traditional society
and culture, 20th-century changes, and Marxist-Leninist theory. Special emphasis is
placed on reforms since 1978 and their roots in the recent past. Some selected Chinese
students from Nanjing University participate in the class to facilitate exchange of viewpoints and interests.
Sichuan Module
The course also includes a one-week module in Chengdu, Sichuan Province at Sichuan
University to give students a first-hand perspective about society and culture in western
China. Chengdu is a metropolitan city of 8 million set in the valleys of Sichuan Province.
It borders the mountains of the Tibetan Plateau to the west and the Yangtze River Valley to
the east. The city is a mix between traditional Chinese culture (teahouses, intricate alleyways, and open markets) and the rising commercial sector in the center of the city. The
city also contains a large ethnic Tibetan area.
During this week, students will attend lectures given by local faculty on topics such as:
Chinese Buddhism, Daoism, ecology and environmental protection, ethnic minority studies,
Sichuanese tea house culture, and traditional Chinese medicine. In addition to these
lectures, students will visit famous historic and cultural sites outside Chengdu such
as Mt. Emei, the Great Buddha at Leshan, Wenshu Temple (Buddhist), and the Panda
Research Center. At the end of this trip, students will embark on their week-long travel
break. As Chengdu is an ideal launching spot for further travel to Tibet and elsewhere in
western China, it will be expected that many students will continue individual travel in the
area. Academic year students are required to attend the Sichuan trip during the fall semester
and will be granted a two-week travel break during the spring semester in lieu of attending
the spring module. Instructors: Faculty from Nanjing University and Sichuan University
CIEE Certificate of Achievement in
International Education
CIEE offers the Certificate of Achievement in International Education (CAIE) to students
who wish to show a specific international education credential on their resume. The CAIE
is a way for CIEE to acknowledge students who want to immerse themselves fully in the
experience of international education and are willing to put forth extra effort, time, and
study into this rewarding endeavor.
The objective is to provide students with tools to help them gain understanding of
the host country culture and reflect on American culture, acquire knowledge, and
develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. This
is accomplished through an extensive reading list, journal-writing, group and one-onone meetings with the Resident Director, experiential exercises, and the completion
of one or two papers.
The granting of the Certificate of Achievement in International Education is based on
students' performance and achievement, and includes criteria related to attendance and
grades, as well as written materials. The Certificate is offered in addition to the CIEE Study
Center course requirements and carries an additional, non-refundable fee of $350.
This course encourages students to explore Chinese perspectives on a variety of subjects
by requiring them to complete an oral history project on a topic of their choice involving
local interviews and participation in field trips in and around Nanjing. Students can
choose their oral interview project from a suggested list after consulting their peers and
Chinese counterparts. The list includes topics ranging from Chinese education, environment and health, gender roles and family relations, globalization and traditional Chinese
values, political participation, the role of Chinese media, the role of religion in peoples'
lives, and other relevant issues about modern Chinese society. Local fieldtrips in Nanjing
include visits to colleges, economic zones, a home for the elderly, museums, and a population institute. Different topics and field trips are offered in the fall and spring semesters.
This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change
as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Syllabi for the CIEE courses listed
above are available upon request.
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Shanghai, China
East China Normal University
LOCATION Known for its economic prowess and long history of foreign
influence, China's largest city, Shanghai, is the perfect locale from which
to observe the interplay of various forces moving China from a planned to
a market economy. It is said that whatever happens in China, happens first in
Shanghai. Shanghai was the site of the first Communist Party meeting, and
the Western architecture along the Bund waterfront area provides visual
proof of its historic ties to the international community.
More recently, there has been massive development in the Pudong Special
Economic Zone just across the Huangpu River with new skyscrapers erected
on a regular basis. Construction of the city's infrastructure, including bridges,
tunnels, and a new train system, is constant. The modernization and economic
development which China has been experiencing can easily be witnessed in
this vibrant and cosmopolitan city, although those in search of old Shanghai
can still find remnants of its magnificent past.
HOST INSTITUTION Established in 1951, East China Normal University is one of
China's key institutions of higher learning and is best known for its liberal arts
and sciences programs. It enrolls more than 11,000 undergraduate and 3,000
graduate students. The University is located on the bank of the Liwa River in
the northwest area of the city near the Zhongshan light rail station. The East
China Normal University campus is large and has excellent facilities, including
a large library, classroom and administrative buildings, dormitories, extensive
playing fields, and various small shops and restaurants.
University (Beijing), East China Normal University (Shanghai), Nanjing
University (Nanjing), and National Chengchi University (Taipei). Scholarship
applications must be submitted with the program application. Read more about
the scholarships and eligibility requirements at www.ciee.org.
Dr. Mingzheng Shi, Resident Director Dr. Yanfeng Li, Chinese Language Director
Born and bred in China, Dr. Mingzheng Shi lived and studied there for over 20 years before coming to the United States in 1986. His undergraduate work was done
at Peking University, where he majored in cross-cultural studies. He earned an M.A. in American studies at the University of Connecticut and a Ph.D. in modern
Chinese history from Columbia University. From 1992 to 1997, Mingzheng taught East Asian history at the University of Houston, and from 1997 to 2000 he
taught modern Chinese history at the University of Hawaii. His academic research interest centers on the history of Chinese cities, and Mingzheng has written
a number of works exploring the dynamics of culture and modernity in Chinese urban history and society.
Dr. Yanfeng Li is the Chinese Language Director of the CIEE Study Center in Shanghai. Dr. Li comes to CIEE with experience teaching Chinese to U.S. students
at both the University of Hawaii and the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Li received his Ph.D. in Chinese Literature from the University of Hawaii in 2005.
Originally from Xian, Dr. Li has a great appreciation for traditional Chinese culture as can be seen in both his academic and personal life. His research interests
include traditional Chinese poetry, short stories, and classical Chinese. Dr. Li is also an exceptional erhu (Chinese string instrument) musician and practitioner
of Chinese martial arts. He has expertise in information systems and website development including the development of a bilingual database and a bilingual
computerized dictionary.
message to students
This is a great time to study in Shanghai, China's largest and most dynamic city! As a foreign student in China,
you will undoubtedly be amazed by the breathtaking and profound changes taking place here as Shanghai aims to regain its
prominent role as Asia's premier economic and financial center. Your participation in the CIEE Study Center in
Shanghai will give you a firsthand opportunity to witness and participate in the dramatic transformations of China at the beginning
of the 21st century.
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East China Normal University fall/spring/academic year
Come and experience Shanghai—
China’s largest and most international city
Subject Areas
Asian Studies
Business
Chinese Culture/Chinese Studies
Economics
History
Management
Mandarin Chinese
English, Chinese
Recommended Credit
24 quarter hours
Housing
• 0–6 semesters of college-
• Off-campus apartments
• Off-campus dormitory with
level Mandarin Chinese or equivalent
46.5 quarter hours
recommended
• Note: East China Normal University
Duration
fall: 16 weeks:
early September – mid-December
spring: 16 weeks:
after the Chinese New Year –
early June
a Chinese roommate
• Chinese homestay
will not accept students who are
citizens of the People's Republic
of China (PRC), Taiwan ROC, Hong
Kong SAR, or Macau. This includes
those who are U.S. permanent
residents.
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $9,800
early September – early June
educational goals
• Strong intensive Mandarin language program for beginner to advanced
students, including unique options for superior language students such
as accelerated language coursework in reading and writing and directed
studies in Mandarin
The goals of this program are threefold: to provide academic courses
taught in English to give each student a solid foundation in Chinese
international affairs, economics, and history; to provide each student
with innovative Chinese language training in small classes with teachers
trained to teach Chinese as a second language; and to offer immersion
into the local Shanghai community by offering a Chinese homestay,
internship and teaching opportunities, and weekly group excursions into
Shanghai and the surrounding areas of the city.
• Area studies courses in business, economics, international affairs, social
and community development, and Chinese history
• Language and Culture Practicum that builds a bridge between language
and experiential learning
• Teaching, part-time internship, volunteer, work, and networking
opportunities
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Shanghai, China
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Established in the fall of 1998, the CIEE Study Center in Shanghai is located at East China
Normal University, with its central location and proximity to Shanghai's large economic
development areas. The program is designed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of China as it emerges to take a leading role in the global economy. Students are
introduced to the language, culture, history, and politics that shape and mold the economic
development of the nation. Courses include language, Chinese history and society, politics,
urban and economic development, and international relations.
While there is no language prerequisite, all students are required to study Chinese, which
is offered at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels for CIEE program students.
In addition, all students take part in the Chinese Language and Culture Practicum.
Additional language elective courses are also available to students based on their
language proficiency level. Students that have near-native fluency in spoken and written
Mandarin are not recommended for this program and should consider the CIEE Study
Center in Nanjing.
Field trips and guest lectures are integrated into the academic curriculum to provide a
deeper understanding of what is learned in the classroom.
Teaching and Work Opportunities
CIEE maintains relationships with a number of different schools, companies, and organizations in Shanghai and is able to offer a limited number of English teaching and work
opportunities to interested students. Teaching positions and internships vary in time
commitment and skills required and are only available on a part-time basis. Although
positions are not guaranteed by CIEE, the Shanghai staff assists all students interested
in pursuing these opportunities during their semester in Shanghai.
Peer Language Tutors
Program participants are paired with ECNU students for weekly one-on-one Chinese
language tutorials.
Chinese Language Clinic
The Chinese language coordinator manages a clinic, by appointment, to assist students
with special or unique problems in language study.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Students attend afternoon intensive language classes Monday through Thursday.
The language classes are small and students are encouraged to participate actively.
The area studies courses take place in the mornings or evenings Monday through Thursday.
Course related fieldtrips are usually held on Fridays and sometimes on the weekends.
As students gain proficiency in Chinese, resident staff will encourage students to use
their language skills in everyday settings. Students, thus immersed in the host country
language, not only speak Chinese but come to think in Chinese as well. The more students
participate in this immersion, the more they together foster a program environment and
learning community that encourages language and cultural acquisition, thereby improving
proficiency and understanding of both Chinese language and Chinese society.
ASSESSMENT
In CIEE courses, students are generally graded on the basis of exams, homework, and
participation much as in the United States. Depending on the course, exams, papers,
oral reports, or projects may be given, and participation and attendance are calculated
into the final grades. In the language courses, assessment is based on daily homework,
quizzes, and exams. Letter grades (A, B, C, D, and F) are given with pluses or minuses.
Complementing the classroom work is a series of visits to Chinese companies and factories,
government agencies, media, traditional Chinese clinics, museums, temples, and other
sites. Cultural activities include an acrobatics show, a river cruise, the Peking Opera, and a
Chinese talent show. An optional week-long trip to either Yunnan or Sichuan is also included
in the program fee. Specific information about these trips will be provided to students in
pre-departure mailings.
As a means of encouraging students to enrich their study abroad experience in Shanghai,
CIEE offers a Cultural Reimbursement Program, allowing students to be reimbursed for
their participation in local cultural activities such as Chinese movie screenings, theater
performances, traditional music concerts, and visits to local museums and historic places
of interest.
ORIENTATION
A mandatory week-long orientation session, conducted at the Shanghai program site at
the beginning of the program, introduces students to the country, the culture, and the
academic program and provides practical information about living in Shanghai. Orientation
is maintained on an individual and group basis throughout the program.
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HOUSING AND MEALS
Participants can select one of the following three housing options:
Off-Campus apartments
The off-campus apartments are located in an apartment facility near the Zhongshan
Park subway stop. Each apartment contains three or four bedrooms; a spacious living room
with couches, coffee table, television, and communal round-table with four chairs, two
private baths, and a kitchen with refrigerator, stove, and washing machine. The apartment complex also includes 24-hour security, a ping pong room, and a weight room with
some cardiovascular equipment.
Student Dormitories with Chinese Roommates
The recently-built 30-story dormitory is located just outside the main gate of East China
Normal University. Tenants include international students, Chinese students, and young
office workers. It is within walking distance to the light-rail system, from which one can
travel to different parts of the city. Each room has two single beds, desk, desk lamp, private
bath, kitchenette, washing machine, telephone, television, and shelving for clothes. Meals
can be taken at the cafeteria on campus or at one of the many restaurants located near the
University. Students are given a bicycle upon arrival to get to and from the CIEE office for
their morning content courses or to ECNU classrooms for their afternoon classes. This
option is recommended for students who wish to live with a Chinese roommate. Students
are typically from ECNU or another university in Shanghai. As there are a limited number
of spaces available, students may take part in a housing lottery should demand for this
housing option exceed availability.
Meals are not included in the above two housing options. Three meals a day are available
in the campus cafeterias at a moderate price. Students can expect to pay a total of between
$4 and $5 per day for meals. Most students choose to eat in a variety of restaurants.
Students living in off-campus apartments may cook their own meals in the full Western style
kitchen, and special dinners are often prepared together by students and their roommates.
Chinese Homestays
Chinese homestays are available within a 5-10 minute bike ride from the campus of East
China Normal University. Students are placed with a Chinese family in a three or four-bedroom apartment. Students have their own room in the apartment and share the living
room, kitchen, and bathroom with the host family. Students will be invited to most family
meals, but should budget for their own lunches and most weekend meals. As there are a
limited number of homestays available, students may take part in a housing lottery should
demand for homestays exceed the current homestay pool that exists near campus.
Note: Housing between the fall and spring semesters is included in the academic year fee.
Students remaining in China between semesters may travel during this period to enhance
their language fluency and cultural understanding.
INTERNET
All of the off-campus apartments are equipped with Internet access via a wireless network.
Students are encouraged to bring a laptop computer to access the Internet for a low monthly connection fee. Full Internet access is also available in the CIEE student lounge free of
charge and at nearby cyber cafés for a low hourly fee.
COST
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $9,800 Spring 2006: available 8/15/05
Academic Year 2005–2006: $17,750
The 2005–06 CIEE fees include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition, fulltime program leadership and support, housing, orientation, cultural activities (museums,
temples), local excursions such as a river cruise, week-long excursion to western China, peer
language tutors, a Chinese language clinic, pre-departure advising, insurance, and visa fees.
Transportation (West Coast to Shanghai round-trip)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Books and Supplies
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,100
1,300
1,200
50
300
3,950
Shanghai, China
courses/credit Total recommended credit for the semester is 16 semester/24 quarter hours and for the academic year, 31 semester/46.5 quarter hours.
A full course load includes required language coursework, the Chinese Language and Culture Practicum, and three elective courses.
Accelerated beginning, intermediate, and advanced language course contact hours are 45 hours with a recommended credit of 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
All students in these levels will be placed in two required language courses (Readings in Chinese and Spoken Chinese) at the appropriate level.
Beginning I and Beginning II language course contact hours are 90 hours with a recommended credit of 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
Language levels are based on a proficiency examination given during orientation. In addition, all students are required to take a Chinese Language and Culture
Practicum with recommended credit of 1 semester/1.5 quarter hours and 15 contact hours.
Language and area studies electives typically have 45 contact hours and recommended credit of 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours unless otherwise indicated.
A number of non-credit, optional classes are offered to program participants, including Martial arts (twice weekly), Chinese cooking, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese
chess, Chinese musical instruments, and Shanghai Dialect.
faculty
All Chinese language courses are taught by faculty from East China Normal University. The area studies courses are taught by the Resident Director
and other professors from local Chinese or Western universities.
course listing
Beginner Language Courses
CHIN 1006 CSHA, Chinese – Beginning I (No previous language study)
CHIN 1007 CSHA, Chinese – Beginning II
The purpose of these two beginner language courses is to provide an introduction to
modern standard Chinese through the four basic skills: aural comprehension, speaking,
reading, and writing. The two beginning courses will concentrate on correct pronunciation
and the four tones as well as the basic grammatical patterns.
Accelerated Beginner Language Courses
CHIN 1005 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Accelerated Beginning for Heritage Students
This course provides heritage students with some speaking proficiency in Mandarin the
opportunity to hone their reading and writing skills through written assignments on
contemporary Chinese topics.
Intermediate and Advanced Language Courses
CHIN 2001 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Intermediate I
CHIN 2002 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Intermediate II
CHIN 2005 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Accelerated Intermediate
for Heritage Students
CHIN 3001 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Advanced II
CHIN 3002 CSHA, Readings in Chinese – Advanced II
These courses provide students with the opportunity to master their reading and writing
skills through written assignments on contemporary Chinese topics as well as practical
everyday issues that a student might face.
CHIN 2003 CSHA, Spoken Chinese – Intermediate I
CHIN 2004 CSHA, Spoken Chinese – Intermediate II
CHIN 3003 CSHA, Spoken Chinese – Advanced I
CHIN 3004 CSHA, Spoken Chinese – Advanced II
These courses emphasize the importance of oral skills. Practical vocabulary is
reinforced through dialogues and pattern drills. Interactive classroom activities such
as debates and role-playing are used.
CHIN 4001 CSHA Advanced Directed Study
CHIN 4002 CSHA Advanced Directed Study
These elective courses are taught in Mandarin for superior language students and will be
structured to the individual needs of the student. Contact Hours: 45 hours.
Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits.
Required Language & Culture Practicum
EAST 3011 CSHA
Chinese Language & Culture Practicum
This course is designed to help students practice and interact in Chinese during site
visits on the program as well as contextualize their overall experience in Shanghai.
Students will be asked to attend various meetings throughout the semester to reflect
on their learning and how their coursework pertains to issues in modern China. Students
will also be encouraged to take part in various community engagement activities with
local and international organizations as part of the practicum. Students will be given various
tasks and have previews as well as reviews for each weekly excursion in coordination with
their assigned peer tutor. Instructor: CIEE Language Coordinator Facilitator: Dr. Mingzheng Shi
Language Electives
CHIN 2006 CSHA
Communicative Chinese
This course emphasizes the importance of oral skills and verbal cross-cultural communication for Beginner II, Intermediate I, and Intermediate II level students. Practical
vocabulary is reinforced through dialogues and pattern drills. Interactive classroom
activities such as debates and role-playing, as well as trips outside the classroom, are
used to encourage the students' use of the language in a real context. This class will
meet in the afternoon once a week for three hours.
CHIN 3005 CSHA
Business Chinese
This course will focus on 1) increasing students' knowledge of business and professional
terminology, 2) allowing students to read business related articles, examine statistical
information, and review business documents such as invoices, bank statements,
shipping documents, and brochures introducing new products, 3) and teaching students
how to write basic business letters, resumes, and other business documents.
Prerequisite: Students choosing this course must also be enrolled in Spoken Chinese
Advanced I or II.
Area Studies Course Electives
Spring Semester
BUSI 3001 CSHA
Seminar on Chinese Business Issues and Practices
This course will emphasize the various manners in which business is conducted in
China today. Topics will include joint ventures, state owned industries, and private
Chinese and foreign firms. Particular attention will be paid to the general working conditions,
current foreign investment policies, and environmental regulations. Case studies will
be presented. The course will also cover the practical elements of doing business
in the PRC including important cultural concepts such as guanxi (connections) and
mianzi (face). Classroom instruction will be supplemented by site visits and guest
lectures. Instructor: Dr. David Wang
EAST 3002 CSHA
Modern Chinese History and Society
This course examines the political, intellectual, social, and cultural transformation of
modern China. It explores critical issues that impact modern Chinese history and contemporary Chinese society. Topics of discussion include the legacy of Chinese tradition,
nationalism, rebellions and revolutions, and socialism with Chinese characteristics.
Instructor: Dr. Mingzheng Shi
EAST 3003 CSHA
China's International Relations
Required Prerequisite: Previous coursework in Political Science, International Affairs,
or Macroeconomics
The course begins with a discussion of China's security interests, its security policy, and
the foreign policy-making process. The second part explores the history of China-U.S.
interactions. The third part of the course highlights some key issues affecting bilateral
relations, including the Taiwan issue, regional security, economic factors, and public
opinion. Instructor: Dr. Wu Xinbo
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Shanghai, China
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EAST 3004 CSHA
Special Topics in Chinese Studies I
This special topics course will be offered each semester with different themes and focuses.
Depending on the specialized fields of the instructors teaching this course, special topics
may range from Chinese religions and philosophies, literature, film, and fine arts to urban
and environmental studies, ethnicity and minority cultures, and domestic and comparative politics. The chosen topic will be presented to students as a component of their
course registration materials. Instructor: TBA
EAST 3005 CSHA
Special Topics in Chinese Studies II
and environmental studies, ethnicity and minority cultures, domestic and comparative
politics. The chosen topic will be presented to students as a component of their course
registration materials. Instructor: TBA
EAST 3010 CSHA/SOCI 3010 CSHA
Community and Social Development in China
This course will investigate the role of local community development activities as a strategy
to increase the assets a community has at its disposal to solve problems. Beginning with
a historical view of urban development in China, it examines both local government and
not-for-profit sector organizations for community development with a focus on public/
private partnerships as major vehicles for contemporary community development efforts.
Site visits with local NPO groups in Shanghai will be an integral part of this course.
Instructor: Dr. Xuesong He
Fall Semester
EAST 3001 CSHA
China's Economic Reforms
Required Prerequisites: Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
This course introduces students to both the domestic and international aspects of China's
economy. It explores the political, social, and cultural forces that are shaping China's
modernization and how the country's businesses are interacting with the world marketplace. Instructor: Dr. Yin Xiangshuo
EAST 3004 CSHA
Special Topics in Chinese Studies I
and environmental studies, ethnicity and minority cultures, and domestic and comparative politics. The chosen topic will be presented to students as a component of their
course registration materials. Instructor: TBA
EAST 3005 CSHA
Special Topics in Chinese Studies II
and environmental studies, ethnicity and minority cultures, domestic and comparative
politics. The chosen topic will be presented to students as a component of their course
registration materials. Instructor: TBA
EAST 3010 CSHA/SOCI 3010 CSHA
Community and Social Development in China
This course will investigate the role of local community development activities as a strategy
to increase the assets a community has at its disposal to solve problems. Beginning with
a historical view of urban development in China, it examines both local government and
not-for-profit sector organizations for community development with a focus on public/
private partnerships as major vehicles for contemporary community development efforts.
Site visits with local NPO groups in Shanghai will be an integral part of this course.
Instructor: Dr. Xuesong He
INDE 3001 CSHA - Contact Hours: 45. Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
INDE 3002 CSHA - Contact Hours: 90. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
Independent Study
Academic year students during the second semester who make the necessary arrangements with their home institution may undertake an independent study. Semester-only
students are not eligible to take this elective. Students who wish to do so for credit must
submit a clear statement of purpose, which must include their research proposal, preparation, list of resources, a tentative outline of the final project, and a suggested schedule
of progress. Permission in writing must be granted by the home institution before the
independent study can be undertaken. The number of credit hours granted is determined
by the student's home institution.
EAST 3002 CSHA
Modern Chinese History and Society
This course examines the political, intellectual, social, and cultural transformation of
modern China. It explores critical issues that impact modern Chinese history and contemporary Chinese society. Topics of discussion include the legacy of Chinese tradition,
nationalism, rebellions and revolutions, and socialism with Chinese characteristics.
Instructor: Dr. Mingzheng Shi
EAST 3003 CSHA
China's International Relations
Required Prerequisite: Previous coursework in Political Science, International
Affairs, or Macroeconomics
The course begins with a discussion of China's security interests, its security policy, and
the foreign policy-making process. The second part explores the history of China-U.S.
interactions. The third part of the course highlights some key issues affecting bilateral
relations, including the Taiwan issue, regional security, economic factors, and public
opinion. Instructor: Dr. Wu Xinbo
above are available upon request. A description of the CIEE course numbering system is available at www.ciee.org.
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Taipei, Taiwan
National Chengchi University
LOCATION Taiwan is a modern country of 23 million people, located southeast
of mainland China and north of the Philippines. Its history and culture are
overwhelmingly Chinese, although elements of Japanese and Western influence
are also clearly visible. Mandarin Chinese is the national language, and the
two other major languages spoken are Hokkien (“Taiwanese”) and Hakka.
Taiwan continues to uphold many traditions found in ancient China through
the ongoing use of traditional Chinese characters and the many festivals that
can be found only in Taiwan.
The capital is Taipei, an international city with superb restaurants, modern
hotels and churches, and an active nightlife. Taipei is also internationally
known for its traditional Taiwanese and neo-Chinese cuisine. The National
Palace Museum, located at the northwest edge of the city, contains the greatest
collection of Chinese art in the world. Nestled in a basin surrounded by the
well-hiked Yangming Mountains, greater Taipei is a bustling, high-tech city
with some six million residents.
HOST INSTITUTION Established in 1927, National Chengchi University is one of
Taiwan's top institutions and is renowned for its social sciences and humanities.
The university has grown over the years to five colleges, including 28 departments and 25 graduate institutes, 13 of which offer Ph.D. programs.
The university enrolls 11,000 students including 9,000 undergraduates.
Located 13 kilometers from the center of Taipei, National Chengchi University
is situated on 263 acres in the southeast suburb of Mucha, at the foot of
picturesque Mount Chinan. The campus, with lots of greenery and open spaces,
is built on a large hill that provides attractive views of the city and the mountain
behind it. The surrounding neighborhood also caters to the local student population and is lined with restaurants, cafés, and shops. Buses are easily found,
and the campus is near the Taiwan subway (MRT) station that provides rapid
access to most parts of the city.
University (Beijing), East China Normal University (Shanghai), Nanjing University
(Nanjing), and National Chengchi University (Taipei). Scholarship applications
must be submitted with the program application. Read more about the scholarships and eligibility requirements at www.ciee.org.
Dr. Christie Chang, Resident Director
Dr. Yu-Ling (Christie) Chang earned her B.A. in Foreign Languages and Literature from National Taiwan University, and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Linguistics from the
University of Hawaii specializing in second language acquisition, literacy, and pedagogy. She wrote her dissertation on heritage-language teaching in Chinese
language schools in Hawaii. She has taught undergraduate linguistics courses as well as English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese as second languages. Before joining
CIEE, Christie held the positions of Principal and Academic Dean at a prominent local Chinese Language School in Hawaii. She has native knowledge of Mandarin
and Taiwanese, sensitivity to cultural differences, and an ability to bridge these differences.
message to students
Come to Formosa! Come to the beautiful island we call Taiwan. Come to study in the full-fledged Chinese language
program that our host university provides. Come to study in the interesting and specially designed content courses CIEE offers on
this typical Taiwanese campus. Come to enjoy the hospitality of the Taiwanese people. Come to enjoy the rich and diverse
culture that preserves the most traditional and yet integrates the new. Come to witness the economic and political
miracle in Taiwan. Come to share and participate in the shaping of a charming new Taiwan. And most important, come to enjoy your
stay with the full-hearted support of the CIEE resident staff in Taipei! It is our mission and our promise to you: you shall have a happy,
fruitful, and wonderful experience in Taiwan with us.
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National Chengchi University fall/spring/academic year
Study traditional Mandarin and Taiwanese culture on the beautiful island of Taiwan
Subject Areas
Asian Studies
Classical Chinese
Internship
Mandarin Chinese
Chinese, English
Recommended Credit
24 quarter hours
Duration
fall: 17 weeks:
late August – early December
46.5 quarter hours
after Lunar New Year – mid-June
(academic year only):
6 semester/9 quarter hours
(including winter break)
Housing
• University dormitory
(academic year only):
10 weeks: mid-December –
Lunar New Year
recommended
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $8,500
educational goals
• Live with three Taiwanese roommates for full language and cultural
immersion
The goals of the program are to enhance participants' Chinese language
and academic research skills through experiential learning, lectures
from scholars and professionals in Taipei, and conducting oral interviews
in the target language. The program accomplishes these goals through
intensive language training using traditional characters and modern
“putonghua” coupled with critical inquiry on topics related to Taiwan and
Chinese societies. The program is ideal for high-performing students that
plan to utilize their language training and experiences in Taiwan as part
of their long-term academic or career goals.
• Small-sized Chinese language classes for second through fourth-year
level students
• Special CIEE core seminar taught in English and Chinese examines modern
Taiwanese culture and society from a multi-disciplinary perspective
• Ideal program for students interested in furthering their study of
traditional Chinese characters
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Taipei, Taiwan
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Established in 1993, the CIEE Study Center at National Chengchi University provides students
with the unique opportunity for Mandarin Chinese language training using traditional
characters. The program is structured to teach students about Taiwan from both a
social science and linguistic perspective through a core seminar on modern Taiwan.
ORIENTATION
A one-week mandatory orientation conducted at the University at the beginning of the
program includes a language placement exam, visits in and around Taipei, and an in-depth
introduction to the country, the culture, and the academic program, as well as practical
information about living in Taiwan. Orientation is maintained on an individual and group
basis throughout the program.
All students take an intensive Chinese language course, a language practicum, and one
language elective taught by instructors from the University's Language Center. In addition,
students are required to take part in a core seminar designed and taught by CIEE in
English and Chinese. The core seminar provides students with comprehensive insight
into factors that influence life in modern Taiwan through critical inquiry into various
social and cultural elements.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is included in the program fee. Meals are not included in the program fee and
are the responsibility of the student. There are on-campus cafeterias and restaurants,
as well as a large choice of restaurants right outside the main campus gate.
The academic year program includes two semesters of language study, two language
electives, the core course and language practicum in the fall semester, as well as
the opportunity to participate in a directed study or organizational internship in the
spring semester.
CIEE students who live on-campus are housed with three Taiwanese roommates. Each
room houses four students and includes a bed, desk, and closet space for each person.
Each student has his or her own ethernet connection in the room. Computer facilities are
also available on campus, but they are often crowded, so many students choose to bring
their own computer equipment and small printer. Each floor has communal bathrooms,
a TV lounge, and study space.
Students with near-native proficiency in Mandarin should be aware that their language
ability may exceed the most advanced courses offered. Students with prior Chinese
language experience must submit a formal language evaluation from Chinese language
faculty at their home institution.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Students attend morning language classes Monday through Friday with other international
students, many of whom are from other parts of Asia. The language classes are small, and
students are encouraged to participate actively. Language electives meet twice a week
for a total of twelve weeks.
The core course takes place in three-hour time blocks one afternoon each week.
The University calendar consists of three terms: fall, winter, and spring. Academic year
students attend both fall and spring terms, and may choose to attend the winter term
at an additional cost. Although extracurricular activities and personal travel contribute
vitally to the students' overall experience in Taiwan, attendance in class is paramount.
Any extended travel should take place prior to the start or upon completion of the program.
As students gain proficiency in Chinese, resident staff will encourage students to use
language, not only speak Chinese but come to think in Chinese as well. The more students
participate in this immersion, the more they together foster a program environment and
learning community that encourages language and cultural acquisition, thereby improving
proficiency and understanding of both Chinese language and Chinese society.
ASSESSMENT
Language classes are graded on the basis of a mid-term and final exam, quizzes, homework, and in-class participation. For the core course, students are graded on short
papers, a journal, and a final research project, as well as participation and attendance.
Grades range from A–F for the language, elective, and core courses.
During orientation and throughout the semester, several trips are planned to temples,
mountains, tea plantations, porcelain works, and museums around northern Taiwan.
All field trips are integrated into the curriculum, either with the Chinese Language
Practicum or the CIEE core course.
Housing for academic year students between the fall and spring semesters is included
in the academic year fee. Students participating in the academic year program may
choose to find their own independent housing during the second semester.
INTERNET
Students are encouraged to bring personal laptops with a wireless connection. They
can access e-mail at National Chengchi University and at many Internet cafés near
the university.
COST
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $8,500 Spring 2006: available 8/15/05
Academic Year 2005–2006: $16,000
The 2005–06 CIEE fees include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition, fulltime program leadership and support, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local
excursions to tea plantations and museums, field trips to the National Palace Museum,
businesses and schools, pre-departure advising, and insurance.
Transportation (West Coast to Taipei round-trip)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Books and Supplies
Visa Fee
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,000
1,100
1,500
60
300
100
4,060
Special Lectures
Students are invited to meet with locals and expatriates including journalists, diplomats,
educators, or business people to gain a broader perspective on living and working in
Taiwan. Past speakers have included educators, local NGO workers, a local disc jockey,
and, one semester, the President of Taiwan.
Community Involvement
Students are encouraged to involve themselves in local internships or volunteer community
service. Interested students should contact the Resident Director to make special
arrangements. Additionally, students may participate in sports or clubs on campus.
To encourage students to utilize their Chinese in an informal setting, CIEE plans bi-monthly
group meals for the students, their language teachers, peer tutors, and resident staff in
Taiwan. Students attending the optional meals are required to only speak Chinese with
their teachers and peers.
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Taipei, Taiwan
courses/credit
Total recommended credit for the semester is 16 semester/24 quarter hours and for the academic year, 31 semester/46.5 quarter hours.
Total recommended credit for the optional winter term (academic year only) is 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
A full course load is considered 4 courses for the semester and 7 courses for the academic year. All students take a Chinese language course at the intermediate
or advanced level taught by instructors from the University’s Language Center.
All semester and academic year students enroll in a Chinese language course for a total of 120 contact hours (8 semester/12 quarter hours) each term. Students
also enroll in one language elective for a total of 60 contact hours (4 semester/6 quarter hours) each term. All students are also required to enroll in the CIEE core
course for a total of 45 contact hours (3 semester/4.5 quarter hours).
In addition, students are required to take a 15 hour “Chinese Language Practicum” with recommended credit of 1 semester/1.5 quarter hours. Academic year
students take the “Chinese Language Practicum” during their fall semester only.
Academic year students are expected to participate in a directed independent study or organizational internship in the spring semester of their year abroad. The
Directed Study meets for a total of 45 contact hours (3 semester/4.5 quarter hours). The Organizational Internship requires 90 contact hours for a recommend
credit of 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits.
faculty
All Chinese language courses are taught by teaching professionals from National Chengchi University. The core course is organized by the CIEE Resident
Director and draws upon faculty from National Chengchi University and/or local university professors and scholars.
course listing
Required Core Course
CHIN 2001 CTAI, Chinese Language – Intermediate I
CHIN 2002 CTAI, Chinese Language – Intermediate II
CHIN 2003 CTAI, Chinese Language – Intermediate III
CHIN 3001 CTAI, Chinese Language – Advanced I
CHIN 3002 CTAI, Chinese Language – Advanced II
CHIN 3003 CTAI, Chinese Language – Advanced III
CHIN 3004 CTAI, Chinese Language – Advanced IV
CHIN 4001 CTAI, Chinese Language – Post Advanced
CHIN 4002 CTAI, Chinese Language – Post Advanced II
Intermediate and advanced Chinese covers topics such as reading and listening,
radio/television, plays, and newspaper reading. Unlike intermediate through advanced
Chinese, post-advanced is organized around subject areas rather than levels. In recent
years, subjects have included language for daily use, novels and prose, contemporary
topics, journalism, financial and economic issues, political and social issues, Chinese
art, movies/film, literature, and history. Please note that all language courses are taught
using the traditional or fantizi form of the Chinese character. Contact hours:
120. Recommended credit: 8 semester/12 quarter hours.
EAST 3000 CTAI
Topics on Modern Taiwanese Culture and Society
The purpose of this course is to give students comprehensive insight into factors that
influence life in modern Taiwan by examining the culture from a multi-disciplinary
perspective. Beginning with an overview of the social and modernization processes that
have occurred over the last four decades, students will be asked to engage in topical
lectures and discussions each week. The following topics will be covered over the course
of the semester:
CHIN 2004 CTAI
Chinese Language Practicum
This course is designed to help students practice and interact in Chinese during visits
to various local sites, including museums and temples. Students will be given various
tasks and have previews as well as reviews for each class excursion. This course will
also serve as a language clinic so that students can have all their questions related to
language learning answered. Contact hours: 15. Recommended credit: 1 semester/
1.5 quarter hours.
Chinese Language Electives
Each semester 2 different language electives will be offered by the Language
Center at National Chengchi University. Students may choose one elective each
semester they are enrolled on the program. Certain elective courses may only be
open to students enrolled in the advanced level at the Language Center and are
denoted as such below. The following electives courses are tentatively on offer during
the 2005–2006 academic year.
• Chinese Language and Society
• Cross-Straight Relations
• International Trade
• Modern Taiwanese Literature
• Politics in Taiwan
• Public Policy in Taiwan
• Taiwan’s Political Economy
• Taiwan’s Society and Modernization
• Taiwanese Folk Religions and Customs
• The Third Sector in Taiwan
• Traditional and Modern Art in Taiwan
The course encourages students to explore local perspectives on a variety of subjects
by requiring them to complete an oral interview project on a topic of their choice involving
local interviews in Chinese and participation in field trips in and around Taipei. Students
can choose their oral interview project from a suggested list provided by the Resident
Director. The list includes topics ranging from an average citizen’s approach to education,
environment and health, gender roles and family relations, globalization and traditional
Chinese values, political participation, the role of the media, the role of religion in peoples’
lives, and other relevant issues about modern Taiwanese society.
All lectures are linked to site visits led by the Resident Director and faculty teaching the
course. The course is taught primarily in English, with the introduction of some terminology
in Chinese. Contact hours: 45. Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
Instructor: Dr. Christie Chang
• Business Chinese
• Chinese in the News
• Chinese Literature (advanced)
• Classical Chinese (advanced)
• Taiwanese Language
All courses are taught in Chinese. Contact hours: 60. Recommended credit:
4 semester/6 quarter hours.
This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to
changes as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Syllabi for the CIEE courses
listed above are available upon request.
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Taipei, Taiwan
Courses for Academic Year Students
Academic year students must choose one of the two courses offered below during
their spring semester on the program.
INDE 3001 CTAI
Directed Independent Study
Academic year students may undertake an independent study during the second
semester on the program. Students must submit a clear statement of purpose, which
should include their research proposal, preparation, list of resources, a tentative outline
of the final project, and a suggested schedule of progress in the last two weeks of
the fall program. Students will be linked with faculty and local experts that match their
particular interests. Semester-only students are not eligible to take this course.
Contact hours: 45. Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
INSH 3002 CTAI
Organizational Internship
Academic year students with advanced proficiency in the Chinese language may choose
a governmental or non-governmental organization to work with for the semester. Issues
that these organizations are involved in might include: social welfare and policy,
women’s rights, environmental protection, and the fine arts. A contract describing the
internship, its goals, the responsibilities of the student, and the working hours is signed
by the student, the host internship provider, and the Resident Director. Students record
their experiences in a journal, which is evaluated weekly during the internship seminar,
and complete a 10-page research paper that includes what they have learned during
their experience at the organization. Evaluation is made by the internship supervisor and
the Resident Director. Pre-approval must be obtained for participation from the Resident
Director and the home institution advisor. Semester-only students are not eligible to take
this course. Contact hours: 90. Recommended credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
CIEE Certificate of Achievement
in International Education
CIEE offers the Certificate of Achievement in International Education (CAIE) to students
who wish to show a specific international education credential on their resume. The
CAIE is a way for CIEE to acknowledge students who want to immerse themselves fully
in the experience of international education and are willing to put forth extra effort,
time, and study into this rewarding endeavor.
The objective is to provide students with tools to help them gain understanding of the
host country culture and reflect on American culture, acquire knowledge, and develop
skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. This is accomplished through an extensive reading list, journal-writing, group and one-on-one meetings
with the Resident Director, experiential exercises, and the completion of one or two papers.
The granting of the Certificate of Achievement in International Education is based on
students’ performance and achievement, and includes criteria related to attendance
and grades, as well as written materials. The Certificate is offered in addition to the
CIEE Study Center course requirements and carries an additional, non-refundable
fee of $350.
As an Asian American, coming to Taiwan was quite the experience, amazing in numerous ways. After getting over my initial
feelings of inadequacy (being that I looked like everyone else, but with only two years of Mandarin class at school, and spoke
like a four-year old), I have come to really enjoy Taipei.
First, to all those students considering this program, I would push for you to come. The Study Center was terrific, and with only five
people in a class, I’ve already witnessed a drastic improvement in my Chinese. Additionally, the students on this campus
were amazing. I joined two student groups, ballroom dance, and a class to learn a traditional Chinese stringed instrument.
Everyone I encountered has gone out of their way to help: patiently listening to my disjointed Chinese questions, teaching me
new practical phrases, and laughing with me at our mistakes, both with Chinese and English. These activities not
only gave me numerous opportunities to meet Taiwanese students and make friends, but also made me feel at home.
I hiked up to nearby Monkey’s perch (which by the way is really a mountainous hike, not a leisurely stroll!), wandered
through the night markets in search of Chinese delicacies, danced nights away in local clubs, and made some terrific
friends. When I returned home, it was the good times that I took with me, and I hope that future students will have an experience
that can compare to mine.
— Derrick Yee, Georgetown University
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Hyderabad, India
LOCATION Hyderabad, located in the predominantly Hindu state of Andhra
Pradesh, is a bustling city with a diverse population that combines Muslim
and Hindu cultures. It stands as a point of interaction between Northern and
Southern India, between rural and urban India, and between the past and
the present. On the one hand, it has a rich tradition in art, poetry, calligraphy,
architecture, dance, and music, with roots firmly planted in the regional soil.
On the other, it is at the center of the technological advances of the 21st
century and has a thriving youth culture and enterprising financial institutions.
HOST INSTITUTION The University of Hyderabad, now over thirty years old,
was the first federally funded university to be established in the culturally and
linguistically rich southern part of India. The university has over 200 faculty
and 2,100 full-time students. The university has eight schools: chemistry;
life sciences; mathematics and computer and information sciences; physics;
humanities; social sciences; management studies; performing arts, fine arts,
and communication.
Hyderabad is the fifth largest city in India and is at the heart of India’s development strategies. Good public transportation makes Hyderabad an excellent
base from which to visit other areas of the country. The language of the state
is Telugu, but in Hyderabad, Urdu is also spoken, and people are comfortable
with Hindi. English is also widely spoken.
Gurdit Singh, Resident Director
Gurdit Singh is a Ph.D. candidate in Sociology at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), where he specializes in the study of Sikh diasporas. His education
includes a B.A. in Political Science and Religious Studies from the University of Kansas along with two M.A. degrees, one in Comparative Religion from Harvard and
another in Sociology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Gurdit’s love of languages has led him to live, study, and teach in India, Pakistan, and Yemen.
He is fluent in Hindi, Urdu, and Punjabi, and has also formally studied several other languages, including Arabic and Farsi. In the past, Gurdit has also worked as
an Assistant Program Director on a summer language and culture program in the northern Indian city of Chandigarh. In his free time, he loves to read Sufi poetry
and hike.
message to students
The University of Hyderabad’s campus is about 25 km (15.5 miles) from the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderbad. Life in
Hyderabad can be as exciting as any other place in the fascinating land of India. Hyderabad is not the largest metropolis in India,
but it has all of the high-tech features of the modern city and the quaintness of a small town. It is one of the
oldest blends of Islamic and Hindu cultures and has a nice mix of other ethnic and religious groups. One can get by in English
without speaking an Indian language in most places in the city.
Students in Hyderabad can choose from a wide range of courses from the schools of humanities, social sciences, performing arts,
fine arts, and communication. The campus lets students escape the heat and dust of the city but also lets them enjoy the urban
experience since it is less than an hour away. Students should come to Hyderabad with an open mind and be ready to introduce
their senses to new sights, sounds, and smells. The learning experience will be unforgettable both on
and off-campus.
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Explore India’s cultural diversity while engaging in
the modern society of a traditional city
Subject Areas
Anthropology
Art/Art History
Business and Management
Cinema/Film Studies
Communications
Computer Science
Dance/Drama
Folk Culture
Geography
History
Languages: Hindi, Telugu, Urdu
Linguistics
Literature
Political Science
Religion and Theology
English, Hindi, Urdu, Telugu
Duration
fall: 20 weeks:
mid-July – early December
Housing
• Shared rooms in a small guest
house for foreign students on
the university campus
Recommended Credit
25.5 quarter hours
spring: 17 weeks:
late December – early May
mid-July – early May
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $9,100
• Overall GPA 3.0
educational goals
• Study South Indian culture and the historical impact that religion has
had upon modernity in the world’s largest democratic society
The CIEE Study Center provides an opportunity to gain insight into the
challenges that face contemporary India. The orientation in Delhi,
combined with the core course, enables participants to grasp the historic
and cultural density of the largest democracy in the world. The location,
situated between the North and South, and Hindu and Muslim India,
ensures that students gain insight into linguistic, religious, and cultural
diversity. The wide range of academic offerings allows students to select
courses related to the region according to their various interests.
• Customized CIEE orientation and cultural activities in Delhi
• Directly enroll in classes at the university and study alongside
Indian peers
• Yoga Center on campus
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Hyderabad, India
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The academic program is offered in collaboration with the Study India Program (SIP) at the
University of Hyderabad. The Study India Program aims to provide international students the
opportunity to study various aspects of Indian society, history, and culture and to create an
international environment on campus. The Study India Program is nationally recognized by
the Ministry of Education in India for its international education model. The CIEE program
offers students a combination of specially designed courses organized by SIP and regular
university courses in such fields as history, literature, philosophy, sociology, communications, management studies, anthropology, dance, art history, cinema, political science,
economics, folk culture, natural sciences, and Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu languages. Many
faculty members have experience teaching American students, either in the United States
or in India.
Although there is no language prerequisite for participation in the program, all students
are required to take one Indian language. Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu are among the languages
that are offered. In addition to language study, students are required to take the core
course on contemporary Indian society and culture, and two other courses.
Peer Tutors
Each student will be paired with a local Indian tutor to accomplish the following three
learning objectives while on the program: improve the overall aptitude with which CIEE
students speak, read, write, and hear Hindi, Urdu, and Telugu; provide a structured and
systematic framework within which CIEE students can practice and augment their
language skills; and utilize language as an important means of learning about different
aspects of Indian society, including but not limited to Indian customs, festivals, folk
and religious traditions, and other aspects of culture.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
The University of Hyderabad is a graduate-level Indian university. This designation is somewhat different than in the U.S. system but should not provide a barrier to undergraduates.
The B.A. degree in India is three years long. Thus, M.A. students at the University of
Hyderabad in their first year of study are roughly at the equivalent level to a senior at a
U.S. university. Due to the prerequisites needed, most U.S. students are not able to enroll
in subjects from the math and science departments. CIEE students take their classes primarily from the arts, social sciences, and humanities departments. The student body is
made up of mostly Indian students from all over the country. Classes are relatively small
and are taught through lectures, although most professors welcome discussion and active
student participation. Many of the University’s courses are managed in a “directed study”
format, where students may meet one-on-one with their professor during an assigned time
instead of meeting as a full class.
ASSESSMENT
Students are required to attend all classes and participate, to the satisfaction of the professor, in practical study seminars. The examination system is designed to systematically
test the student’s progress in class, laboratory, and fieldwork through continuous evaluation. Students are given periodic tests, short quizzes, homework assignments, seminars,
tutorials, and term papers, in addition to the examination at the end of each semester.
The final result in each course is calculated on the basis of this continuous assessment.
During orientation, students learn about Indian culture, history, and society through site
visits and lectures. During the rest of the semester, the program includes visits to sites
of historic and cultural importance in and around Hyderabad. Students interested in
undertaking daily yoga practice may do so at the Yoga Center located on campus. Daily
yoga classes are offered in both the morning and afternoon. Opportunities are also
available for students to study classical Indian music and dance. Volunteer projects
may be available for interested students.
Note: As no scheduled academic break exists in the University calendar, semester-only
students are recommended to make any travel plans following the program end date.
Academic year students will have a four-week break from late November to late December
to travel within the country.
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ORIENTATION
Students fly into Delhi, where they spend the first three nights on a mandatory orientation
program that includes site visits to places such as the Taj Mahal, workshops, and lectures
on aspects of Indian life, as well as music or dance performances. CIEE staff then accompanies the students by train to Hyderabad, offering additional orientation opportunities
during the 24-hour journey.
The CIEE Study Center organizes a full orientation in Hyderabad that includes information
on academic requirements, safety and security issues, a campus tour, an introduction
to student facilities, and academic conventions in India. In addition, there are orientation
sessions conducted at the University of Hyderabad which introduce students to the
country, the culture, and the academic program, and give practical information about
living in Hyderabad. Cultural programs and tours of the city and its vicinity are also
arranged during this period. The services provided during orientation are maintained
on an individual and group basis throughout the program.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Students are housed in shared rooms in the recently refurbished Study in India Program
guest house for foreign students. The housing is excellent, but students need to recognize
that they may not have access to all of the facilities they are accustomed to in the United
States. The accommodation is at a level reserved for visiting guests and professors. Housing
includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Food is of a very good standard with many vegetarian
options. While most of the food is Indian, some western food items are also available.
Note: Starting in spring 2006 and beyond, a limited number of students may be able to
share a multi-unit house with an Indian family or live with Indian students in the student
dorms on the campus. Complete information regarding these new housing options will
be sent to accepted students.
INTERNET
Students have e-mail and Internet access in the guest house and also at the University
of Hyderabad’s computer center. Students are encouraged to bring personal laptops with
a wireless connection.
COST
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $9,100
Academic Year 2005–06: $16,900
The 2005–06 CIEE fees include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition, fulltime on-site CIEE program leadership and support, housing, meals, orientation, train
fare from Delhi to Hyderabad, cultural activities, local excursions and field trips, predeparture advising, and insurance. Please note that transportation back up to Delhi at
the end of the semester is not included in the program fee. Students should consider their
post-program travel plans when making airline reservations.
Transportation (New York to Delhi round-trip,
one-way return ticket from Hyderabad to Delhi)
Personal Expenses
Books and Supplies
Visa Fee
$ 1,950
$ 1,000
$
75
$ 225
$
85
$ 3,335
Hyderabad, India
courses/credit
Total recommended credit for the semester is 17 semester/25.5 quarter hours and total recommended credit for the academic year is 34–36
semester/51–54 quarter hours. Elective course contact hours are 60 and recommended credit is 4 semester/6 quarter hours, unless otherwise indicated.
The program offers students a combination of regular university courses and specially designed courses that cater to the interests of individual students. A
full course load for the semester is 4 courses, including the required CIEE core course, one required language course, and two electives chosen from regular university
classes and special Study in India courses. Students are required to take at least one elective course in a department within the University for a deeper
immersion experience.
Students are required to take an Indian language course, such as Hindi, Telugu, or Urdu while on the program. Students that have previously studied Hindi are
strongly encouraged to enroll in Telugu while in Hyderabad to get the most out of their experience.
faculty
The required core course is taught by the CIEE Resident Director. All other courses are taught by faculty from the University of Hyderabad.
course listing
SAST 3002 ISIP/RELI 3001 ISIP
Indian Religious Traditions – An Introduction to Contemporary India
This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to contemporary India by examining
it through the lenses of the different religious traditions vibrantly present in India. This
course will introduce CIEE students to India by taking them on a historical journey from
the foundations of Vedic religion to specific examinations of at least 4 specific religious
traditions, Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and Christianity. A significant aspect of this course
includes field trips to Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Christian places of worship in Hyderabad.
This will provide students a hands-on understanding of Indian religious (as well as social
and cultural) life and give them practical opportunities to have meaningful interactions
and dialogues with representatives from all these traditions.
Throughout this course, we will analyze and emphasize the interdisciplinary orientation
of the course by examining the impact that economics, globalization, history, IT, diaspora
(transnational migrations), language, and culture have continued to have on Indian
religious traditions and vice versa. Several guest lecturers will be invited to give presentations on various topics throughout the course. Contact hours: 45. Recommended
credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
HIND 1001 ISIP
Basic Hindi
CIEE offers Hindi at a basic level to students interested in learning Hindi while in India.
The goals for this specially-designed course are to familiarize students with both the
oral and written Hindi language and to enable them to use the language during their time
on the program. The course will have a core focus on oral communication skills to enable
students to begin to communicate with local Indians and use their language to assist
in their understanding of local culture and society in Hyderabad. Contact hours: 45
classroom and 30 tutorial hours. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
HIND 2001 ISIP
Intermediate Hindi
The University of Hyderabad offers Hindi conversational classes for students that have
had a year of Hindi language before participating on the program. The course is topically
arranged with a focus on vocabulary related to daily life and practical necessities.
Contact hours: 45 classroom and 30 tutorial hours. Recommended credit: 6 semester/
9 quarter hours.
TELU 1001 ISIP
Basic Telugu
The University of Hyderabad offers Telugu conversational classes on an individual basis
for foreign students interested in learning the local Indian language. Each meeting
focuses on vocabulary related to daily life and other practical necessities. As this is the
primary regional language of Andhra Pradesh, students with previous language training
in Hindi are encouraged to consider taking Telugu for their language requirement while
on the program. Contact hours: 45 classroom and 30 tutorial hours. Recommended
credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
URDU 1001 ISIP
Conversational Urdu
The University of Hyderabad offers individual Urdu conversational classes focusing on
vocabulary related to daily life and practical necessities. Contact hours: 45 classroom
and 30 tutorial hours. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
University of Hyderabad Courses - Elective Courses for
Foreign Students
These courses are examples of the several special elective courses for foreign students
designed and coordinated by the Study in India Program (SIP) at the University.
Ethnographic Approaches to Indian Society
Folk Culture Studies
Independent Study*
Indian Civilizations
Indian Philosophy
Introduction to Folk Culture Studies
Living in a Gendered Society
Women’s Studies
*An independent study may be taken pending approval from the student’s sending
institution and the on-site CIEE Resident Director.
University of Hyderabad Schools and Departments
School of Chemistry
School of Humanities
Applied Linguistics & Translation Studies
Comparative Literature
English
Hindi
Philosophy
Telugu
Urdu
School of Life Sciences
Animal Sciences
Biochemistry
Plant Sciences
School of Management Studies
School of Mathematics and Computer/Information Sciences
Computer and Information Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
School of Performing Arts, Fine Arts, and Communication
Communication
Dance
Painting/Print-Making/Sculpture
Theater Arts
School of Physics
School of Social Sciences
Anthropology
Economics
Folk Culture
History
Indian Diaspora
Political Science
Regional Studies
Sociology
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Tokyo, Japan
Sophia University
fall/spring/academic year/calendar year
LOCATION Contemporary Japan is a land of intrigue. It is exemplary of how
a country can uphold its ancient traditions and coexist fluidly with a new
economic grace. Where else is it possible to participate in a traditional tea
ceremony against a backdrop of suburban sprawl, which contains some of
the largest corporations in the world? Japan has created an indelible reputation
based on its great production capacity and export of technologically advanced
items, while maintaining its cultural signature of elegant formality. Tokyo,
Japan's capital and economic hub, is a shining example of how old traditions
and new high-tech culture meld to create one of the most fascinating cities
in the world.
11,000 students. Program participants take courses at the Faculty of Liberal
Arts. Approximately 75% of the students studying in this faculty are Japanese.
In September 2003, the Faculty of Liberal Arts (formerly known as the Faculty
of Comparative Culture) was selected by the Japanese Ministry of Education
as a Center of Learning, a high distinction awarded to institutions for excellence in education.
Not far from the center of Tokyo and Shinjuku, the Meiji Shrine, and the Imperial
Palace, Sophia’s Yotsuya campus includes a library, computer labs, faculty
and administrative offices, and classrooms. CIEE has an office on-campus
that provides full support to students while studying at Sophia University.
HOST INSTITUTION The CIEE Study Center is based at Sophia University, which
is a prestigious private, Jesuit institution offering an extensive curriculum in
English and Japanese. There are seven faculties at the University and over
Joy Yamamura, Resident Director
Joy Yamamura, born and raised in California by her Japanese parents, is the Resident Director of the CIEE Study Center in Tokyo. Having worked in the field of
international education for several years, she enjoys guiding young adults to excel academically and to experience Japanese culture and society. Joy earned
her B.A. in Economics and Music from Boston College and her M.S. in Public Administration and Public Policy from the London School of Economics and Political
Science (LSE). When she is not on a tennis court, you can find Joy pursuing her other hobbies—photography, playing the harpsichord and piano, learning new
languages, and reading her favorite magazine, The Economist.
message to students
Japan is a country full of amazing contrasts between old and new, and Tokyo is truly one of the world’s most energetic and fascinating
cities. In addition to it being the economic and political heart of Japan, Tokyo carefully balances its present-day modernity
with its traditional past. This provides a landscape in which, in a single day, one can see a kimono-clad woman talking on a cellular
phone, an old man selling baked yams from his homemade cart to a group of "salarymen" in a crowded business district, and a 200year old portable shrine being carried through the streets.
The CIEE Study Center at Sophia University is designed to appeal to a wide variety of students. Students may choose from a vast array
of elective courses taught in English, and the language program has courses designed to accommodate all levels of Japanese ability.
CIEE students take courses alongside Japanese students every day. The core course allows students to visit famous
Japanese companies, attend cultural events, and learn firsthand about Japanese education, politics, and society. The program also
includes homestay and dormitory housing options, giving students the opportunity to gain great insight into life in Japan
through daily interaction with local Japanese families and Japanese university students.
The Resident Director also assists students with academic, administrative, and day-to-day matters, and is assisted on-site by Hazuki Kato, Program Assistant.
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Sophia University fall/spring/academic year/calendar year
Study in the heart of Tokyo alongside Japanese students
Subject Areas
Anthropology
Art/Art History
Asian Studies
Economics
History
Japanese Language
Japanese Linguistics
Literature
Political Science
Religion/Philosophy
Sociology
English, Japanese
Duration
fall: 21 weeks:
mid-September – early February
Housing
• Japanese homestay
• Japanese private student
dormitories
Recommended Credit
25.5 quarter hours
spring: 21 weeks:
late March – late July
49.5 quarter hours
mid-September – late July
calendar year: 42 weeks:
late March – early February
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $15,900
calendar year 2006: $28,800
• Overall GPA 3.0
educational goals
• Intensive Japanese language courses for all levels
(beginner to native speaker)
The goals of this program are to help students of all Japanese language
abilities further develop their Japanese skills and increase their knowledge
about Japan and its people. Through intensive Japanese coursework, one
of the largest selections of elective courses in English available in Japan,
a core course that combines special guest lectures with site visits, the
Cultural Reimbursement Program, and a Japanese family homestay, students
gain considerable knowledge about Japanese culture and language.
• Study full-time with Japanese and other international students and
choose from a wide variety of courses taught in English
• Live with a local Japanese host family or in a Japanese university
dormitory with local and international students
• Group excursion to Hiroshima and Miyajima
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Tokyo, Japan
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Based at Sophia University since 1998, this program provides students with a supportive
environment in which to study at one of Japan’s top-ranked universities and experience
life in Tokyo. While its participants enroll in Sophia University courses alongside Japanese
and international students, CIEE resident staff organize a special orientation, homestays
with Japanese families, a core course which includes guided field trips and cultural activities
designed to introduce different facets of Japanese society, and an optional language
pre-session.
Students choose from a wide variety of courses taught in English. All students must enroll
in the required core course, Japan: Facing the New Millennium, and are required to take a
Japanese language class. Most students enroll in the regular Japanese Language program
(4 credits), while others opt to enter the Japanese Language Intensive Program (8 credits).
Students are also encouraged to enroll in at least one course offering a distinctive
Japanese perspective in their area of interest.
Optional Language Pre-Session
Students participating in the spring semester may choose to begin Japanese Language
classes early via a non-credit enrichment program called the “CIEE Language Pre-Session”.
Classes are taught at Sophia University and are designed for students at the elementary
through intermediate levels only. CIEE arranges 15 hours of language classes per week,
provides a mini-orientation, and housing at a private dormitory. Private student dormitories
provide breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday and sufficient meals on the weekend.
Students are responsible for buying their own lunch during the week while on campus.
Students on the academic year program may also choose to enroll in this 1-month program
during the interim break between the fall and spring semesters.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Sophia University is well known for its international environment. The Faculty of Liberal Arts
is unique as it allows international and Japanese students to study together in seminar
classes taught in English. The ratio of students to faculty is seventeen to one. Except for
language courses, most courses meet twice a week for 90-minute sessions. Most language
courses meet daily. The Sophia faculty is very international and thus, course structure
varies. Some courses are more discussion-based, while others are primarily lecture style.
The program takes place during the fall or spring semester, and students can elect to stay
for the Japanese academic year (late March-early February), or the North American academic
year (mid-September-late July), which includes a break during February and March.
As students gain proficiency in Japanese, resident staff will encourage students to use
language, not only speak Japanese but come to think in Japanese as well. The more
students participate in this immersion, the more they together foster a program environment and learning community that encourages language and cultural acquisition, thereby
improving proficiency and understanding of both Japanese language and Japanese society.
ASSESSMENT
In the CIEE core course, students are graded on the basis of written work, attendance, and
class participation much as in the United States. In regular University courses, assessment
is based on exams, quizzes, and papers. Letter grades of A, B, C, D, and F are given.
As part of the required core course, CIEE arranges guest lectures by local academics and
professionals leading international careers, and visits to large Japanese companies, local
elementary schools, and other areas of cultural interest. The visits and special activities
feature opportunities for personal discussion and interaction with local businesspeople,
and members of society. Every effort is made to vary the site visits in order to accommodate
the academic interests of program participants. Students are also encouraged to join
Sophia University clubs and may use their national holiday breaks to explore Tokyo
or travel to other parts of Japan.
CIEE Overnight Trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima
Students and staff travel aboard the shinkansen (bullet train), from Tokyo to Hiroshima,
where the Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum serve as a lasting reminder
of the August 6, 1945 tragedy. Following a day of touring and a lecture by a survivor of
the atomic bombings, students enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at a ryokan (traditional
Japanese inn). Before returning to Tokyo the next day, students experience the exquisite
beauty and harmony of Miyajima, a sacred island dating back 1,500 years and famous for
the "floating" torii (shrine gate) of Itsukushima-jinja.
As a means of encouraging students to enrich their study abroad experience in Tokyo, CIEE
offers a Cultural Reimbursement Program, allowing students to be reimbursed for their
participation in local cultural activities. This may include Japanese movies, traditional
Japanese music concerts and theater, and visits to local museums and historic places of
interest within Tokyo.
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Community Involvement
Volunteer opportunities in Tokyo may be available. Students should consult with the
Resident Director early on to determine what options may be available. They are also
encouraged to seek out volunteer opportunities through their own channels. In the past,
CIEE students have volunteered at local elementary schools, helped organize a food drive
for homeless people in Tokyo, and assisted with an organization that leads activities for
developmentally and physically challenged youth.
ORIENTATION
A two-week mandatory orientation in Tokyo takes place prior to the beginning of courses.
The CIEE orientation introduces students to the country and the culture, provides practical
information about living in Tokyo, and prepares students for their homestay or dormitory
experience. The orientation also includes a night city tour and an overnight group trip to
the countryside. Additionally, Sophia University provides an academic orientation including
a language placement exam. Students also receive ongoing orientation on aspects
of Japanese culture through the core course and individual appointments with the
Resident Director.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Students have the option of living in a homestay or a student dormitory while on the
CIEE program.
Homestay
The homestay is considered a vital component to the Study Center in Tokyo. Homestays
provide students with an unparalleled opportunity for language and cultural immersion
and also allow students to get more involved in local communities. Japanese homestay
families are available within a 1-hour commute of Sophia University. Students have their
own room with a desk, chair, and bed/futon, and share the kitchen and bathroom facilities
with the host family. Laundry facilities are available. Families provide breakfast and dinner
M–F and there are sufficient meals on the weekends. CIEE provides a lunch stipend for
every class day. Utilities are included except for telephone and internet fees, which are the
responsibility of the student. NOTE: An internet connection in Japanese households is not
common and cannot be guaranteed.
Student Dormitories
The private, modern student dormitories are located throughout Tokyo and are typically
within a 1-hour commute of Sophia University. Approximately 70–80% of the other residents
are local Japanese university students attending various universities in Tokyo. Students
choosing the student dormitory option gain a new perspective on the daily life and
interests of their Japanese peers. This enables them to understand the deeper levels
of Japanese culture and society through friendships. Rooms are single accommodation
equipped with a bed, desk and chair, desk lamp, phone, broadband connection, A/C and
heater, and shelving for clothes. There are shared bathrooms and showers. Laundry
facilities are available in the dormitories. The use of washers is free while dryers are available for a small fee. Meals included in the program fee are provided in the cafeteria,
Monday–Saturday (breakfast and dinner); the cafeteria is closed on Sundays and national
holidays. CIEE provides a lunch stipend for every class day and an additional meal stipend
for Sundays. Shared kitchen facilities are also available for students to cook their own food.
Utilities are included, except for telephone and internet fees (approx.$35/month) which
are the responsibility of the student.
Students on the academic year program may opt to find their own housing for the
second semester.
INTERNET
Students have free access to e-mail and the Internet at Sophia University and are
encouraged to bring personal laptops with a wireless connection.
COST
after August 15, 2005. Fees for fall 2006, academic year 2006–2007, and calendar year
2007 will be available after December 15, 2005. The actual cost of the programs may
vary slightly for students from different institutions.
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $15,900
Academic Year 2005–06: $28,800 Calendar Year 2006: $28,800
on-site program leadership and support, housing, most meals, orientation, Hiroshima
excursion, local commuter pass, required site visits and cultural activities, pre-departure
advising, and insurance.
Transportation (West Coast to Tokyo round-trip):
Personal Expenses:
Books and Supplies:
Local Transportation:
$ 1,100
$ 3,400
$ 300
$ 150
$ 4,950
Tokyo, Japan
courses/credit Total recommended credit for a semester is 17 semester/25.5 quarter hours and total recommended credit for an academic year is 33 semester /
51 quarter hours. Most semester students take three area studies courses, one required Japanese language course, and the required core course. Area studies
course contact hours are 60 hours and recommended credit is 4 semester/6 quarter hours per course.
The Department of Japanese Language and Studies offers Japanese language courses at many levels, including courses for students with near-native fluency.
The recommended credit for these courses is 2, 4, or 8 semester credits. Participants are placed in appropriate language classes based on a placement test
given during the orientation session.
faculty
All courses at Sophia University are taught by Sophia University faculty.
course listing
EAST 3001 SOPH
Japan: Facing the New Millennium
This course is designed to provide CIEE students with special opportunities to learn firsthand about Japanese business, politics, and society. Through examination of the current
challenges facing Japan, this course focuses on the changes taking place in Japan in the
new millennium. Special guest lectures by professionals in the fields of business, politics,
and Japanese studies are complemented by educational site visits to large Japanese
companies, elementary schools, and other areas of cultural interest. Students are required
to complete assigned readings and attend all lectures and site visits, which enable them
to reflect further on the intertwined relationships among business, politics, and traditional
culture in Japan. Past visits and trips have included: the House of Representatives of
the Japanese Diet, Nissan Motors, a major confectionary producer, a local elementary
school, sumo stables, a traditional Japanese theater performance, and an overnight trip
to the shrines of Nikko.
Assessment is based on participation and three assignments that ask students to
research and reflect upon certain aspects of Japanese culture and their experience as a
foreign student studying in Japan. Students on the academic or calendar year program
may opt not to take this course during the second semester.
Contact hours: 45–50 (12 classroom hours, 33–38 hours site visit/field trips).
Recommended credit: 1 semester/1.5 quarter hours. Coordinator: CIEE Resident Director
Sophia University Courses
The Faculty of Liberal Arts at Sophia University offers a large selection of Japanese
Language courses and area studies courses taught in English. Some courses are taught
on a rotation basis and may only be offered in alternate years. Students are advised to
remain flexible in course selection. For the most up-to-date course listings, visit the web
page for Sophia University’s Faculty of Liberal Arts. The following is a sample list of the
courses available.
Language Courses
Two credits:
Advanced Japanese 1–5
Reading and Writing 1–4
Four credits:
Classical Japanese 1–2
Japanese 1–4
Japanese Composition
Japanese M1, M2
Translating English to Japanese: Theory and Practice 1–2
Translating Japanese to English
Eight credits:
Intensive Japanese 1–3
Interested in Focusing on Japanese Language,
Linguistics, and/or Literature while in Japan?
Serious language students or students majoring in Japanese language, linguistics,
and/or literature may choose to take all of their coursework in these areas while attending
Sophia University. Beginner through intermediate-level language students have the
option to enroll in the Japanese Language Intensive Program (JLIP) at the appropriate
level. The JLIP allows students to study Japanese 15 hours each week. Students then
choose two other elective courses within the linguistics and/or literature areas.
Advanced students with near-native fluency may enroll in courses focusing on translation
or advanced reading and writing within the Japanese Language Program, and then
select three other elective courses. Elective courses such as Classical Japanese,
Introduction to Japanese Linguistics, Teaching Methods and Sociolinguistics,
Comparative Studies in the Tale of Geaji, and Modern Japanese Fiction (in English and
Japanese) have been extremely popular elective courses among past participants.
Area Studies Courses
Anthropology
Approaches to Japanese Society
Arts and Leisure in Society
Cultural and Social Anthropology
Culture Change
Ethnography of Japan and Other Societies
Gender and Societies
Introduction to Field Research
Practicum in Visual Methods
Tokyo Urbanism
Visual Methods in Anthropology
Art History
Chinese Literati Painting
Chinese Woodblock Illustrations
Japanese Narrative Painting
Japanese Portraiture
Kamakura Art and Culture
Masterpieces of Japanese Art
Masterpieces of World Art
Meeting of Western and Japanese Painting
Ming and Qing Painting
Seminar in Art History 1–2
Song and Yuan Painting
Studies in Art History 1–2
Survey of Asian Art 1: Buddhist Art
Survey of Asian Art 2: Islamic Art
Survey of Chinese Art 1–2
Survey of Japanese Art 1–2
Survey of Korean Art 1–2
Survey of Western Art 1–2
Topics in Japanese Art History
History
The City and the Society of Edo
Development of Japanese Civilization 1
Development of Japanese Civilization 2
Early Modern European Society
Enterprise and State: Development of Japanese Business
European Encounters with East Asia
The European Powers and East Asia
Historical Methodology
History of Chinese Civilization 1–2
History of France
History of Germany
History of Korea (Fall)
History of Modern Europe
History of Western Civilization 1–2
Issues in Chinese Women’s History
Japan and Germany in the Modern World
Japanese Women’s History (Fall)
Japan under the U.S. Occupation 1945–1952
Readings in European Sources
Seminars in East Asian Economic History
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Tokyo, Japan
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Political Science
International Business and Economics
Classical Western Political Theory
Comparative Politics of Post Communist States
Contemporary Security Studies
Empirical Political Analysis
International Organization and Law
International Political Economy
International Relations in Pacific Asia
International Relations Theory
Introduction to Comparative Politics
Introduction to International Relations
Japanese Bureaucracy
Japanese Foreign Policy
Japanese Government and Politics
Modern Western Political Theory
Nationalism, Citizenship, and Democracy in Japan
Political Economy of Advanced Industrial States
Regional Security in Northeast Asia
Western European Politics
Business and Economic Forecasting
Comparative Marketing
Computer for Business and Economics
Consumer Behavior
Corporate Strategy
Economic Analysis (Micro)
Economics of Natural Resources & Environment
Economic Policy
Economic Statistics
Economic Survey of Contemporary Japan
Financial Management
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Human Resource Development in Japan
Human Resource Management
Industrial Organization
Institutions and Development Management
International Economics
International Investment
International Marketing
Introduction to Accounting
Japan and the World: Business and Economics
Management in Japan
Managerial Accounting
Marketing
Money and Banking
Political Economy of International Energy Market
Principles of Macro Economics
Principles of Management
Principles of Micro Economics
Quantitative Approaches to Management
The Rise of Japanese Industry
Technology Management
Linguistics
History of the Japanese Language
Introduction to Japanese Linguistics
Introduction to Linguistics
Japanese Generative Grammar
Japanese Historical Syntax
Japanese Sound Structure
Semantics and Pragmatics
Teaching Methods and Beginning Japanese
Teaching Methods and Intermediate Japanese
Teaching Methods and Language Acquisition
Teaching Methods and Pedagogical Grammar
Teaching Methods and Sociolinguistics
Topics in Linguistics
Literature
The American Novel
American Poetry
The Best of British Literature
Call to Arms: Literature of Resistance
Comparative Studies in Classical Literature
Comparative Studies in Modern Theater
Comparative Studies in The Tale of Genji
Creative Writing
Interpretations of Modernity
Introduction to Japanese Literature
Japanese Cinema
Literary Genres
Modern Japanese Fiction 1–2
Seminar in Japanese Theater
Studies in Poetics: East-West Comparative Literary Theory
Survey of Japanese Literature 1–2
Topics in Theater
Twentieth-Century British Literature
Religion—Philosophy
Buddhist Traditions
Chinese Philosophy
Christianity and Japanese Culture
Comparative Religion and Culture
Comparative Rhetoric and Communication
Fundamentals of Religion
Indian Mysticism
Indian Thought and Culture 1–2
Introduction to Philosophy
Issues in Japanese Thought
Japanese Religions
Myths and Legends in Indian Artistic History
Philosophical Approaches to Buddhism
Religion and Arts
Religious Biographies: Buddha and Christ
Religion, Culture and Society
Religion and Society in Japan
Sacred Space and Time
Symbol and Religion
Western Thought and Culture 1–2
Sociology
Classical Social Theory
Contemporary Sociological Theories
Cultural Change in Contemporary China
Development Sociology
Globalization of Culture in East Asia
Introduction to Sociology
Political Sociology of Globalization
Social Stratification
Sociology of Culture
Sociology of Economic Life
Sociology of Identity
Sociology of Sexuality and Gender
State and Society in Contemporary China
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Seoul, Korea
Yonsei University
LOCATION South Korea, one of the four “economic dragons” in Asia, is a country
that simultaneously embraces an ultra-modern and a traditional way of life.
On the streets of Seoul, advertisements for global companies such asSamsung
and Hyundai illustrate South Korea's prowess as a newly industrialized nation.
From the historical influence of Chinese culture, South Korea has created its
own unique aesthetic interpretation in the arts, architecture, and cinema. Seoul
has a multitude of museums and cultural venues, such as the Gyeongbok,
Deoksu, and Changgyeong Palaces. These give international students a historical
perspective into Korea's dynastic periods, which established the intellectual
and cultural foundation for modern Korean society. At the same time, Seoul,
considered by some to be the “next epicenter of pop culture in Asia”, with stores
filled with the latest in mobile technologies, fashion, and “K-pop” music;
provides a great backdrop to learn about modern youth culture in Asia.
HOST INSTITUTION The CIEE Study Center is based at Yonsei University, the
most prestigious private institution of higher education in Korea. There are
nineteen colleges and sixteen graduate programs at the University that currently
enroll over 36,000 undergraduate and 12,000 graduate students. Program
participants take courses in English and Korean through the Division of
International Education and Exchange.
The tree-filled main campus of Yonsei University is located 20 minutes from
downtown Seoul. The campus is one of the most modern campuses in the
world and includes a library, computer labs, faculty and administrative
offices, and classrooms. CIEE has an office on-campus that provides full
support to students while studying at Yonsei University.
Please visit our website at www.ciee.org/study for updated Resident Director information.
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Yonsei University
Begin your study of Korean and continue
your study of business in high-tech Seoul
Subject Areas
Art/Art History
Asian Studies
Drama
Economics
Education
History
Business
Korean Language
Management
Philosophy
Political Science
Religion
Sociology
English, Korean
Duration
fall: 16 weeks:
Recommended Credit
22.5 quarter hours
spring: 16 weeks:
mid-February – mid-June
45 quarter hours
mid-August – mid-June
Housing
• International dormitory
CIEE Fees
academic year 2006–07: available
12/15/05
• Overall GPA 3.0
educational goals
• Extensive range of elective courses taught in English in international
business, humanities, social sciences, and the arts
The goals of this program are to support students interested in the culture,
business practices, and language of Korea while they increase their knowledge about South Korean society and its recent role as one of the major
industrialized nations in the world. Through the largest selection of elective
courses in English available in Korea, intensive Korean language study,
and a co-curricular program that combines site visits, the Cultural
Reimbursement Program, and an international excursion, students gain
considerable knowledge about Korean culture and its modern role in Asia.
• Intensive Korean language courses for all levels
(beginner to native speaker)
• Site visits to Korean organizations, the north/south border, and to
a national park
• International excursion to China or Japan
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Seoul, Korea
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Established in the spring of 2006, the CIEE Study Center at Yonsei University provides
students with a supportive environment in which to study at a top-ranked Korean university and experience life in Seoul. While its participants enroll in Yonsei University courses
alongside international students, CIEE resident staff organize a special orientation and a cocurricular program meant to provide a deeper understanding of Korea.
Students choose from a wide variety of courses taught in English in the areas of international business, management, economics, history, international relations, political science,
art, Asian studies, Korean studies, literature, religion, philosophy, anthropology, and
sociology. All students must enroll in at least one elective course directly related to Korea
such as “Modern Korean Society and Culture”, “Korean Business Ethics”, or “KoreanAmericans: Studies in Cultural Assimilation, Alienation, and Identity.” Students that exhibit
fluency in Korean may take a select number of courses alongside local Korean students.
Students also enroll in Korean Language classes at the beginning through advanced level.
Language courses are provided through the Korean Language Institute at Yonsei University.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Yonsei University is well known for its international environment. Students enroll in a fulltime academic program alongside other international students. All courses are taught by
Yonsei University faculty. Yonsei University uses a credit system, and the required CIEE
course load is 15 credits each semester. Students typically take three elective courses for
a total of nine credits and one intensive Korean language course for six credits.
The academic calendar runs from mid-August through mid-June and is divided into two
semesters. The fall semester (August–December) corresponds to the fall semester at U.S.
institutions and spring (February–June) to the spring semester. The program at Yonsei is
offered both semesters and consists of a one-week CIEE orientation and 15 weeks of classes. The academic year program consists of two consecutive semesters and follows the U.S.
academic calendar. Housing between semesters is included in the academic year fee.
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is based on exams, quizzes, and papers. Letter grades of: A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-,
C+, C, C-, D, and F) are typically given to students.
Complementing the classroom work are visits to Korean organizations, a trip to the DMZ,
and one trip to the south either to a national park or some other location of great natural
and cultural significance.
International Excursion to China or Japan
A critical component of this program is to provide students with an understanding of
Korea's modern role in Asia. To achieve this, CIEE participants will take a multi-day trip to
either China or Japan to provide students with a comparative perspective and to gain firsthand knowledge of the Korean Diaspora that exists in both of these countries.
As a means of encouraging students to enrich their study abroad experience in Seoul, CIEE
offers a Cultural Reimbursement Program, allowing students to be reimbursed for their
participation in local cultural activities. This may include Korean movie screenings, traditional Seoul music concerts and theater, and visits to local museums and historic places
of interest within Seoul.
International Buddy Program
Yonsei University organizes an International Buddy Program for the purpose of promoting
interaction between the international students and Korean Yonsei students. During the fall
and spring sessions, a mentor, a local Korean student volunteer, is matched to interested
international students who would like to exchange their experiences, culture, and general
perspective with a local Korean student on the Yonsei campus.
ORIENTATION
A one-week mandatory orientation in Seoul takes place prior to the beginning of courses.
The CIEE orientation introduces students to the country and the culture, provides practical
information about living in Korea, and prepares students for their upcoming international
experience. The orientation also includes a scavenger hunt in Seoul and a performance at
the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts. Additionally, the Division of
International Education and Exchange at Yonsei University provides an academic orientation
including a Korean language placement exam. Students also receive ongoing orientation on
aspects of Korean culture through the co-curricular program and individual appointments
with the Resident Director.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Yonsei University's International House is a modern facility that provides a comfortable
living environment for all international students on the Yonsei campus. Every room is
equipped with LAN connections for internet use, two twin beds, a desk, closet, and bookcase. The housing facility has shared refrigerators, lounge, and study areas, a recreation
area, a lecture and computer room, and laundry facilities (washing machines and
dryers). Laundry facilities are free of charge for unlimited laundry use. Meals are the
responsibility of the student and are not included in the program fee.
Global Lounge
The Global Lounge is multi-functional space that was created to foster international
dialogue between Yonsei and international students on campus. The Global Lounge offers
wireless internet services, study areas, seminar space for group discussions, workshops,
and lectures in a comfortable atmosphere. Satellite broadcasting systems offer international
news provided by various broadcasting companies including CNN, BBC, and NHK. As a hub
of cultural exchange, students will communicate in different languages including Korean,
but English will be the official language in the facility.
INTERNET
Students have free internet access via the LAN connection in their room. Students also
have access to the Internet in the Global Lounge and many other locations at Yonsei
University. Students are encouraged to bring personal laptops with a wireless connection.
COST
CIEE FEES
Fall 2006: available 12/15/05
Academic Year 2006–07: available 12/15/05
on-site program leadership and support, housing, orientation, site visits and cultural
activities, group excursion to China or Japan, pre-departure advising, and insurance.
ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL COSTS (Spring 2006)
Transportation (West Coast to Seoul round-trip)
Meals
Personal Expenses
Books and Supplies
$ 1,200
$ 1,500
$ 600
$ 300
$ 300
$ 3,900
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Seoul, Korea
courses/credit Total recommended credit for a semester is 15 semester/22.5 quarter hours and total recommended credit for the academic year is 30 semester /
45 quarter hours. All semester students are required take three electives courses one of which must relate specifically to Korea, and an intensive Korean language
course. Content course contact hours are 45 hours and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course. Korean language course contact hours
are 90 hours and recommended credit is 6 semester /9 quarter hours. Sample courses related to Korea are marked with an asterisk below.
faculty
All courses are taught by Yonsei University faculty.
course listing
Yonsei University Courses
Law
The Division of International Education and Exchange (DIEE) offers a large selection
of elective courses taught in English and intensive coursework in Korean language.
Students are advised to remain flexible in their course selection. The following is a sample
list of the courses available, and the semester in which each is offered. Courses with an
(*) satisfy CIEE's elective course requirement; each CIEE participant must enroll in at
least one course with a specific focus on Korea.
International Law (Fall/Spring)
Introduction to the Korean Law and Legal System (Fall/Spring)*
Art/Art History/Performing Arts
Philosophy
Comparative Study of Far Eastern Cinema Art (Fall)*
Comparative Study of the Far Eastern Dramas (Spring)*
Comparative Study of Korean Shijo Poems and Japanese Haiku Poems (Spring)*
Korean Aesthetics (Fall/Spring)*
Korean Traditional Furniture (Fall)*
Modern & Cotemporary Korean Art (Fall/Spring)*
Survey of Asian Art I (Fall), and II (Spring)
Comparative Eastern and Western Ethics (Fall)
Confucian Ethics in Modern Korean Society (Spring)*
Introduction to Korean Philosophy (Fall/Spring)*
Literature
Cultural Tradition of East Asia (Spring)
East Asian Literature & Society (Fall)
Political Science
Comparative Asian Economies (Fall)
East Asian Economic Development (Fall)
International Economics (Spring)
Korean Culture, Economy, and Industry (Spring)*
Korean Economy I (Fall)*; Korean Economy II (Spring)*
American Government and Politics (Fall/Spring)
Contemporary Japanese Politics (Fall/Spring)
Democracy and Economic Development in Korea (Spring)
East Asian Bureaucracy (Fall/Spring)
East Asian Political Economy (Fall/Spring)
European Union and Regional Integration (Fall)
Globalization and Democratization in East Asia (Spring)
Globalization and Theories of International Relations (Fall)
International Conflicts and Cooperation (Fall/Spring)
International Political Economy (Fall)
International Relation in East Asia (Spring)
Japanese Foreign Policy (Fall/Spring)
The Japanese Government in a Changing World (Fall/Spring)
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Khon Kaen, Thailand
development and globalization
fall/spring
LOCATION Thailand has been called the "Land of Enchantment, "Land of Smiles,"
and the "Jewel of the Orient." An almost entirely Buddhist country with rich
cultural traditions reaching back to the 13th century, Thailand lives up to all
these accolades and engages interested students in a complex set of contemporary social and political issues associated with development. Thai people
are known for their warmth, hospitality, and laid back approach to life, and
visitors cannot help sensing the charm of their gracious hosts.
Located in the center of the Northeast province of Isaan, Khon Kaen is
Thailand’s fourth largest city with a population of over 150,000. About 300
miles north of Bangkok, it is the educational and government center of the
Northeast as well as the headquarters for most development organizations
working in the region. Compared to other parts of Thailand, the Northeast has
retained many traditional Thai customs as well as Lao and Khmer influences.
HOST INSTITUTION Khon Kaen University (KKU), serving as the major educational institution in the Northeast, is located four kilometers north of the city
on 2,500 acres of partially wooded land. Since its founding in 1964, KKU has
grown to include 17 faculties which offer bachelor's, master's, and professional
degrees in fields such as health and medicine, social sciences, humanities,
education, agriculture, business, engineering, and the physical sciences.
Approximately 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students study at KKU
each year. There are approximately 1,500 full-time faculty members and an
additional 4,000 part-time faculty and staff.
Dr. David Streckfuss, Resident Director
David Streckfuss has been the Resident Director in Thailand since 1994 and received his Ph.D. in Southeast Asian History from the University of WisconsinMadison. He is particularly interested in economic, social, and cultural rights.
Adisak Kaewrakmuk, Program Assistant and Thai Instructor, has a degree in teaching from Chiang Mai Teacher’s College and had taken MA coursework in
Philosophy at Chang Mai University. He taught for three years in a Montessori school and is interested in alternative education and Thai music.
Arunee Chupkhunthod, Language Coordinator and Program Assistant, has a degree from Khon Kaen University in Library Science and is a current graduate
student of Development Administration at KKU. She enjoys making and teaching Thai art.
message to students
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” This saying, attributed to Benjamin Franklin (others claim it is an ancient
Chinese proverb), well captures our approach here. We believe that the best learning comes from involvement. You will be
confronted with the stories and the lives of other human beings who are suffering from structural injustices. You will eat with them and sometimes
stay with them. You will be asked, “What can you do?” Hence begins the learning as you find ways that you and your classmates try to work out
how to get involved.
This program believes in the power of one. But much more so, we believe in the power of humans coming together, learning trust
and how to be friends, and in their coming to understand their situation, how they can organize for a better future.
This is a program about Thailand. Come learn about Thailand’s history and its particular journey.
This program is about the common person of Thailand. How do things like “development” or “globalization” play themselves
out in the lives of the poor?
This program is about globalization. Who benefits from it and in what ways? Does the way you live take from others? What can
our role be as concerned and committed global citizens?
This program is about community, and about organizations, and about hope. What does or can "community" mean?
Why do some communities organize and begin to struggle for justice? What role do NGOs play in such a process?
And this program is about you. If you come, be ready and open to learning from those who have come before. Be ready to not
only engage Thai society, but also those with you on the program. And be ready to relate your experiences to those who will come after you.
By receiving, involving, and then passing on, the program’s work on issues of social justice strengthens and grows.
Come learn. Come share your experiences. Come get involved.
The Resident Director, appointed by CIEE, supervises and administers the program. The Resident Director also assists students with academic, administrative, and
day-to-day matters. The Program Assistants work with both students and staff on program framework, objectives, and methods.
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development and globalization Khon Kaen University fall/spring
Live and learn about globalization and grass roots development
in Khon Kaen, Thailand
Subject Areas
Anthropology
Asian Studies
Development and Planning
Economics
Environmental Studies
History and Geography
Internships
Political Science
Public Health
Religion
Thai Language
Sociology and Social Work
Women’s Studies
English, Thai
Recommended Credit
22.5 quarter hours
• Graduate students encouraged
to apply
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $9,800
Housing
• Off-campus rental units with
Duration
fall: 17 weeks:
Thai roommates
spring: 17 weeks:
mid-January – mid-May
educational goals
• Learn about a broad range of issues—effects of dams, urban slums,
people living with HIV/AIDS, organic farming, pollution, social movements,
human rights, NGOs—primarily from a grassroots perspective within
the social and political context of a developing country
The goals of this program are to help students understand the complexities
concerning environmental, development, and globalization issues and the
role that they can play as concerned global citizens. By listening and
learning from various sectors of society, students have a chance to know
the human dimension of policies pursued by multinational corporations
and international financial institutions. Students are also challenged to
find ways of working as a group with other program participants and with
Thai students. In addition, students gain a greater awareness of how
literature and religion can serve as vehicles for bringing greater social
justice. Language courses are specially designed to narrow the gap
between students and the Thais they come to know on the program.
• Learn how to be and work with others: the student group, Thai students,
villagers, and NGOs; learn your role in the world
• Evaluate and assess development projects through a combination of
classroom, group process, and community stays
• Learn about globalization from both an academic and a community
level and its overall effects on a developing nation
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development and globalization Khon Kaen, Thailand
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Based at Khon Kaen University since 1991, the program’s focus on development was
established in 1994, and the focus on globalization was implemented in 2002. Past
participants come from a variety of academic disciplines including development, environmental studies, anthropology, sociology, or economic development and may have an
interest in becoming development volunteers in such organizations as the Peace Corps.
Fall Semester
The fall semester program aims to expose participants to a broad range of development
and environmental issues by providing a unique opportunity to meet with the local community in its own environment. Participants study problems and solutions with people
directly involved, such as grassroots political leaders on the community level and broad
based people’s coalitions, representatives from non-governmental and governmental
organizations, farmer’s groups and cooperatives, socially engaged monks, scholars and
social critics, authors and journalists, political advocates and human rights activists,
and people living with HIV/AIDS. Participants realize that Thailand’s problems have a global
impact and correspondingly, everyone may have responsibility for resolving them.
In addition to a required Thai language course, students take the core course, The Human
Perspective on Development and the Environment, that brings them into direct contact
with people who are directly engaged in socio-political movements in Thailand. Visits are
made to development projects, and students are asked to assess the effectiveness of
small-scale environmental and development projects as well as develop project proposals
for implementation.
As a supplement to classroom language instruction, program participants are paired with
tutors for about one hour per week; but more hours are available if needed.
Students must also take one elective course. In most cases, students take Thai Politics
and Society through Literature or Buddhism and Thai Society. However, students wishing
to study more of the language may take a Thai language elective. In special cases, students
may arrange a Directed Independent Study, but most independent projects can be accommodated within the framework of the core course. Students that are already proficient in
Thai may consider an internship option, but must receive prior consent from the Resident
Director. All of these courses are taught in English except for the advanced language course.
Spring Semester
Spring semester courses, though similar to fall semester courses, focus on globalization
and its impact on local communities. During the spring semester, students take a
core sequence of three courses: Introduction to Globalization: Theories and Debates,
Globalization and Development: The Case of Thailand, and Comparative Local Communities
in Globalization. Students complete a series of clusters such as “Food, the Farmer, and You,”
“Energy, Dams, and the World Bank,” or “Environment, Industry, and Community Rights”
which all include community stays, ranging from two to five days. The combined study
of globalization on a macro-level and communities on a micro-level, helps students better
understand major global trends and their impact on local communities, culture, and life.
In addition to the core courses students take two language courses at the appropriate level
for a total of 90 hours of language training. Typically, most students take the Beginning
Thai I course for their first 45 hours of language training and Beginning Thai II for their
second 45 hours.
The program seeks to bring students into authentic exchange with villagers, NGOs, and
others working for social change at the grass roots level. Students can expect to spend
substantial amounts of time traveling and staying in communities. Students also have
a chance to meet and interact with members of the U.S. student-based group ENGAGE
(Educational Exchange for Global and Grassroots Exchange). Past activities have included
interviews with women from a women’s weaving cooperative, conducting oral history
research in a traditional fishing village, and various site visits that examine methods and
outcomes of sustainable agriculture and development in a local community.
ORIENTATION
Students initially meet in Bangkok and then travel to a mountain resort for five days
of orientation and language classes. The mandatory orientation continues at Khon Kaen
University, with an overnight site visit. The orientation introduces students to the country,
the culture, and the academic program, and provides practical information about living
in Khon Kaen. Orientation is maintained on an individual and group basis throughout
the program.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is included in the program fee. Students live in off-campus rental units with a
Thai roommate. Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of
the student. Students should budget extra money accordingly. Students can take meals
at the university cafeteria or local restaurants.
INTERNET
Students have access to e-mail at inexpensive local Internet cafes and are encouraged
to bring personal laptops with a wireless connection.
COST
after August 15, 2005. Fees for fall 2006 will be available after December 15, 2005. The
actual cost of the programs may vary slightly for students from different institutions.
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $9,800
program leadership and support, housing, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions,
field trips, pre-departure advising, insurance, visa fees, and transportation from Bangkok
to Khon Kaen.
Transportation (round-trip based on New York departure)
Personal Expenses
Meals
$ 1,600
$ 930
$ 600
$
70
$ 3,200
ACADEMIC CULTURE
All of the courses are for CIEE students only and contain extensive experiential components. The required core courses combine classroom-based academics with extensive
practical field experience. Faculty from the University prepares students in the classroom,
while practitioners from local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) provide guidance
during the visits to various development projects. Given the number of projects and
visits required for this course, students should expect an intense, yet rewarding
seventeen weeks.
ASSESSMENT
In the CIEE courses, students are normally graded on the basis of a series of short papers,
active participation, a three-week-long project, and a final paper. In the language courses,
assessment is based on daily homework, quizzes, and exams. Letter grades (A, B, C, D,
and F) are given with pluses or minuses.
The program also has an ongoing evaluation process during the course of the program.
Every two to three weeks, everyone involved in the program—students, staff, and
interns—take a day to reflect on the overall process during a review. It is a time
for students to give feedback on various aspects of the program as well as a space
for students to work out any issues within the group.
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Khon Kaen, Thailand development and globalization
courses/credit
Total recommended credit for the semester is 15 semester/22.5 quarter hours. Language courses have 45 contact hours and recommended
credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course, unless otherwise indicated. The program’s language instruction utilizes a proficiency-based approach designed
to enable students to function effectively in everyday communicative situations. Courses at all levels combine intensive classroom learning with the use of peer
tutors and interactive exercises. Classes are offered at beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels.
During the fall semester, students must take one Thai language course (Beginning Thai I, Intermediate Thai I, or Advanced Topics in Thai Language I) and the
two required courses. The contact hours for The Human Perspective on Development and the Environment is 115 and recommended credit is 6 semester/
9 quarter hours. The required Directed Research/Field Study Practicum that follows the Human Perspective course has 96 contact hours and recommended
credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours. Students must also choose one of five elective courses. Contact hours for the elective courses are 45 hours and,
recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course, unless otherwise indicated. Only in rare instances, with prior approval from the Resident
Director, are students allowed to take more than one elective.
During the spring semester, all students must take the five required courses—three relating to globalization and two language courses. Each course has 45
contact hours and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
Both semester programs place the educational process squarely in the hands of the students as a group. Students gain skills facilitating participation and group
dynamics, generating proposals, and organizing special projects.
faculty
Courses are taught by the faculty and researchers of Khon Kaen University’s Research Development Institute (RDI), the Faculties of Humanities and
Social Sciences, and the NGO Coordinating Committee on Development (NGO-CORD), representatives of nongovernmental or governmental organizations, and the
Resident Director.
course listing
Fall Required Courses
Language Coordinator: Supapim Jongrak, Library and Information Science, Faculty of
Humanities and Social Sciences, Khon Kaen University
ECOL 3001 TKKU
The Human Perspective on Development and the Environment
Students learn about development and environmental issues through a combination of
classroom discussion and practical, hands-on experience. Theoretical issues covered in
the classroom become concrete as students examine the social and political implications
of how deforestation, irrigation, dam construction, industrial pollution, and agricultural
practices impact the lives of Thai villagers.
THAI 1001 TKKU
Beginning Thai I
This course introduces students to the basics of the Thai language through classes focusing
on conversation, reading, and writing. Within the context of everyday life experiences,
students practice dialogues, learn to read and write simple phrases and essays, and
engage in interactive homework assignments. When possible, teachers will also use local
communities as the medium for language practice.
THAI 1002 TKKU
Beginning Thai II
This course, a continuation of Beginning Thai I, introduces students to the basics of the
Thai language through classes focusing on conversation, reading, and writing. Within the
context of everyday life experiences, students practice dialogues, learn to read and write
simple phrases and essays, and engage in interactive homework assignments. When
possible, teachers will also use local communities as the medium for language practice.
THAI 2001 TKKU
Intermediate Thai I
This course is designed to reinforce and strengthen students’ knowledge of the Thai
language. The focus is on enhancing students‘ vocabulary and grammatical knowledge to
increase their communicative competence in speaking, reading, and writing Thai. Course
materials are taken from popular and current literature sources, and assignments center
on life in the local Khon Kaen context.
THAI 2002 TKKU
Intermediate Thai II
This course, a continuation of Intermediate Thai I, is designed to reinforce and strengthen
students’ knowledge of the Thai language. The focus is on enhancing students’ vocabulary
and grammatical knowledge to increase their communicative competence in speaking,
reading, and writing Thai. Course materials are taken from popular and current literature
sources, and assignments center on life in the local Khon Kaen context.
THAI 3001 TKKU
Advanced Topics in Thai Language I
This course is offered for students who can demonstrate a diverse use of vocabulary, a
solid understanding of grammar patterns, and clear pronunciation. Course materials are
drawn from various works of literature that focus on increasing the students’ specialized
vocabulary and translating Thai literature.
THAI 3002 TKKU
Advanced Topics in Thai Language II
This course, a continuation of Advanced Topics in Thai Language I, is offered for students
who can demonstrate a diverse use of vocabulary, a solid understanding of grammar
patterns, and clear pronunciation. Course materials are drawn from various works of
literature that focus on increasing the students’ specialized vocabulary and translating
Thai literature.
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Through special guest speakers and field trips to affected sites, students speak with
governmental representatives, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and village community organizers to understand the complicated and multifaceted problems concerning
development, the environment, and village communities. In addition, students gain
experience by jointly surveying a community’s needs, seeking ways to ensure community
participation, and designing, implementing, and critically assessing a development project.
There are four components to the core course:
1. Classroom instruction: This is intended to provide students with a broad outline
of issues concerning the environment and development as well as the finer details
of particular case studies.
2. Briefings: A group of student facilitators provides background information on the
upcoming project visit including the issues that the community is currently facing.
Students are expected to review the briefing materials and develop a list of issues
they plan to investigate during the visit.
3. Project visits: Students visit a variety of community-based projects and speak to
as many people involved with the issues at hand as possible including government
officials, village organization leaders, NGO workers, and the villagers themselves.
4. Workshops: After the project visits, the student facilitators meet to process as well
as share their experiences and, as a group, determine the key issues. Each student
is expected to write a series of medium-sized papers for each visit.
Issues examined have included: HIV/AIDS, village community empowerment, small-scale
economic assistance, women`s issues, slums, religion and social activism, integrated
and natural farming practices, deforestation and community forestry, national resource
management, environmental pollution, community health, NGOs, ethnic upland minorities,
children and development, and village industry.
This course runs from late August to mid or late October. Contact hours: 115.
Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
development and globalization Khon Kaen, Thailand
ECOL 3003 TKKU
Directed Research/Field Study Practicum
This course supplements and runs in conjunction with the course, The Human Perspective
on Development and the Environment. After a series of lectures on research methods,
students will go out into communities for a three to five day stay. They return to a workshop to discuss methodological and other problems encountered. Then students, in close
consultation with staff, will design, either as individuals or small groups, an action research
or a more conventional research plan based either in communities or with organizations
previously visited.
After working out an action plan with staff, students then set out for three to four weeks
of research, meeting at least three times with staff and other students to discuss
progress and problems. Towards the end of the program, each student or team must
make a presentation and write a 20–25-page paper or something of equivalent weight
which might include website creation, campaigns on various issues, etc.
This course runs from mid to late October to late November or early December. Contact
hours: 96. Recommended Credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours. Coordinators: Patcharin
Lapanun (RDI), Rattana Boonmathya (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, KKU)
Decha Premrudeelert (NGO-CORD), and David Streckfuss (Resident Director)
Fall Elective Courses
INDE 3001 TKKU
The independent study consists of readings and research on selected topics of relevance
to the student’s background and interests, culminating in a written paper. Participants
meet regularly under the direction or coordination of the Resident Director. This course
must be approved by the Resident Director and the home institution advisor before arrival
in Thailand.
INSH 3001 TKKU
Environmental or Development Organization Internship
Students proficient in the Thai language choose a governmental or nongovernmental
organization to work with for the semester. Issues that these organizations are involved
in might include: a women’s weaving cooperative, HIV/AIDS, community health, village
rights, development projects, and child and mother nutrition programs. A student with
no Thai language background is not guaranteed an internship. A contract describing the
internship, its goals, the responsibilities of the student, and the working hours is signed
by the student, internship provider, and the Resident Director. Students record their
experiences in a journal, which is evaluated weekly during the internship seminar, and
complete a 10-page paper for their final. Evaluation is made by the internship supervisor
and the Resident Director. Pre-approval must be obtained for participation from the
Resident Director and the home institution advisor. Contact hours: 90. Recommended
credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours.
LITT 3001 TKKU
Thai Politics and Society through Literature
This course provides students with a unique opportunity to study modern Thai social and
political history as well as the literature of each period. The course work concentrates on
the major political, social, and literary changes that occurred after 1960, and particularly
those that happened during the political ferment of the 1970s.
The first half of the course acquaints students with the major trends in modern Thai literature, particularly with works dealing with rural conditions and development. Major works
from each period as well as the impact of "print capitalism" on pre-modern societies,
constructions of identity, and intellectual trends are examined. During the last half of
the class, Thai writers, literary critics, and journalists are invited to lecture about their
varied relationships to the printed word and to field students’ questions about their work
and lives. Past speakers have included Sulak Sivaraksa, the noted Buddhist scholar and
Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, and Khamsing Srinawk, the "master of the Thai short story."
Students are offered two tracks within the literature course to better match their personal
interests: a literature track and a journalism track. Students in both tracks are required to
attend all classes and workshops. There may be some activities specific to only one of
the groups. The two tracks differ in some of their assignments but may overlap on certain
assignments examining a particular issue. For the Literature track, students must write at
least one fictional short story. For the Journalism track, students must work on at least
one feature article or human rights report in addition to contributing to the CIEE Study
Center newspaper "Perspectives."
RELI 3001 TKKU
Buddhism and Thai Society
This course examines the role of Buddhism as a force of social change in contemporary
Thai society. Through a combination of classroom lectures and site excursions, students
learn about the basic tenets of Theravada Buddhism and how they are being applied
towards current social problems in Thailand such as the degradation of the environment, HIV/AIDS, the breakdown of local communities, and consumerism. The course
also examines the effects of market and capitalism on Buddhist ethics and a move
back toward Buddhist communalism.
Excursions include a visit to Bangkok to meet with some of the country’s leading monks,
religious scholars, and social activists. Topics covered include women in Buddhism,
Buddhist philosophy in practice, and Buddhism and social engagement. Students
are expected, though not required, to participate in a meditation retreat at a temple
specializing in receiving foreign guests.
THAI 1002 TKKU, Beginning Thai II
THAI 2002 TKKU, Intermediate Thai II
THAI 3002 TKKU, Advanced Topics in Thai Language II
These Thai language courses reinforce language fluency and literature skills learned in
the required Thai course by providing an additional 45 hours of language training at the
appropriate level. Note: Availability may depend on enrollment.
Spring Required Courses
AREA 3002 TKKU
Introduction to Globalization: Theories and Debates
This survey course explores the growing academic and popular literature on globalization.
The course investigates the origins and history, the development, and the various economic,
political, and social forces behind the growth of globalization. The course also looks
at how different groups, institutions, and nations respond to globalization. By the end
of the course, students are expected to answer competently: What does the term
globalization mean? What are its historic roots? How is globalization related to development? What is the role of international financial institutions such as the World Bank,
transnational corporations, consumerism, and free markets in the age of globalization?
How is poverty affected by globalization? What is the role of NGOs and human rights
organizations under globalization?
AREA 3004 TKKU
Globalization and Development: The Case of Thailand
Students are expected to apply what they have learned from the prerequisite Introduction
to Globalization course to The Case of Thailand. Course material helps students see how
various global trends play themselves out in Thailand, first on a national level, and then
within various local communities. Lectures familiarize students with the academic literature on specific topics such as the role of the World Bank in Thailand and globalization’s
effects on gender. Students also have the opportunity to receive more lectures on topics
in the prerequisite course, or to determine completely new topics that have come to their
attention. In addition, students have a chance to apply theory to specific instances of
individuals and groups in local communities who, in various ways, are responding to the
challenges of globalization.
AREA 3006 TKKU
Comparative Local Communities in Globalization
In this final of three consecutive courses, students are expected to draw upon what they
have learned from the prerequisite courses about the general theoretical debates on
globalization, and the more specific case study of Thailand, and find academically sound
and creative ways of understanding the impact of globalization on local communities.
Students, in both lecture and community stays, have an opportunity to see how broader
theories concerning globalization are expressed in the context of communities and
individual human lives in Thailand. Course material helps students see how various global
trends play themselves out in Thailand, first on a national level, and then within various
local communities. Lectures familiarize students with the academic literature on specific
topics such as the role of the World Bank in Thailand and globalization’s effects on gender.
Toward the end of the course, students will be expected, not only to understand the
effects of globalization, but also prepare a response to the phenomenon. In addition,
students have a chance to apply theory to specific instances of individuals and groups in
local community, which, in various ways, are responding to the challenges of globalization.
above are available upon request. A description of the CIEE course numbering system is available at www.ciee.org.
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Hanoi, Vietnam
Vietnam National University
LOCATION Americans today still tend to think of Vietnam as the site of a
protracted and costly Cold War military conflict. Yet Vietnam today is concerned
much less with the wars of the past than with joining the ranks of Thailand and
South Korea as an economically powerful, technologically advanced, modern
Asian nation. Vietnam brims with optimism and ambition, and with one of the
fastest-growing economies in the world, social change seemingly takes places
before one’s eyes. Vietnam’s southwestern neighbor, Cambodia, is the site of
an extended spring semester study trip. Poorer and smaller, Cambodia still
struggles to overcome the physical and psychological damage of war. Its
rampant corruption and heavy economic reliance on foreign tourism make it
a great case study in development economics and post-war statebuilding.
Globalization and market economies aside, Cambodia and Vietnam are
steeped in thousands of years of rich cultural heritage that their citizens are
determined to maintain amid the modernization process. Thus beside internet
cafés and five-star hotels, one still finds active patronage of thousand yearold pagodas and the preservation of ancient dance and music traditions.
HOST INSTITUTION The Vietnam National University formally traces its roots
back to the eleventh century, when the Ly Dynasty (1010–1224) established
the first royal college for the study of Buddhist and Taoist philosophy. The
modern VNU was founded as Hanoi University in 1907, during the French
colonial occupation of the country. The VNU is divided into three colleges,
six departments, and a number of research institutes. The CIEE Study Center
is located within the VNU’s College of Social Sciences and Humanities, which
includes the departments of Vietnamese language, history, literature, journalism,
philosophy, law, and sociology. The College of Social Sciences and Humanities
has an enrollment of over 20,000 undergraduate students and around five
hundred graduate students.
Brian Ostrowski, Resident Director
The Resident Director is Brian Ostrowski, a Ph.D. candidate in History at Cornell University. Brian studies the history of Southeast Asia, specializing in Vietnamese
history of the sixteenth to eighteenth centuries.
Brian is a 1994 alumnus of the CIEE Study Center in Hanoi, which he attended while pursuing a B.A. degree in Asian Studies at Claremont McKenna College.
His experience as a CIEE program participant led to his invitation in 1995 to join the Hanoi-based Centre for Cooperation on Vietnamese Studies and to a lifelong
interest in the history of Vietnam and the Indochina region. Brian is a strong proponent of academic, governmental, charitable, and corporate engagement of
Vietnam and enthusiastically supports students’ interests in understanding Vietnam and taking part in its future.
message to students
As a participant in the CIEE Study Center at Vietnam National University in Hanoi, you will be thrust into a society and a way of life
that is probably radically different from that with which you are familiar. But through the comprehensive CIEE program in classroom
instruction, travel, and community involvement, you will progressively become less of an outsider and more a member
of the community—a participant alongside the Vietnamese in their ongoing creation of a post-socialist path.
The courage to place yourself in an environment like Hanoi for a semester or a year stands to pay large dividends for your college or
graduate school education, as well as for your career. You will come to understand local perspectives on such issues as
human rights, globalization, religious freedom, and democracy, having witnessed personally the playing out of these
issues in a state that is politically authoritarian and yet, paradoxically, often socially liberating.
To be sure, the CIEE Study Center at Vietnam National University calls on you to work hard, sacrifice some creature comforts, adjust to
a new diet, and undergo both small and large lifestyle changes. However, the satisfaction of living, learning, and working
in a country undergoing rapid and profound changes is bound to make the sacrifices worthwhile.
If you are joining us for our spring program including Cambodia, you will experience a peaceful and hopeful, yet psychologically and
economically devastated country whose recent history holds many important lessons for the modern world. As the site of a massive
genocide in the 1970s and a subsequent international state-building effort in the 1990s, Cambodia hints at some of the promises
and challenges for small and frequently unstable, yet proud and determined countries around the globe.
pg/48
Vietnam National University fall/spring/academic year
Come and see why backpackers and businessmen
from around the world are flocking to Hanoi
Subject Areas
Anthropology
Cultural Studies
Economics
Gender Studies
History
Independent Study
Vietnamese Language
English, Vietnamese
Recommended Credit
semester: 15–16 semester/
22.5–24 quarter hours
Housing
• Dormitory for foreign students
CIEE Fees
fall 2005: $8,700
Duration
fall: 17 weeks:
spring: 17 weeks:
after Lunar New Year – early June
mid-August – early June
educational goals
• In-depth course-related excursions to central and southern Vietnam
The goals of the program are to increase knowledge of Vietnam from both
humanities and social science perspectives, to apply classroom knowledge
in interacting with the local community, and to use intensive language
instruction to promote cultural immersion and assist academic study. An
additional goal, specific to the spring program, is to achieve understanding
of Indochina (modern Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam) as a region.
• Up-close look at pressing international issues such as genocide,
globalization, and state-building
• One-on-one language tutorials
• Extensive exposure to Cambodia in the spring semester
pg/49
Hanoi, Vietnam
ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Established in 1991, the CIEE Study Center at Vietnam National University in Hanoi offers
students the opportunity to gain meaningful insight into Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos
through studies in language, history, culture, society, and the arts. All the courses
offered provide a deeper understanding of the region while encouraging interaction
with local scholars, students, and citizens.
While there is no language prerequisite, students are required to take a course in
Vietnamese language, which is offered at all levels. Students are also required to take
at least three area studies courses taught in English, integrating a research project
that explores an individual interest in one of them. Area studies courses include a variety
of full-day and weekend field trips that are taken in addition to longer excursions. The
fall program includes excursions to both southern and central Vietnam, while the spring
program includes an extended period of study in Cambodia. With the exception of
language classes, all courses are taught in English, using interpreters when necessary.
ACADEMIC CULTURE
Students attend classes Monday through Friday. Language classes are mandatory and
a key component of the curriculum, consisting of extensive classroom instruction
and supplemental tutorial sessions. Area studies courses meet once or twice weekly.
Each course requires approximately six to eight hours of reading and other preparation
per week. Class sessions normally consist of lectures, discussion of readings, field
trips, field reports, and presentations. Some fall courses may meet jointly with students
from the University of California Education Abroad Program. Additionally, some courses
taught in English may be offered at the Hanoi National Economics University in conjunction
with the Institute of Social Studies of the Hague (Netherlands).
Particularly in courses taught by local instructors, students have the opportunity to
experience and adapt to a teaching style potentially different from that to which they
are accustomed in the United States. Local instructors generally expect students to be
highly motivated learners who carefully complete required readings and come to class
with insightful questions. While the Vietnamese educational system places significant
demands on students for preparation and self-discipline, instructors are known as
kindhearted experts in their fields who are enthusiastic to share their knowledge and
experience with students.
ASSESSMENT
In the CIEE courses, students are graded on the basis of attendance, quizzes, exams,
presentations, and a final paper. In the language courses, assessment is based on a
mid-term and final exam, quizzes, homework, and participation. In the non-language
courses, final examinations or term papers count up to 50%. Letter grades of A, B, C, D
to F are given with pluses or minuses.
The academic program includes local day trips as well as longer excursions to places
of historic and cultural interest in Vietnam and, in the spring semester, locations in
Cambodia and possibly Laos as well. In previous years, trips have been made to northern
mountainous areas (Sapa and Dien Bien Phu), central Vietnam (Da Nang, Hoi An,
and Hue), the central highlands (Buon Ma Thuot), and southern Vietnam (Nha Trang,
Da Lat, Ho Chi Minh City, and the Mekong Delta).
The spring Cambodia trip includes visits and guided lectures at Angkor Wat, the “Killing
Fields” of Choeung Ek, the Khmer Rouge’s notorious S-21 prison, the National Museum,
and the Royal Palace. The Resident Director or a local professor lead all field trips.
Work Opportunities and Community Involvement
CIEE may be able to arrange for students with basic knowledge of the Vietnamese language
to work with a nongovernmental organization or corporate interest on a volunteer basis.
Since internships and volunteer opportunities can take time to arrange, interested
students should notify CIEE of the kind of opportunity they wish to pursue at least two
months prior to departure.
pg/50
As a means of encouraging students to enrich their study abroad experience in Hanoi,
CIEE offers a Cultural Reimbursement Program, allowing students to be reimbursed
for their participation in local cultural activities such as movies, theater performances,
traditional music concerts, and visits to local museums and historic places of interest.
ORIENTATION
A mandatory three-day orientation session, conducted by the Resident Director in Hanoi
at the beginning of the program, introduces students to the country, the culture, and the
academic program and provides practical information about living in Vietnam. Students
are introduced to local eating establishments, sundry items shops, pharmacies, and laundry
facilities. Students also receive ongoing orientation on various topics in Vietnamese
and Southeast Asian culture through the courses and individual appointments with the
Resident Director.
HOUSING AND MEALS
Housing is included in the program fee. Students live in a dormitory reserved for foreign
students. Most rooms have a telephone, private bathroom, air conditioner, and refrigerator.
Meals are not included in the program fee and are the responsibility of the student.
Students should budget extra money accordingly. Meals may be taken at any of a number
of nearby and affordable establishments serving the local student community. Students
will be given a small monthly stipend to host lunch meals with their respective language
tutors and local members of the CIEE-VNU Friendship Society, an organization which
brings Vietnamese university students together with international students. Academicyear students are advised that CIEE will provide housing during the winter break if they
choose to stay in Hanoi. Those planning to spend a significant amount of time during the
winter break away from Hanoi may be asked to check out of the dormitory and store their
belongings with CIEE during their absence.
INTERNET
Internet access is available at the CIEE computer lab and at local Internet cafés.
Students are encouraged to bring a personal laptop with a wireless connection.
COST
CIEE FEES
Fall 2005: $8,700
Academic Year 2005–06: $16,250
The CIEE fees for 2005–06 include an optional on-site airport meet and greet, tuition,
full-time program leadership and support, housing, orientation, cultural activities such
as theater, concerts and museums, local excursions, fieldtrips to Cambodia and central
and Southern Vietnam, pre-departure advising, and insurance.
Transportation (based on West Coast departure)
Personal Expenses
Meals
Books and Supplies
$ 1,100
$
900
$
850
$
40
$
100
$ 2,990
Hanoi, Vietnam
courses/credit
Total recommended credit for the semester is 15–16 semester/22.5–24 quarter hours, and total recommended credit for the academic year
is 30–32 semester/45–48 quarter hours. Content course contact hours are 45 and recommended credit is 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours per course, unless
otherwise indicated.
Language classes, offered at beginning through advanced levels, are arranged by the Vietnamese Language Department of Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
Students are placed in appropriate language classes based on a proficiency examination given in Hanoi at the beginning of the program. Beginning level students
are usually grouped into a class of 5–6 program participants. As a supplement to all classroom language instruction, program participants are required to meet
with tutors who provide them with extra conversational practice in Vietnamese, clarification of classroom material, and help with homework assignments.
Language classroom contact hours are 120 hours, in addition to 30 hours of mandatory tutorial sessions.
Each semester students take Vietnamese language, in addition to three area studies courses taught in English. Fall area studies courses explore Vietnam from
a variety of social sciences and humanities perspective (anthropology, history, international relations, sociology, etc.), while spring area studies courses take a
comparative view of the countries of the Indochinese peninsula (Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam). If there is sufficient interest, students may take an elective course
in Vietnamese studio art.
faculty
All Vietnamese language courses are taught by teaching professionals from Vietnam National University. Courses in other disciplines will be taught
by the Resident Director and other faculty from Vietnam National University, and/or local university professors, local scholars, and other faculty from countries
outside of Vietnam such as the U.S. and Canada.
course listing
Fall Area Studies Courses
VIET 1001 VHAN
Beginning Level Vietnamese 1
This course emphasizes practical oral and written Vietnamese language through dialogues,
listening comprehension exercises, sentence pattern drills, and grammar exercises. The
course gives the student basic language skills for everyday living, including carrying on
simple conversations, getting directions, and shopping. Local excursions and field trips
reinforce language exercises. Contact Hours: 120. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9
quarter hours.
ANTH 3001 VHAN
Ethnic Minorities, the Kinh, and the State
Through lectures, readings, discussions, museum exhibits, films and guest lectures,
students learn how the ethnic minorities came to be included in the boundaries of the
Vietnamese state and how its minority policies have been created and manipulated as
a tool to deal with the minority population.
VIET 1002 VHAN
Beginning Vietnamese 2
Continuing instruction in beginning Vietnamese for academic-year students.
VIET 2001 VHAN
Intermediate Vietnamese 1
Designed for students who already have basic Vietnamese language skills but are not
yet able to read, comprehend, or converse fluently. This course brings the student to a
higher level of fluency in comprehension, speaking, and reading non-specialized materials.
Class work consists of readings, listening comprehension exercises, and guided conversations. Contact Hours: 120. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
VIET 2002 VHAN
Intermediate Vietnamese 2
Continuing instruction in intermediate Vietnamese for academic-year students.
VIET 3001 VHAN
Advanced Vietnamese 1
Students who are native or fluent speakers of Vietnamese receive advanced Vietnamese
language instruction. Contact Hours: 120. Recommended credit: 6 semester/9 quarter hours.
HIST 3000 VHAN
Vietnamese History
This course deals with selected issues in the political, social and intellectual history
of modern Vietnam from the 1800s to the present. In addition to the required readings,
the course will be accompanied by an optional film series. Students will also visit a
range of sites of historical interest in northern, central, and southern Vietnam.
Instructor: Brian Ostrowski
INRE 3001 VHAN/SEAS 3003 VHAN
Current Topics in Vietnam’s International Relations
This course discusses the chief foreign policy issues facing Vietnam today. Integration
into the world economy, regional security, and international aid are treated in detail.
Particular attention is given to diplomatic and economic relations between Vietnam and
the United States.
SEAS 3002 VHAN
Contemporary Vietnamese Society
This course provides students with basic knowledge of Vietnamese culture, government,
and society. The course deals with some “classical themes” in anthropology and political
science, but attention is predominantly directed to theoretically controversial issues and
conceptualization. Short field-study trips make these “theoretical studies” fresh and living.
Instructor: Gerard Sasges
VIET 3002 VHAN
Advanced Vietnamese 2
Continuing instruction in advanced Vietnamese for academic-year students.
pg/51
Hanoi, Vietnam
(courses continued from page 51)
Spring Area Studies Courses
ANTH 3003 VHAN
Ethnicity and Local Traditions in Indochina
This course approaches the cultures of the Indochinese peninsula from anthropological
and ethnological perspectives. Commonalities and differences in the cultures of Viet,
Khmer, Lao, and ethnic minority peoples of the peninsula are explored in detail. Themes
include the family and notion of the individual, the life cycle, and the relationship between
humans and the environment.
ECON 3003 VHAN
Economic Development in the Countries of Indochina Today
This course discusses the primary current development challenges faced in the countries
of former French Indochina. Employing a comparative perspective, the course analyzes
such issues as urbanization, industrialization, the development of credit institutions,
population, and provision of healthcare. This course, which is taught in English, is held at
the nearby Hanoi National Economics University and is also attended by local students.
Elective Courses
STAR 3001 VHAN
Studio Art
Practical studio art instruction from a Vietnamese perspective is offered in such areas as
lacquer painting, silk painting, and printmaking.
INDE 3001 VHAN
INDE 3002 VHAN
INDE 3003 VHAN
Students who make the necessary arrangements may undertake an independent study.
Please contact CIEE or reference the website for additional information about this option.
The student will also be responsible for all extra costs related to course as determined by
the Resident Director. Contact hours: 15–45. Recommended credit: 1–3 semester/1.5–4.5
quarter hours.
GEND 3002 VHAN
Gender and Society in the Countries of Indochina Today
This course presents an overview of the modern societies of Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam,
with an emphasis on contemporary gender issues. Particular attention is given to the
relationship between traditional values and modernity, issues introduced by the transition
from agricultural to industrialized economies, and changing family structures.
HIST 3005 VHAN
History of Indochina
This course traces the histories of Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam from the Bronze Age
through the conclusion of the Third Indochina War. Particular attention is given to the
development of cultural and religious traditions, notions of political legitimacy, cultural
borrowing in the region, and patterns of collaboration and conflict.
pg/52
Hanoi, Vietnam
The first couple of days have just flown by in Hanoi. My first shock of Hanoi is seeing the thousands of mopeds on the road. It’s
like a never ending video game of dodging mopeds. People over here sometimes stare at the CIEE group as a tourist
attraction but they are impressed by my Vietnamese skills. Overall, I'm having a good time but I am still getting used to the living
conditions of the city.
This past weekend I went to Tam Coc on a two person boat ride through the caves used to repair weapons during the
Vietnam War. It was paddled by a 60 year old man and his daughter. It was an amazing view and one of the most beautiful places I've
seen in my life! I also went to a village where they make vases and pottery and bought a vase from the guy who designed one for
President Clinton when he was in Vietnam. We have a trip to Hue this week, and this weekend our group is headed to Mai Chau,
a Thai village southwest of Hanoi. The adventures just keep on coming...
This has been the definite highlight of my college experience and the journey in Vietnam has just begun!
— Hai Do, University of Oregon
www.ciee.org
1.800.40.STUDY
studyinfo@ciee.org
pg/53
CIEE academic
consortium members
The members of the CIEE Academic Consortium (AC) include U.S. colleges and universities and a small number of nonU.S. institutions. The Consortium serves as the vehicle through which member institutions provide accreditation to CIEE
Study Center programs, and thus the Consortium plays an important role in evaluation of academic quality and in discussion
of academic issues related to the programs. The Consortium has a governing board, the Academic Consortium Board
(ACB), that overseas all CIEE Study Centers. A contact list for the ACB is on the CIEE website at www.ciee.org.
PROGRAM EVALUATION AND REVIEW A committee of the Academic Consortium Board is charged with Program Review, to
provide members of the Academic Consortium with the assurance that the programs are of high quality, and in particular
of high academic quality. An extensive evaluation of several programs occurs each year. In addition, the Academic
Consortium Board reviews each program every year. The evaluation and review reports can be found on the CIEE website
at www.ciee.org.
Adelphi University
Claremont McKenna College
Grand Valley State University
Agnes Scott College
Clark Atlanta University
Greensboro College
Albion College
Clark University
Grinnell College
Alfred University
College of Notre Dame of Maryland
Guilford College
Alma College
College of St. Catherine
Gustavus Adolphus College
American Graduate School of
International Management
College of Wooster
Hamline University
Colorado State University
Harvard University
Columbia University
Hobart and William Smith College
Cornell University
Hood College
Dartmouth College
Hope College
DePauw University
Howard University
Doane College
Idaho State University
Drake University
Illinois Wesleyan University
Drexel University
Indiana University
Eastern Washington University
International Christian University
Emory University
James Madison University
Endicott College
Johns Hopkins University
Fairfield University
Kalamazoo College
Florida A&M University
Kenyon College
Fordham University
Lehigh University
George Washington University
Lewis & Clark College
Georgetown University
Macalester College
Georgia State University
Marist College
Goshen College
Merrimack College
Arcadia University
Arizona State University
Associated Colleges of the Midwest
Associated Colleges of the South
Barnard College
Bates College
Bellarmine University
Beloit College
Boston College
Bradley University
Brandeis University
Brown University
Bucknell University
Butler University
California State University, Long Beach
Cedarville University
Central Michigan University
pg/54
Michigan State University
Texas Christian University
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Michigan Tech University
Texas Tech University
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Middlebury College
The Pennsylvania State University
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Monterey Institute of International Studies
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
University of Wollongong
Moravian College
The University of Texas at Austin
University of Wyoming
Morehouse College
Towson University
Ursinus College
Mt. St. Mary's College & Seminary
Transylvania University
Utah State University
Murdoch University
Trinity College, CT
Vanderbilt University
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Trinity University
Villanova University
North Carolina A & T
Tufts University
Wake Forest University
Northeastern University
Tulane University
Washington State University
Northern Illinois University
University of Arizona
Washington University
Northern Michigan University
University of California, EAP
Wells College
Oberlin College
University of Colorado at Boulder
Wesleyan University
Occidental College
University of Connecticut
Western Michigan University
Ohio State University
University of Evansville
Wingate University
Ohio University
University of Florida
Wittenberg University
Old Dominion University
University of Hartford
Wofford College
Pace University
University of Idaho
Xavier University
Pitzer College
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Yale University
Pomona College
University of Iowa
Portland State University
University of Kansas
Princeton University
University of Kentucky
Purdue University
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Reed College
University of Michigan
Regis University
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Rhodes College
University of Mississippi
Rice University
University of Missouri-Columbia
Rutgers University
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Santa Clara University
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Sarah Lawrence College
University of New Hampshire
Scripps College
University of New Haven
Seattle University
University of Oklahoma
Seton Hall University
University of Oregon
Shippensburg University
University of the Pacific
Simmons College
University of Pennsylvania
Smith College
University of Pittsburgh
South Dakota State University
University of Rhode Island
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
University of Richmond
Southern Methodist University
University of Rochester
Southern New Hampshire University
University of South Carolina Upstate
Spelman College
University of Southern California
St. John Fisher College
University of St. Thomas
St. John's University
University of Tulsa
St. Lawrence University
University of Utah
St. Olaf College
University of Virginia
Syracuse University
University of Washington
Commitment to Diversity
Consistent with our mission, CIEE does
not discriminate on the basis of gender,
race, age, sexual orientation, religion,
marital status, national or ethnic origin,
or disability. We are committed to creating
opportunities for students from diverse
backgrounds to participate on our study
abroad programs and are involved in a
number of initiatives to make this a
reality. Toward this goal, we actively
collaborate with Mobility International USA
(MIUSA), administer the Robert B. Bailey
Scholarship for underrepresented groups,
and participate in the Committee on
Underrepresentation in Education Abroad.
In addition, CIEE has representation on
the advisory board of NAFSA’s Lesbian,
Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Special
Interest Group.
pg/55
ciee study centers
Location
Argentina
Australia
Belgium
Bonaire
Brazil
Chile
China, Taiwan and Hong Kong
Costa Rica
Czech Republic
Dominican Republic
England
London Universities Program
France
Ghana
Hungary
India
Ireland
Dublin Universities Program
Italy
Japan
Jordan
Korea
Mexico
Netherlands
Poland
Russia
Senegal
South Africa
Spain
Thailand
Turkey
Vietnam
AY= Academic Year F= Fall Semester SP=Spring Semester SU=Summer W=Winter Term CY=Calendar Year
Program
FLACSO, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina,
Instituto Universitario Nacional de Arte
Murdoch University, Perth
Macquarie University and University of Sydney
University of Wollongong
Vesalius College at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Tropical Marine Biology, CIEE Study Center in Bonaire
Universidade Católica do Salvador and Universidade Federal da Bahia, Salvador da Bahia
Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo
Universidad de Chile, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Universidad de Santiago
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
Peking University, Beijing
Nanjing University
East China Normal University, Shanghai
National Chengchi University, Taipei, Taiwan
Internship, Hong Kong-America Center
Tropical Ecology and Conservation, CIEE Study Center in Monteverde, Costa Rica
Charles University, Prague
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM), Santiago
FLACSO, Santo Domingo
Community Health, Santiago
Goldsmiths College
School of Oriental and African Studies
University College London
University of Westminster
Contemporary French Studies, Paris Center for Critical Studies
Critical Studies, Paris Center for Critical Studies
University of Haute Bretagne, Rennes II
University of Ghana, Legon
Corvinus University of Budapest
Transylvania Field Seminar, Hungary and Romania
DBS School of Arts, Dublin
Dublin City University
Language and Culture and Liberal Arts, University of Ferrara
Sophia University, Tokyo
University of Jordan, AMIDEAST, Amman
Yonsei University, Seoul
Language and Culture and Liberal Arts, University of Guanajuato
University of Amsterdam
Warsaw School of Economics
Russian Area Studies, St. Petersburg State University
Russian Language, St. Petersburg State University
Suffolk University-Dakar Campus, Baobab Center, Université Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar
Arts and Sciences, University of Cape Town
Service-Learning, University of Cape Town and SHAWCO
Universidad de Alcalá
Language in Context, Universidad de Alicante
Language and Culture, Universidad de Alicante
Liberal Arts, Universidad de Alicante
Advanced Liberal Arts, Universitat de Barcelona
Business and Culture, Escola Superior de Comerç Internacional, Barcelona
Liberal Arts, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Barcelona
Summer, Escola Superior de Comerç Internacional, CIEE Study Center Barcelona
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Business and Tourism, Universitat de Illes Balears, Palma de Mallorca
Language and Society, Universidad de Sevilla
Liberal Arts, Universidad de Sevilla and Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Teaching Development, Universidad de Sevilla and Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Advanced Liberal Arts, Universidad de Sevilla and Universidad Pablo de Olavide
International Business and Language, Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Business and Society, Universidad de Sevilla and Universidad Pablo de Olavide
Internship, CIEE Study Center in Seville, Spain
Language and Culture, CIEE Study Center in Seville, Spain
Development and Globalization, Khon Kaen University
Active Languages and Middle East Technical University, Ankara
Vietnam National University, Hanoi
AY
F
SP
SU
W
CY
summersized
study until the world gives up its secrets
Beijing or Shanghai: improve—or begin to
build—your Chinese language skills in 8 weeks
Tokyo: introduce yourself to the study of Asian
cultures—and to the Japanese people—with a
4-week session
volunteer to change yourself
Japan, South Korea, or Thailand: give 2 or more
weeks to a social service, cultural, environmental,
archaeological, or conservation project
China: take a month to teach students who
want to improve their conversational and
written English
intern at a local company
Hong Kong: tune up your business
vocabulary and cultural understanding
over 8 weeks
get a
taste of
Please see www.ciee.org for more information
on these summer programs.
asia
the CIEE story
CIEE is the leading U.S. non-governmental international education organization. CIEE creates and administers
programs that allow high school and university students and educators to study, volunteer, work, and
teach abroad.
Into the chilly postwar world of 1947, CIEE launched the next generation of study abroad programs, the first
since they’d been suspended during World War II. Senators and scholars worried about how to increase international understanding and establish trust between nations. As soon as there was enough capacity aboard
trans-Atlantic ships to carry students, CIEE programs began teaching.
Today, CIEE has 80 study programs in over 30 host countries, 800 volunteer projects in 30 host countries,
work programs in Australia, Canada, Ireland, and New Zealand and teaching programs in China and Thailand.
Educators can participate in summer seminars in over 15 countries.
Every one of our 40 U.S. specialists has studied or lived abroad (and usually can’t wait until the next trip).
They can advise you how to choose a host country and program that fits you. We also have 50 English-speaking
staff members overseas. They’ll help with any problem —academic, administrative, or day-to-day — and give
you insider tips on the city and country.
Who could argue? We need understanding and trust more than ever today.
Gain that understanding,
build that trust on a CIEE program.
We’d love to tell you more. Please contact us:
www.ciee.org
1.800.40.STUDY
studyinfo@ciee.org
7 Custom House Street, 3rd Floor, Portland, ME 04101-4739

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