International Relations Office
International Summer Programmes (i-SP)
Sun Yat-Sen University (SYSU) International Summer Programme
What is this program about?
The Summer Program will give more time to students to experience Cantonese culture and master Mandarin speaking and listening skills. Students from various cultural backgrounds will be recruited and studying in the same classroom. SYSU will provide a cross-disciplinary, cross-culture and cross-border atmosphere and colorful campus cultural activities for ISP students to broaden their international horizon and enhance their international competences.
When does the programme take place?
2 – 20 July 2012
Where does the programme take place?
Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China
What is the academic content?
Classes will be held from Monday to Thursday for a three-week period. The language courses (entry level Putonghua) will be scheduled in the morning. Lectures in English focusing on topics such as Chinese economics and culture as well as cultural activities will be held in the afternoons. Field trips to local enterprises will be organised on Fridays to further the students’ understanding of the Chinese culture and economy.
All courses will be taught in English.
Full list of courses are available here.
Two courses will be offered as part of the ISP: Chinese Language Study & Cultural Experiences and Chinese Politics, Economics & Culture Studies. All courses will be taught in English.
Course I: Chinese Language Study and Cultural Experiences
Entry, Medium and High level Chinese Language Courses
Chinese Paper Cutting, Taiji & Caligraphy
Cultural Visits
Course II: Chinese Politics, Economics & Cultural Studies
SYSU has organized excellent professors to give 12 lectures in the afternoon. The content is various and trying to give a full picture of the current China in different aspects.
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Academic credit MAY be available. Credit for the programme is strictly at the student’s discretion. Students interested in obtaining credit must work with their faculty for credit mapping. IRO does not apply for credit transfer on the students’ behalf.
What does it include?
Tuition fee waiver
What is the student accommodation?
Training Apartments of SYSU
How much does it cost?
Breakdown of Costs |
RMB |
Airfare |
4862 |
Accommodation |
4300 (shared triple) |
Food |
2000 |
Insurance |
300 |
Personal Spending |
1,000 |
Local Transportation |
150 |
Visa |
250 |
Monthly Estimate |
12862 (approx. 2643 SGD) |
Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits
Is financial assistance available?
Yes. Students can apply for a study travel grant from the International Relations Office.
Number of placements available?
The figure varies from year to year as it depends on the exchange numbers.
What are the eligibility requirements?
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Is a visa required?
Yes. SYSU will assist in providing documentation needed to apply for a visa.
Students are to consult the Embassy of China in Singapore to determine if a visa is required and to apply for an entry visa if needed.
Embassy of P R China in Singapore
150 Tanglin Road
Singapore 247969
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!
How do I apply?
Closed for 2012!
Who to contact for more information?
Joyce TING (Ms)
Phone: (+65) 6516 2429
Email: irojt@nus.edu.sg
