2008 Peking University Summer Chinese Language Program

Welcome to 2008 Peking University Summer Chinese Program

The International College for Chinese Language Studies (ICCLS) of Peking University will hold eight weeks of classes from June 23rd to August 15th. ICCLS is one of the best Chinese language teaching institutions in China and has been offering Chinese classes to foreign students for almost 60 years. It is staffed with more than 60 highly qualified language teachers, many of them are prominent professors and associate professors in the field.

Summer classes are offered at different levels with ten to fifteen students in each class. You are required to take a placement test at the beginning of the program to determine your class level. Changes can be made during the first week of classes. The curriculum includes Reading/Writing and Speaking/Listening courses. You will be assigned according to your language proficiency level, e.g. one can take the elementary reading class and the intermediate speaking class. Upon request, CLERC will assign a language partner with whom you can practice your Chinese and exchange lessons.

Classes are held Monday through Friday, four hours a day, followed by a weekly test. CLERC instructors will provide individual tutorial in the afternoon. Students will take a final exam at the end of eight weeks. A certificate issued by the University will be awarded to students who have completed the course with a passing grade. Most US universities will allow credit for course taken at Peking University to be transferred.

The dorm is located on the beautiful campus of Peking University. Two students will share an air-conditioned standard room, TV, private bathroom and telephone. A dining room, cafeteria and gym are also located in the dorm complex. The dining room serves both Chinese and American food. Fax and e-mail facilities are available on campus.

Students will participate in organized weekly shows and tours. On Wednesday evenings, movies or stage performances, such as Peking Opera, dancing or acrobatics are scheduled. Saturday excursions include trips to historic landmarks such as the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. Transportation is provided for group activities.

"This program has been an eye-opening and interesting experience. I feel that my knowledge of the Chinese language and culture has been enriched by CLERC.”

“My summer in China was definitely a great experience. I met new people, saw many different things and will take back memories that are unforgettable.”

“This has been a great trip. I learned more Chinese both from classes and listening to better speakers in the group.”

“I enjoyed exploring my own culture and heritage since I was never really connected to it.”

- 2007 CLERC Students

The Chinese Language Education & Research Center, a division of the Chinese Culture Center of California, is a non-profit organization that has been engaged in cultural exchange programs between China and the United States since 1990. It promotes Chinese language research, instruction & learning in the United States. The summer Chinese language program at Peking University is one of the major educational exchange programs it offers to scholars and college students in the United States.