Mission
Allied Gateway Mandarin Immersion Program aims to be the most effective way to learn Chinese. Our mission is to enable program participants to
be able to conduct simple dialogues in real life situations in Chinese with
fundamental Chinese knowledge after the training.
Program Description
In a view of the length of the program, classes will focus on oral Chinese. The comprehensive university training is to provide participants with systematic Chinese
knowledge. Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction intends to
foster your Chinese application competence. Extra Curriculum Activities are offered to
enhance participants' China experience greatly.
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.
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: phonetics, speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar and vocabulary. Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction is held every two weeks exclusively to Allied Gateway participants. Instructions occur in real life settings with one subject in each section. Subjects include eating, transportation, theatre, shopping, job-hunting, seeing a doctor etc.
- Total immersion in Chinese environment
- University comprehensive language training
- All levels offered: beginner to advanced level
- Program lengths ranging from 4 weeks to 12 weeks
- Free Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction
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.
Duration |
Morning
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Afternoon |
Total hours/week |
4 weeks
5 weeks
6 weeks
8 weeks
12 weeks |
8am -12pm
Chinese class
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Electives
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20 hrs/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, Reading from Chinese Press, Survey of
Literature, Applied Writing, An Introduction to Chinese
Culture, Modern Chinese Vocabulary, Modern Chinese
Grammar, Modern Chinese Phonetics, Business Chinese,
Chinese Customs
Electives
Chinese History, Chinese Calligraphy,
Traditional Chinese Painting, Taijiquan (shadow boxing) and Chinese Wushu
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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
6 weeks sample
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Beginner
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- 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
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- Able to travel in China comfortably
- Order food, shopping and bargaining
- Simple words and sentence recognition
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Intermediate
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- 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
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- Able to communicate and interact in Chinese with locals
- Able to express himself and opinions
- Able to talk about daily activities & feelings
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Advanced
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- 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.
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- Able to work in a Chinese language environment
- Able to live by & take care of himself in a Chinese environment
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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 most suitable environment. Beginners don’t need to take the test.
Program Schedules and Dates
Programs below are offered to learners of all level from total beginner to advanced level.
| Duration |
Program
Code |
Program Dates |
Application Deadline |
Enrolment Deadline |
| 4 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
4W:Feb |
28 Feb - 27 Mar |
15 Dec |
15 Jan |
| 6 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
6W:Feb |
28 Feb -
10 Apr |
15 Dec |
15 Jan |
| 8 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
8W:Feb |
28 Feb -
24 Apr |
15 Dec |
15 Jan |
| 12 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
12W:Feb |
28 Feb -
22 May |
15 Dec |
15 Jan |
| 4 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
4W:Sep |
01 Sep -
28 Sep |
15 Jun |
15 Jul |
| 6 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
6W:Sep |
01 Sep -
13 Oct |
15 Jun |
15 Jul |
| 8 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
8W:Sep |
02 Sep -
27 Oct |
15 Jun |
15 Jul |
| 12 weeks |
ZWSHSISU
12W:Sep |
02 Sep -
24 Nov |
15 Jun |
15 Jul |
Evaluation and Certificates
Small quizzes will be carried out often to test the progress. Participants will receive official diplomas and certificates including transcripts if successfully pass the exams.
Accommodation
Allied Gateway offers a variety of accommodation options to program participants. All accommodations are selected carefully for security, convenience and comfort. Program Fee varies depending on the accommodation selected. Accommodation options include:
Dorm I
Both double rooms and single rooms are available. Each room has an air-conditioner, a private bath, a telephone, bed, desk, chairs and a TV set.
Dorm II
Equipped with central air-conditioning. Inside there is a cafeteria, a grocery, a beauty parlor and an ATM. Both double rooms and single rooms are available. Each room has a private bath, a telephone, a TV set, internet access, etc. There’s a communal use kitchen each floor, with a washing machine, a fridge and a microwave oven. 24 hours hot water
available.
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.
Airport Transfer
Allied Gateway provides free airport arrival-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. 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
- Textbooks
- Certificate and transcripts
- Accommodation
- Allied Gateway Real Life Chinese Instruction
- Airport arrival-pick-up
- Orientation package
- Map of Shanghai and China
- Small Chinese-English and English-Chinese dictionary
- Mobile card & pre-paid card (optional)
- Map of campus and the surrounding area
- Shanghai metro map
- English/Chinese menu
- 24-hour/7-day Allied Gateway emergency contact card
- Mailing address in both English & Chinese
- Survival Chinese booklet
- Orientation on campus and the surrounding area
- Bank account setting-up
- Mobile purchasing
- Visa obtaining support
- Money exchange assistance
- Assistance with travel arrangements
- 24-hours/7-days emergency support
- 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.
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