Chinese Study Tour Program

In order to help our foreign Chinese learners experience the broad and profound Chinese culture, broaden their international minds, improve the ability of language application, therefore to enrich their life in China, "ChineseTutoringLessons” organizes a series of study tours to cater for different individual interests, to meet personal specific demands. If interested, welcome to send your enquiry to activities.ctl@gmail.com to book a tour program !

1. Short-term Study Tour in Shanghai

This course at a beginner level enables learners to survive daily life in China by focusing first on the Chinese phonetic system "Pinyin" and then on basic daily conversation such as living, working and traveling in China. This course is a great introduction if you are planning to spend some time in China afterwards, or study Chinese in a foreign country! Upon finishing several- week course, learners will be able to introduce themselves, take a taxi, order food, bargain on markets and manage basic conversation. In most of the cases, learners will also be able to recognize 400-600 Chinese Characters (optional). We also offer several different levels according to your prior knowledge - simply restart where you left off in your last course if you decide to come back!

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2. Crash Study Tour in China

"ChineseTutoringLessons” cooperates with Chinese language related partners in Shanghai, to provide colourful and interesting Chinese experiencing tours. We believe learning a language is not just sitting in the classroom and repeating sentences. So let’s start to go out of the classroom, travel with your language teacher and language exchange partner, to experience the real Chinese world. 

During this program you can make more friends from different countries and different language backgrounds. You will visit the famous places in Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Beijing and other cities. Get to know about the Chinese characters when you see it everywhere in China; get to know about the Chinese culture and language habit  when you travel with Chinese people. We will post the newest activity in our website, please stay with us, and let’s wait for the new trip. 

Highlights
- Creating opportunities for tourism
- Experiencing Shanghai with your teacher
- Involving in Chinese traditional culture activities
- Learning Chinese while traveling in shanghai
- Appreciating the Chinese art, culture, history, customers, life when travelling in China
- Achieving basic Chinese by focusing on practical oral skill

The brief schedule of the study tour in china:
Study Tour -2 weeks
Study Tour  -3 weeks
Study Tour -5 weeks
Short Study Tour -7 days

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3. Two Cities Study Tour in China( Shanghai + Beijing )

Shanghai and Beijing are undoubtedly the most popular destinations for learning Chinese in China. While the two cities are very different, each has its own charm. Now, the combination of Chinese course in these two cities can be arranged in advance at "ChineseTutoringLessons” at no additional cost. Learners may travel from Shanghai to Beijing and choose duration of staying in each city. 

Feature:
Through the Shanghai-Beijing Two Cities Program, you can not only acquire, improve, perfect Chinese rapidly, but also experience the cultural and geographic diversity of China. Plus, Shanghai and Beijing will maximize your experience by offering more possibilities to enjoy beauty, history and lifestyle or career and business opportunities. 

Destination 1: Shanghai
Throughout the past century, Shanghai has had numerous name tags attached to it; like "Paris of the Orient" and "Pearl of Asia". Images of Shanghai more than any other Chinese city, are bountiful in the
west. While Beijing is the political heart, Shanghai-the largest and most dynamic city in the worlds fastest-changing nation, the economic, financial and cultural center of China, is an exhilarating, spectacularly modern and ever-morphing metropolis that isn’t just living China’s dream, but is setting the pace for the rest of the world.  

Destination 2: Beijing
Beijing is recognized as the political, educational, and cultural center of the People's Republic of China, while Shanghai and Hong Kong predominate in economic fields. The city hosted the 2008 Olympic Games. Few cities in the world besides Beijing have served as the political and cultural centre of an area as immense as China for so long. The Encyclopedia Britannica describes it as "one of the world's great cities".

Travel from Shanghai to Beijing
It couldn't be easier! There are numerous flights from Shanghai to Beijing every day which only take 2 hours to get there with prices as low as and less than 100usd. There are bullet trains and night trains with comfortable and deluxe sleepers to Beijing every day as well. We can help you book tickets.

Note: If you wish to combine study in other cities of China, we can organize, and please let us know.

4. Learning Chinese in Other Cities of China

If you wish to study Chinese in other cities of China, we can also orginize, and help to arrange to meet your specific study tour needs. Welcome to let us know.

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 Class options of all above study tours

1). Comprehensive Group Class

It is the main class designed to motivate learners' interest in Chinese language and culture. In this course, teachers will help learners master the Comprehensive skill of Chinese including listening, speaking, reading, writing, especially grammar.

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2). Combined Immersion Class

It is designed to combine the experience of learning the language in a group whilst at the same time receiving individual classes. The individual classes in the afternoon allow learners to work on areas they may need extra practice or which are of particular interest to them

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3). Individual Tailored Class

The one-to-one tailored class is personally designed on the basis of individual interest, target, and ideal for determined learners who want to maximize progress during a short stay in Shanghai or in China.

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4). Chinese Touch Class:

Using a language in its natural environment and studying in the native country where the language is spoken immeasurably increases the speed and quality of learning. This class is designed to provide learners a platform to make new friends, to have some basic daily conversation in Chinese, and to get familiar with your living situation with Chinese people. Learners will experience the interesting and effective Chinese class during the first beginning stage, and also will practice their Chinese in the real life environment. Our professional "Life Teacher” will provide professional, qualified and effective teaching services by accompany with learners to enjoy Chinese conversation and real life in supermarkets, local flower markets, restaurants, shops, and more based on learners' need. 

- Teacher sets up study plan on your needs
- Beginner Chinese + Practice Chinese
- Involved in the real Chinese situation
- Going out for a trip with your language teacher to Practice
- You can learn Chinese with your friends, your colleagues and your family members.
- You can interact with local Chinese students, and make new friends with global Shanghai Expats.
- You can participate in a variety of both modern and traditional activitie.

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General information for all above tour learners

Age: from 15

Duration: from 2weeks on

Teachers: Our Chinese teachers all have degrees from well-known Chinese universities and are qualified and experienced in teaching Chinese as a foreign language at all levels.

Placement Test: All students are encouraged to take a placement test consisting of a written & an oral test. This will assess your level, recommend you with a suitable course.

Learning Material: Our textbooks and material are useful, practical, effective. The books usually come with CDs for self-study after classes. 

Quality Control  System: We pay great attention to assign the right teachers to our different classes. Our learners are asked to take part in a satisfaction survey after completing each course. Our language director conducts meetings and assesses each teacher's performance on a regular basis. 

Certificate: At the end of course, learners will receive a certificate, which includes the duration, name of the course and a commentary on the students' proficiency level reached. 

Accommodation Options: Basic arrangement is to accommodate learners, including Private Studio Apartment and Single Room in Shared Apartment. Other options include homestay, serviced apartment, hostel, hotel and can be arranged upon request.

Note: "ChineseTutoringLessons” reserves the right to make any change according to the exceptional
circumstances

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China Study-Internship Program

The Study-Internship program is a featured program of "ChineseTutoringLessons” combining Chinese language learning with intern experience in Chinese or multinational companies operating in Shanghai, China. It provides an opportunity for learners to enhance Chinese skills in real life and working environment and enable them to gain insights of Chinese business and society.

There are two parts to the program: a minimum of four-week intensive Chinese language course and 4 to 20 weeks of internship experience. Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Marketing departments, sale or service departments of various industries. The internships are generally not paid but some host companies/organizations may provide a stipend to cover some meals and local transportation. Extending your internship is also possible if it is agreed by your host company. If interested, welcome to send your enquiry to activities.ctl@gmail.com to book a tour program !

Language Learning 

In the first one or two months, learners will take intensive Mandarin Chinese classes in Shanghai, Monday through Friday. Learners could take small group general class, group-individual combined class; the individual classes in the afternoon allow you to work on areas you may feel need  extra practice or which are of particular interest to you. Or you could
take the individual tailored class; the one-to-one tailored class is personally designed on the basis of individual interest, target, and ideal for determined learners who want to maximize progress during a short stay in Shanghai. All the classes encourage learners to practice and help them improve conversation and written skills needed in daily life and in the workplace.

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Internship Placement

After the Chinese language course is finished, learners will intern in a selected company/organization for 4 to 20 weeks based on intention. The internship placement is made in a foreign or Chines company/organization operating in Shanghai that is commensurate with your qualifications, background, experience and interested field. Areas include and not limited to accounting, advertising, communications, education, event planning, fashion, finance, law, marketing, public relations, publishing, real estate, sports management, tourism, trade, hotel, etc. The internships are generally full time (Mon-Fri, around 35-40 working hrs/week). During the internship, you will receive full support from "ChineseTutoringLessons” . The manager of Host Company will actively involve and guide you through the whole internship. You may also opt to add on-going individual lessons during internship period.

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Highlights 

Currently the economic hotspot in China, Shanghai leads all Chinese cities in economic performance, foreign trade growth and infrastructural development. With the opening up of more sectors to
foreign businessmen, more and more foreign funds are flowing into the city. If you plan to do an internship in China, there is no better choice than Shanghai. "ChineseTutoringLessons” work with a strong network of partners, host companies and organizations. With new client companies every year, we are expanding the breadth of industries and fields in which we can secure placements. Our service is throughout the whole program. We arrange everything from airport pick-up, housing, orientation, language learning, and optional excursions to internship placement so you don't have to worry about all  the details. Our program coordinator will assist in all aspects to make sure your learning and working experience in Shanghai is maximized. 

We are committed to
1.Continually revising and updating our courses and materials
2.Carefully screening teaching progress and performance
3.Ensuring the safety and comfort of all accommodation
4.Meticulously placing each internship
5.Always being available when learners need assistance
6 Giving learners fulfilling and rewarding experience in China 

Note 
If you wish to do the study-internship in other cities of China, we can also organize. Please let us know.

Qualification 

-The Study-Internship Program in Shanghai is open to participants worldwide aged between 18 to 60 who have finished or pursuing university or college education.

-To qualify, applicants should preferably have some basic spoken English and have an elementary or above level in Chinese in order to become fully integrated in the work team. However, while Chinese is a definite plus, it is NOT a must. This program is also open to absolute beginners in Chinese.

-NOT everyone that meets the above criteria is accepted. Before an internship placement is offered 
on the program, you need to submit application form and resume for our evaluation. This should include your career goals, educational background and your previous work experience. Phone interviews may be held before acceptance. 

-Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Sales, Marketing departments of various industries. Most common fields include accounting, advertising, communications, education, event planning, fashion, finance, law, marketing, public relations, publishing, real estate, sports management, tourism, trade, hotel, etc.

-Other fields such as architecture, chemistry, engineering, medicine etc usually demand higher 
qualifications or relevant experience. If you want to intern in these non-business sectors, you can contact us to check availability first.

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China Culture Tour Program

Culture tour with profound significance on exploration and discovery, is advantageous in enhancing the cultural accomplishment and cultural tolerance, promoting the understanding and respect to the different cultures, and playing an important role on language application, ideological and moral education, ideal character shaping, cultural knowledge studying, and world peace ideas, etc. Cultural tour can make people more profoundly understand the containing, which is the hope of world peace. China is a big family composed of 56 nationalities. The multi-nationalities amalgamation, and the different nationalities, religions, and cultures living together in peace and harmony, are Chinese outstanding national traditions and great contributions to the human culture. The road that Confucius and Marco Polo have passed was the multi-cultural one of containing and the one of rich cultural value. 

Today, "ChineseTutoringLessons” extends this historical road, expands the global trend. "ChineseTutoring Lessons” welcomes you —— coming from various countries!  

To help learners experience the profound Chinese culture, broaden their international minds, improve the ability of language application, therefore to enrich their life, "ChineseTutoringLessons” organizes a series of culture tours to cater for different individual interests, to meet personal specific demands. If interested, welcome to send your enquiry to activities.ctl@gmail.com to book a tour program !

1. Cultural Tour in Shanghai 

Weekend Cultural Tour

-Huangpu River Night Cruise 
-Nanjing Road and the Bund
-Shanghai Urban Planning Museum
-Yuyuan Garden and Temple of the City God
-Xin Tian Di
-Bohemian Shanghai: Taikang Road
-Food Culture: Visit Tongchuan Road Seafood Market 
-Oriental Pearl Tower, Lu Jia Zui and Jin Mao Tower
-Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
-Moganshan Road Art District
-Dong Tai Antique Market
-Hong Mei Flower Market
-Modern Shanghai: A day in Pudong 
-Feel the City: Shanghai on Foot
-Cultural Activity or Entrainment Activity Participation
-And more…….

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Short Term Cultural Tour

Sightseeing Excursions
-Huangpu River Night Cruise
-Nanjing Road and the Bund 
-Shanghai Urban Planning Museum
-Yuyuan Garden and Temple of the City God
-Xin Tian Di
-Bohemian Shanghai: Taikang Road
-Food Culture: Visit Tongchuan Road Seafood Market
-Oriental Pearl Tower, Lu Jia Zui and  Jin Mao Tower
-Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
-Moganshan Road Art District
-Dong Tai Antique Market
-Hong Mei Flower Market 
-Modern Shanghai: A day in Pudong
-Feel the City: Shanghai on Foot 
-And more…

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Cultural Workshops

-Chinese Tea Service
-Pearl Workshop 
-Acrobatics Performance
-And more….

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Social Activities (can involve your Chinese Partner)

-Dumpling and Chinese Food Workshop
-Culture and History Workshops
-Bowling Night
-Basketball Match
-Karaoke Night
-Chinese Movie Night
-And more….

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Social Events (can involve your Chinese Partner)

-Charity/Voluntary Activities
-Festival Celebrations
-Chinese Food Party
-Seminar
-Music & Operas & Arts & Sports Events
-Chinese Painting and Arts Exhibitions
-And more……..

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Electives

-Chinese Calligraphy
-Chinese Painting
-Chinese Song Singing 
-Shanghainese
-Tai Chi and Kung Fu
-Chinese Business
-And more…….

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2. Cultural Tour in China

Weekend & Short Term Cultural Tour

What is your plan in weekend and your spare time?
-Stay with friends?-Ok, I do. But I have not that many friends in Shanghai.
-Hangover?-Come on! That’s bad for my health!
-Work overtime?-Are you crazy? Or I’m crazy!
-Sleeping?-Good, I like it! But not always ! Why don’t you find a small, but beautiful town near to Shanghai to spend your holiday?-Good idea! But I don’t know where to go! Too many small towns around Shanghai I’m just a Laowai! Why don’t you join "ChineseTutoringLessons”? They have great suggestions for you. By the way, I’m a Laowai too. 

"ChineseTutoringLessons” can tailor-make your China cultural tour such as:
-Leisure Lake BBQ Trip
-Green, Organic Food & Fruit Picking Trip
-Chinese Silk Trip
-Chinese Tea and Purple Clay Teapot Making Trip
-Panda Search Trip
-Old China Trip 
-Chinese Food Trip
-Beach and Local Fishing Town Leisure trip
-China Beer Festival Trip
-China Water Town Trip

Tour options:
Weekend Tour
Two-day Luxury Taste
One-week Chinese Taste 
Two-week Chinese Appreciation

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Long Term Cultural Trip 

To immerse learners in the Chinese society, culture and language, "ChineseTutoringLessons”organizes monthly trips to the most visited tourist destinations in China. It's one of the perfect ways to combine study with travel experiences to some of China's beautiful and exciting cities.

What's Included? 
-Accommodation (3 or 4 star hotel)
-Two-way transportation by train
-Local transportation by tour bus
-Small travel groups
-Admissions to famous attractions
-Meals
-English speaking tour guide (licensed and professional)

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China Summer & Winter Camp Program

People from around the world have been enthralled and enticed by the mystique of the unique culture of China. A visit to China is an opportunity to experience the cultural diversity and grandeur of the world's most populous country. China is growing faster than any other country, so isn't it time you take a visit to this great culture and magnificent history?

There is no place more exciting than Shanghai in China! It’s growing faster than any other city in the entire world. It’s the most lively and upbeat metropolis in China, the host of 2010 World Exposition. 
"ChineseTutoringLessons” hosts summer & winter language and culture day camp, residential, home stay, family package camp for primary school, middle school and college students coming from all over the world in this amazing city. Activities vary, according to the season program. These programs allow international students to make friends their age from other countries, enhance Chinese language skills, acquire a profound understanding of the Chinese culture and lifestyle, and increase their awareness of a variety of world cultures. In addition to our regular camp in the city center of Shanghai, we also offer you the new and exciting shanghai suburb camp in the beautiful, natural town or city nearby the shanghai, just a very few hours drive from Shanghai. In both camps, with our great management, students' schedule will be well organized with a perfect balance of courses, sports, activities, cultural visits and trips, allowing them to have a deep insight into Chinese culture, improve Chinese rapidly and at the same time enjoy their summer & winter vacation! If interested, welcome to send your enquiry to activities.ctl@gmail.com to book a tour program !

Camp Types

1. Home Stay Camp

Are you aged 13 to 16 years? Now, you can choose to become a part of a Chinese family through our home stay summer program - the  best opportunity for you to get a first-hand account of Chinese culture and to  practice your Chinese language skills.

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2. Residential Camp (13-16 years old)

By living, playing, learning and practicing Chinese languages together 24 hours a day in a total immersion environment, you will learn interpersonal and linguistic skills to last a lifetime. Choose the Residential Camp program and make life-long friends from all over the world!

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3. Day Camp (7-12 years old)

Will your family be in China for the summer? Then this is the best summer camp program for you! The Day Camp program is designed so you can attend Chinese course and summer camp activities during the day but stay with your family at night and on the weekends.

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4. Family Package

Do you want to polish your Chinese language skills and experience Chinese culture together with your children? We can tailor-make a family package on your request!

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5. Excursions Camp (13-16 years old)

We offer you new and exciting shanghai suburb camp in the beautiful, natural town or city nearby Shanghai, just a very few hours drive from downtown.

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Camp Highlights 

- Shanghai-the most safe, modern and lively metropolis in China
- Diverse cultural environment with students of a mix of nationalities
- Concentrated language environment
- Practical & effective Courses
- Diverse cultural activities, excursions and handicraft studies.
- Multiple Camp choices available(day, residential, homestay, family
package)
- Proven methodology
- Guaranteed fast learning success
- Safe, convenient and quality accommodation
- Full program of cultural activities, sports and trips
- 24/7 responsible, patient bilingual counselors and on-site program director

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Camp Arrangement

Language course

The Chinese language course is the most important component of our summer camp. Classes run from Monday to Friday, while programs vary in  length from 2 weeks to 2 months. The carefully designed curriculum emphasizes conversation and communication, so that students may take full advantage of  their surroundings and apply what they’re learning by speaking with friends during the rest of the day. We, " ChineseTutoringLessons " prefers a relaxed atmosphere where students can feel comfortable with their instructors.

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Activities

After morning language classes let out for the day, the afternoons are packed with a variety of activities, all designed be both age-appropriate and fun! We divide the summer camp afternoon activity program into four categories: city exploration, cultural workshops, sports and recreation. By participating in so many different types of activities, students never stop having fun!

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Excursions

Students will explore a different city or interesting attraction near Shanghai with our camp counsellors. These trips introduce students to the great diversity of Chinese culture & geography. The travel destinations include two former capitals in Chinese history, Hangzhou & Suzhou, the famous ancient water town Qibao, the largest & best amusement park in China Songjiang Happy Valley & a unique "Agritainment" tour in Chongming Island.

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Accommodation

Residential camp students all live in safe, clean student accommodation. Accommodation is generally arranged based on gender and age. Students of same gender and close in age stay in together (double or triple occupancy in one standard dorm room, four in larger room). There are desk and chairs in the common area (also equipped with TV, broadband internet access, air conditioning, fridge and other basic facilities). Our camp staff stays with the junior students during evenings and weekends throughout the whole program to take care of every personal need or concern that each student may have. Single room or special accommodation could also be arranged for students or families upon request. We organize transportation between accommodation site and school daily.

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