Mission
Allied Gateway Mandarin Immersion Program aims to be the most effective way to learn Chinese. Our mission is to enable program participants to communicate fluently in real life situations in Chinese with solid Chinese knowledge after one year's training.
Program Schedules and Dates - 2008
Programs below are offered to learners of all level from total beginner to advanced level.
Program Name |
Program
Code |
Program
Dates |
Application Deadline |
Enrollment Deadline |
Mandarin
1 Year
Shanghai Program |
ZWSHJTU
1Y:Feb/08 |
24 Feb -
16 Jan 09
|
25 Dec 07 |
25 Jan 08 |
ZWSHJTU
1Y:Sep/08 |
03 Sep -
TBA |
30 Jun 08 |
30 Jul 08 |
For details of the application schedule, special bonus plan and the application fee, please click here.
About the University
Founded in 1896, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is a university under direct administration of China's Ministry of Education. In the past 100 years, it has so far brought up over 100,000 talented people for the country, among whom the most famous one is Mr. Jiang Zemin.
The university provides Chinese Language programs for 4-year undergraduate and Linguistics & Applied Linguistics Master Degree studies as well as programs on various levels of learning and training. From the year 2002, SJTU holds HSK five times a year.
SJTU locates at Xu Jia Hui, the commercial center of Shanghai. Close to it are many consulates of foreign countries. Several public transit systems are within walking distance for it, such as subway, light-rail, bus lines, etc. Nan Jing Road, Huai Hai Road, Hong Qiao Airport, Shanghai Railway Station, Lu Jia Zui (Pu Dong) could be reached within 20 minutes.
Features
Allied Gateway Mandarin Immersion Program consists of two parts: University Class Training and the Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction. The University Class Training integrates all different skills of the language: speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar, vocabulary and phonetics. Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction is held every two weeks exclusively to Allied Gateway participants. Instructions are carried out in real life situations with one subject each section. Subjects include eating, transportation, theatre, shopping etc.
The program allows you to immerse yourself in real life experiences that require you to utilize and develop your Mandarin communication skills through authentic daily practice and activities.
- Total immersion in the Chinese environment
- University comprehensive language training
- Beginner to advanced level
- Intensive language training: hours/day & 25 days/week
- Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction
- Language Exchange Program with native Chinese speakers
Curriculum
Classes are divided into 3 basic levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. A placement test will be conducted after enrolment at the university.
Curriculums are designed to meet the needs of each proficiency level and the program length to ensure you progress rapidly and able to communicate in Chinese in a more effective and efficient manner.
Program Name |
Morning
|
Afternoon |
Total hours/week |
Mandarin
1 Year
Shanghai Program |
8:30am -11:50am
Chinese class
Mon - Fri
|
2pm – 3:30pm
Electives
Every Tue and Thu |
17.5hrs/week
Excluding electives |
Beginner Class Main Courses
Introductory Chinese, oral Chinese, listening comprehension and introductory Chinese reading
Intermediate Class Main Courses
Intermediate Intensive Chinese, Chinese Reading, Chinese Pronunciation, Fundamental Writing, Intermediate Chinese Listening Comprehension, General Contemporary Chinese Grammar, China Today
Advanced Class Main Courses
Advanced Chinese, Audio-visual Chinese and Chinese Speaking, Advanced Chinese Extensive Reading, Advanced Spoken Chinese, Survey of Literature, Applied Writing, An Introduction to Chinese Culture, Modern Chinese Vocabulary, Modern Chinese Grammar, Modern Chinese Rhetoric, Business Chinese, Chinese Movies
Electives
Skills for HSK, Chinese Martial Arts, Chinese Cooking, Calligraphy, Painting, Seal Cutting, Music, Movie Appreciation, Chinese Tourism and Culture, Shanghai Dialect. Free enrollment with the university after class starts.
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All the classes integrate all the different skills of the language: listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, phonetics and vocabulary.
- All levels offered: Beginner, intermediate and advanced
- Practical, concise and up-to-date materials are used
Focuses and objectives
Level |
Focuses |
Objectives
|
Beginner
|
- Solid foundation of Phonetic knowledge
- Chinese character structure
- Basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills
- Simple sentences and daily conversations
- Greetings/ introductions, money/numbers and dates
- Social introductions, discussing weather, asking directions
- Chinese culture
|
- grasp 3,051 words and 1,604 Chinese characters
- basic living, study and social intercourse
- equivalent to HSK Rudimentary B Level or above.
|
Intermediate
|
- Vocabulary building and sentence structure in expressing opinions, likes and dislikes and feelings
- Discussions and descriptions: hobbies, interests, job, family, hometown
- Comprehensive reading: newspaper and other materials
- Culture understanding
- Composition
|
- grasp 5,253 words and 2,205 Chinese characters
- having quite good listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities equivalent to Chinese high school graduate
|
Advanced
|
- Enhancing students’ overall Chinese language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing)
- helping students contact to and understanding further and wider of Chinese culture and society.
|
- grasp more than 7,000 words and 2,550 Chinese characters
- Able to comprehend Chinese broadcasting and TV programs as well as newspapers
- equivalent to HSK Intermediate A Level or above.
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Placement Test
Classes are divided into beginner, intermediate and advanced 3 basic levels. An overall placement test including reading, writing, speaking and listening is carried out at the beginning of the program in order to place you in the environment suits you the most. Beginners don’t need to take the test.
All levels offered:
Beginner |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Intermediate |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Advanced |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Pengyou (friends) Exchange Program
In order to grasp the second language you are learning, it's crucial to practice the language as much as you can. To create the language environment and encourage participants to involve locals in deeper interaction in Chinese, Allied Gateway will arrange a local Chinese friend for participants based on age, sex and interests. Not only it’s one of the best ways to enhance your listening and speaking skills, but also an effective way to obtain the most updated and common-used language. In addition, it helps participants have a better understanding of the Chinese culture and society through the interaction.
Evaluation and Certificates
Small quizzes will be carried out now and then to test the progress made by students. At the end of the Program, a test will be conducted. Participants will receive official diplomas and certificates including transcripts at the end of the Program.
Accommodation
All accommodations are selected carefully for security, convenience and comfort. Program Fee varies depending on the accommodation selected.
Budget (Single/Double)
All the rooms are furnished with TV, bed, telephone, desk, chair, lamp and air-conditioning. A public bathroom is shared on the hall on each floor. Communal kitchen and laundry room are available.
Standard (Single/Double)
All the rooms are furnished with TV, bed, telephone, desk, chair, lamp, private bathroom and air-conditioning. There are communal kitchen and laundry room on each floor.
Homestay
Live with a local family. You will have your own room, with closet, bed, airconditioner and desk. Public shared facilities include kitchen, sitting room and bathroom. Breakfast & dinner is included.
Homestay Exchange
In addition to the conditions provided the same as homestay, you are oblidged to exchange in English with the house owner for one hour per day.
Airport Transfer
Allied Gateway provides airport pick-up service for program participants. Our staff will meet you at the arrival gate after you get your luggage and take you to your accommodation. You need to provide us with correct flight information – flight number / flight date / airport name 2 weeks before your program starts. Airport drop-off service is offered to participants at the end of the program. To make sure smooth transition, you will be provided with Allied Gateway contact number before you come to China in case of last minute changes.
What Is Included
- Tuition
- University application & registration
- Textbooks
- Certificates and transcripts
- Accommodation
- Airport pick-up/drop off
- Pre-departure package
- Lonely Planet’s China Guide
- Lonely Plant’s Chinese Phrase Book
- Suggested Packing List
- Orientation package
- RMB30 phone card to call home
- Map of Shanghai and China
- Small Chinese-English and English-Chinese dictionary
- Optional mobile card & pre-paid card
- Map of university and the area
- Activity calendar
- Map of Shanghai metro (to the university)
- English/Chinese menu
- 24-hour/7-day emergency card with staff info
- One box of your personal name card with both English and Chinese info
- Mailing address in both English & Chinese
- Survival Chinese booklet
- Orientation campus and the area tour
- Welcome/farewell dinner
- Bank account setting-up
- Mobile purchasing
- Visa obtaining support
- Money exchange assistance
- Assistance with travel plans and arrangements
- 24-hours/7-days emergency support
- Chinese language exchange pengyou friends arrangements
- On-site on going assistance from Allied Gateway
How to Apply
To apply, you need to meet requirements below
1. Above 18 years old
2. Be a high school graduate
3. Be in good health
For more information on How to Apply, please click here.
For Application Form, please click here. |
