Top 8 summer schools, courses in China

Nowadays, a great deal of international students choose studying Chinese. They prefer studying the language in China as it guarantees high quality level of education. Studying foreign languages in Chinese schools and universities is a great opportunity to significantly improve command of foreign languages. SMAPSE offers 7 best language schools and universities where international students can take advanced summer courses. Due to descriprions of schools, tuition fees and students' reviews, you will find the most appropriate option. 

Please, don't hesitate to contact SMAPSE experts as they are always ready to answer all your questions. 

In China, language courses are offered by prestigious schools and universities located throughout the country:

• Beijing;
• Shanghai;
• Hong Kong;
• Guangzhou
• Qinhuangdao.

School programs for foreigners are saturated: a fascinating study of the Chinese language is combined with sightseeing tours in the surrounding area and country. An indispensable part of training is getting to know the lifestyle and bright holidays, traditions (the so-called tea diving). The Chinese are sensitive to spiritual practices and generously share this science with guests. Students of language schools, at the same time with language courses, can take a Tai Chi course - a unique methodology "How to charge the body with energy."

Children from 6 years old, schoolchildren and students can go to a language school in China for the summer - individual methods have been developed for different age groups. Classes are taught by certified Chinese teachers. Conditions and atmosphere - family and comfortable, communication - interesting and laid back. Upon completion of courses, a certificate is issued.

Among 200 options, SMAPSE experts have selected 10: these are the most comfortable summer camps on the basis of language schools and universities, offering:

• accommodation;
• duration - up to 12 weeks (the ability to take a course over the summer);
• different levels of studying;
• rich cultural program.

Most courses are available for children with insufficient command of the language, as well as for advanced students. For younger students, some programs include a course with an individual teacher (1 in 5 children) or offer accommodation with parents.

As a rule, language courses in China include classes for 40-60 minutes. The duration depends on the student’s age - for younger children the lesson is made shorter or a short “play” break is held. What do language classes cover?

• listening (listening comprehension)
• speech (monologue, dialogue, group communication)
• pronunciation
• filling vocabulary (vocabulary)
• grammar rules.

All schools offer a rich, interesting entertainment program - these are the best summer sports and recreation:

• horseriding;
• cycling in the mountains (mountain bike);
• volleyball;
• golf;
• sailing.

If the school is located in a coastal city, a beach holiday is organized with lunch and swimming, sightseeing boat trips. The child will have no time to get bored. 

A common problem for foreign students who do not intensively study Chinese (without deep immersion) is the language barrier. The inability to talk with a native speaker, to use the accumulated knowledge in everyday speech creates fear. Summer education in China eliminates it - even after a short language course in China, the child will begin to speak freely. Students make new friends, and, returning home, the children continue to communicate in Chinese via Skype.

Chinese Language Summer Schools help the child understand his interests and, at least, replenish the school portfolio of achievements. Reviews from satisfied graduates of language schools are full of emotions and a desire to continue their studies in China.