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CIEE Summer Accelerated Chinese Language in London, England (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Model: Affiliate Language of Instruction: Chinese, English
Program Type: Study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Housing: Apartment, Dormitory Academic Partner: CIEE
Program Description:

Summer Accelerated Chinese Language

LONDON, ENGLAND

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Program Overview

This summer, fast-forward your Chinese language skills in one of the most diverse cities on earth. Kick learning into high gear with daily coursework and one-on-one classes suited to your level, whether you’re a first- or fifth-year Chinese language student. Add language exchange with native speakers, cultural activities and integration into the Chinese community in London, and your summer in London will be one you’ll always value.

London has a history stretching back to the Romans, there are four World Heritage sites, leading museums and plenty of green spaces. A contemporary global city, London is home to almost 9 million people from all over the world.

Unique Experiences

COMPRESS A YEAR

of Chinese and Mandarin progress into eight weeks with small classes and individual lessons.

MAXIMIZE IMMERSION

Shop and eat in China Town, meet Chinese students studying in London and integrate with Chinese community and cultural groups.

STEP OUTSIDE TO LEARN

Via cultural activities, practicing Mandarin in authentic situations and excursions to learn about the history of Chinese migrants to the UK and the business opportunities in a post Brexit UK. China has a global reach, and, in London, you can experience the importance of China on the world stage.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Visit the Chinese galleries at the British Museum and learn about the history of Chinese culture through the objects on display
  • An overnight trip to Liverpool, you may know it as the home of The Beatles but the oldest Chinese community in the UK is in Liverpool. Learn about the historic links between the UK and China in the port of Liverpool and bring the relationship up to date by exploring how Liverpool seeks to attract investment from China today.
  • A day trip to Oxford to hear from academics at the China Centre at Oxford University.
  • Visit the London Docklands Museum and Limehouse home to London’s first Chinatown.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • An introduction to your academic program plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2025 02/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.