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 Chinese with fundamental Chinese knowledge after the training.
Program Description
In a view of the length of the program, classes will be focused on oral Chinese. A variety of program lengths ranging from 4 weeks to 3 months are offered. The university training is to provide participants with systematic Chinese knowledge; Extra Curriculum Activities and organized trips are to enhance participants' language application competence.
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 three parts: University Class Training, Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction and Extra Curriculum Activities. 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 ranging from 4 weeks to 3 months
- Beginner to advanced level with 2 sub-levels under each level
- University language training: 20 hours/week
- Allied Gateway Real Life Instruction
Curriculum
Classes are divided into 3 basic levels: beginner, intermediate and advanced. Under each level, there are 2 sub-levels so that each student can be placed at the perfect learning environment that suits you the most. 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
Short-Term
Program
( 4 weeks
5 weeks
6 weeks
8 weeks
10 weeks
3 months) |
8:30am -11:50am
Chinese class
|
2:30pm – 4:00pm
Electives |
20 hrs/week |
* Electives including calligraphy, Chinese painting, business Chinese, Chinese economy, Martial Arts, International Trading, Chinese culture, Cantonese, are free to enroll with the university.
Main Courses
Beginner: Introductory Chinese, oral Chinese, listening comprehension and introductory Chinese reading
Intermediate: Intermediate Intensive Chinese, Chinese Reading, Chinese Pronunciation, Fundamental Writing, Intermediate Chinese Listening Comprehension, General Contemporary Chinese Grammar, China Today
Advanced: Advanced Chinese, Audio-visual Chinese and Chinese Speaking, Advanced Chinese Extensive Reading, Advanced Spoken Chinese, Chinese Movies
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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 - plus(+) and minors (-)
Intermediate – plus(+) and minors (-)
Advanced - plus(+) and minors (-)
- Practical, concise and up-to-date materials are used
Focuses and objectives
Level |
Focuses |
Objectives
(6wks sample) |
Beginner
(+ and -) |
- 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
|
- Able to travel in China comfortably
- Order food, shopping and bargaining
- Simple dialogue with locals
- Simple words and sentence recognition
|
Intermediate
(+ and -) |
- 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
|
- Able to communicate and interact in Chinese with locals
- Able to express himself and opinions
- Able to talk about daily activities & feelings
|
Advanced
(+ and -) |
- 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 three levels. An one-on-one 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. All levels offered:
Beginner |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Intermediate |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Advanced |
plus(+) and minors (-) |
Evaluation and Certificates
Small quizzes will be carried out now and then to test the progress made by students. In the middle of the program, a middle exam will be conducted and a final one at the end of the program. Participants will receive official diplomas and certificates including transcripts at the end of the Program.
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:
Campus Standard (Double/Single)
Single and double standard room available. 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.
Airport Transfer
Allied Gateway offers free airport arrival-pick-up service to 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 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
- Allied Gateway Chinese Only Weekend Camp (optional)
- Airport arrival-pick-up
- Orientation package
- Map of Guangzhou and China
- Small Chinese-English and English-Chinese dictionary
- Mobile card & pre-paid card (optional)
- Map of campus and the surrounding area
- Guangzhou 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
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