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East Asian Studies
Shanghai, China
About the Program
The East Asian Studies Program offers courses for students at beginning and intermediate Chinese language levels, and is designed for students who are committed to learning about this politically vital and economically significant region of the world. Learn about China’s past and present while experiencing the excitement of life in Shanghai, where the traditional and the modern are (literally) carved into the landscape. This program's curriculum links the classroom with the community, helping you make meaningful connections and building the foundation for a life-long engagement with (and enjoyment of) all things Chinese.
Requirements
Overview
Shanghai
2/14/17 - 5/27/17
$14,295
14 - 17
Deadlines
Closed
1/1/17
Requirements
Eligibility
2.6
Some courses may have prerequisites.
High School Graduate
Beginner to Intermediate
Where You'll Study
East China Normal University
Founded in 1951, East China Normal University (ECNU) is one of the most prestigious universities in China, under the di...
East China Normal University
Founded in 1951, East China Normal University (ECNU) is one of the most prestigious universities in China, under the direct auspices of the Ministry of Education. The first university founded after the establishment of the People's Republic of China, ECNU has developed into a comprehensive university that incorporates 21 schools and colleges, five advanced research institutes, and 58 departments offering 130 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Approximately 30,000 students study at ECNU’s Downtown and Minhang campuses.
ECNU emphasizes internationalization and enjoys both a wide influence and an excellent reputation. Every year, over 3,500 international students from 45 countries study at ECNU, creating a diverse and friendly community. CEA students will join the Global Curriculum Program at ECNU's Global Education Center, an ideal setting in which to learn about China through academic and cultural immersion with other international students. Taught in English by international faculty team, the courses cover subject areas such as Business/Economy, Sociology, Politics, Culture, and Philosophy. The credit structure is identical to North American Universities and colleges.
ECNU’s Downtown campus is nicknamed the "Garden University" for its beautiful scenery. On campus, you’ll find old trees, gardens, rivers, bridges, and lawns, while just outside are two huge malls, four metro systems, and a mature international community.
Accreditation
East China Normal University is accredited by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China and under the guidelines of the Municipal Government of the city of Shanghai.
Grading
All final course grades will be reported in the form of a numerical grade, as follows:
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ECNU Global Curriculum Program Grading Scale |
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Letter Grade |
Numerical Grade Low Range
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Numerical Grade High Range
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Percentage Range
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Quality Points
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A+ |
9.70 |
10.00 |
97.0 – 100% |
4.00 |
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A |
9.40 |
9.69 |
94.0 – 96.9% |
4.00 |
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A- |
9.00 |
9.39 |
90.0 – 93.9% |
3.70 |
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B+ |
8.70 |
8.99 |
87.0 – 89.9% |
3.30 |
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B |
8.40 |
8.69 |
84.0 – 86.9% |
3.00 |
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B- |
8.00 |
8.39 |
80.0 – 83.9% |
2.70 |
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C+ |
7.70 |
7.99 |
77.0 – 79.9% |
2.30 |
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C |
7.00 |
7.69 |
70.0 – 76.9% |
2.00 |
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D |
6.00 |
6.99 |
60.0 – 69.9% |
1.00 |
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F |
0.00 |
5.99 |
0 – 59.9% |
0.00 |
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W |
Withdrawal |
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0.00 |
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INC |
Incomplete |
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0.00 |
Completion of a course is defined as a receipt of a letter grade (A+ to F) as opposed to Withdrawal or Incomplete.
In order to determine a quality point ratio, each letter grade from a completed course is assigned a quality point value. The quality point value for each grade earned during a semester is multiplied by the number of semester hours assigned to that course. The sum of these points is the total number of quality points earned during the semester. It is divided by the number of semester hours completed to obtain the quality point ratio.
Classroom and Information
- Faculty members are from North America, Europe, and China with teaching experience in multiple countries.
- Periodic exams, homework assignments, and final exams will be administered.
- Attendance in all classes is mandatory and monitored by each professor.
- Teaching styles in China may be different from those found in the U.S. Be prepared to adapt to different classroom structures and coursework expectations.
- Class size ranges between 10 and 20 students.
- You’ll attend class with students from the U.S., Canada, Asia, and other parts of the world.
Amenities
Student Offices
Clubs & Organizations
Study Room
Student Health Center
University Library
Computer Lab
Printing Facilities
Student ID
Multi-Media
Language Learning Services
Language Exchange with Local Students
Fitness Facilities
Student Sports Teams
Cultural Engagement
Dining Facilities
Free Campus Shuttle
Banks & Post Office
Copy & Mail Center
On-campus ATM
Bookstore
Laundry Facilities
14-17
Credits
Program Structure & Courses
You'll enroll in 1 Chinese language course at an appropriate level, 1-3 core courses, and 1-3 elective courses at the CEA Shanghai Center. You'll also have the option to enroll in 0-3 elective courses at our partner, East China Normal University (ECNU). CEA language courses meet for 75 contact hours/5 credits; core courses and elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits.
You may earn 14-17 credits (up to 255 contact hours). Classes typically meet Monday-Thursday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled on Fridays.
Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses and take a language level placement exam. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for China. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
You may earn 14-17 credits (up to 255 contact hours). Classes typically meet Monday-Thursday. Active learning components required by your courses may be scheduled on Fridays.
Prior to departure, you will select your preferred courses and take a language level placement exam. You will be enrolled into courses based on their availability. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. To ensure that you receive credit for the language level you place into, have your home school pre-approve courses at several levels before you leave for China. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Beginner And Intermediate Levels Course Structure
Courses
The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary Chinese I | 100 | Ch | 75 | 5 |
| Elementary Chinese II | 100 | Ch | 75 | 5 |
| Intermediate Modern Chinese I | 200 | Ch | 75 | 5 |
| Intermediate Modern Chinese II | 200 | Ch | 75 | 5 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contemporary Chinese Cinema * | 200 | En | 56 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Chinese Civilization * | 200 | En | 56 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Chinese Government, Politics and Policy * | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues in Contemporary Chinese Society * | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Technology Theory | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Media, Communication, and Race | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Survey of Mass Communication | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions of Globalization: Language, Literature, and Culture | 200 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Culture | 200 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Nutrition and the Life Cycle | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Nutrition, Food and You | 100 | En | 45 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China's Macroeconomic Impact | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Marketing (China Focus) * | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Chinese Government, Politics and Policy * | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
| Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Globalization and Urbanization: China's Urban Transformation and What It Means for the World * | 200 | En | 52 | 3 |
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Excursions
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
Sample Calendar
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
| Date | Description |
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February 14
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Arrival/Program Begins
Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Shanghai Pudong Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to CEA Shanghai Center (East China Normal University). |
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February 15
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Orientation
Mandatory Orientation at CEA Shanghai Center will be held first, and followed by a campus & neighborhood tour. |
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February 15
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Placement Exam
Placement Exam for Chinese language classes will be held on this day. |
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February 16
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Excursion
Shanghai City Tour to East Pearl TV Tower, The Bund, Shanghai Urban Planning Museum, East Nanjing Rd, etc. |
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February 20
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Classes Begin
Classes begin at ECNU on this day. |
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February 27
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Drop/Add Deadline
This is the last day to drop and/or add classes at CEA Shanghai Center (East China Normal University). |
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February 27
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Course Withdrawal Deadline
This is the last day on which students can withdraw from a course at the CEA Shanghai Center (East China Normal University) and receive a "W". |
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March 01
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Welcome Reception
International Student Welcome Party at ECNU |
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March 18 - 19
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Excursion
CEA Excursion to Wuzhen, Zhejiang Province (Two days). |
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April 04
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Holiday
Tomb Sweeping Festival No classes will be held. |
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April 14 - 17
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Excursion
ECNU Optional Excursion. |
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May 01
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Holiday
Labor Day. No classes will be held. |
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May 10
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Cultural Activity
ECNU International Student Sports Event |
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May 12 - 14
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Excursion
CEA Excursion to Beijing or Xi'an (3 days). |
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May 22 - 26
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Final Exams
Final exams will be held in this week at CEA Shanghai Center (East China Normal University). |
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May 26
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Classes End
This is the last day of classes at CEA Shanghai Center (East China Normal University). |
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May 26
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Farewell Reception
CEA Farewell Reception will be held at local hotel . |
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May 27
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Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day. |
Sample Budget
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.