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UNCP Program in China - Beijing/Xi'an
Summer (Maymester) 2011
07 May - 24 May
Faculty-Led

Application Deadline:
March 1, 2011

Description and Academics

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke has partnered with:

• Xi'an University of Posts and Telecommunications (XUPT) in Xi'an China
• The China Center for International Education and Exchange (CCIEE) and
• The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)

to offer an exciting, unique, and very affordable study abroad program focusing on Chinese history and culture.

• Includes transportation and all scheduled tours and meals!

Now in its second highly-successful year, the program introduces students to the grand sweep of China's long - and fascinating - history. In particular, it provides students with an understanding of the immensity and richness of Chinese culture, with a special focus upon its most creative, opulent, and interesting period, that of the T'ang Dynasty (618-907), whose capital was Chang'an - today's modern Xi'an.

 

The program begins in China's modern political capital, Beijing. There, participants visit terrific - unforgettable - sites like the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace, and shop for bargains and souvenirs in places like Beijing's famous Silk Street. In the evenings, you will take in a spectacular Kong-Fu show, and a truly fascinating performance of the Beijing Opera in an authentic 19th century theater. The opera's costumes alone (see illustration below) are worth the trip!

 

 

The program then transfers by air to Xi'an and XUPT where program participants attend lectures by experts in Chinese art, history and culture. Participants also visit many important historical sites and museums (the majority of which are rarely visited by western foreigners); experience urban, rural, modern and ancient culture; and acquire an appreciation of Chinese language, literature and cuisine (excellent in Xi'an!).

 

A special feature of the program is the daily opportunity to interact, collaborate - and make friends - with English-speaking Chinese university students just like you who participate in many of the program's activities, both in the classrooms and elsewhere.

 

Please Note: Due to the program structure, passport deadlines and payment deadlines are firm. See below for more details.

 

Required Courses

Chinese History and Culture/Great T'ang Dynasty (3 transfer credits). Taught by a team of XUPT and UNCP faculty members, this course introduces students to Chinese history, culture, and customs. You will learn about the origins of China, the great dynasties and poets, the foods of various regions, and even which kinds of teas are best, where they come from, and why (and when) you should drink them. A parallel study track will introduce you to the T'ang Dynasty and to the art of China, teaching you how to look at, understand, and "read" Chinese artworks - and how they were made. In addition to class time, students participate in cultural events in and around Xi'an that enhance their learning experience, and put their studies into context.

 

WLS 2990 Study Abroad (3 UNCP credits) - Participating students are required to prepare a substantive report regarding their experiences abroad or to write a report on a particular point of interest they may have researched or encountered while in China.

 

 

 

 

Program Schedule*
(Tentative)

 

DATE	DAY	LOCATION
6-May	Friday	Hotel, Raleigh	Optional/Recommended
7-May	Saturday	Depart RDU	Early AM Departure
8-May	Sunday	Beijing	Arrival, Late Afternoon
9-May	Monday	Beijing	Tiananmen/Forbidden City/Temple of Heaven/Traditional Beijing. Evening: Beijing Opera
10-May	Tuesday	Beijing	Great Wall/Summer Palace/Olympic Village/Silk Street. Evening: Kong-Fu Show.
11-May	Wednesday	Xi'an	Flight to Xi'an.  Check-in and Dinner
12-May	Thursday	Xi'an	Orientation/Class/City Tour Welcome Banquet
13-May	Friday	Xi'an	Class/Activities w/XUPT Students/Free
14-May	Saturday	Xi'an	Huaqing Gardens/Terracotta Warriors
15-May	Sunday	Xi'an	Free day
16-May	Monday	Xi'an	Class/Activities w/XUPT Students
17-May	Tuesday	Xi'an	Class/Activities w/XUPT Students
18-May	Wednesday	Xi'an	Class/Activities w/XUPT Students
19-May	Thursday	Xi'an	Class/Qu Jiang Hu Park/Special Dinner
20-May	Friday	Xi'an	Class/Activities w/XUPT Students
21-May	Saturday	Xi'an	Hanyanling Excavation and Museum
22-May	Sunday	Xi'an	Shaanxi Provincial Historical Museum
23-May	Monday	Xi'an	Class/Presentations/Farewell Party
24-May	Tuesday	Depart for USA	Late Evening Arrival, RDU (Same day)

 

 

* Please note: Schedule is subject to change.

 

Study Abroad Program Fee Includes:

■ Group round trip airport transportation, USA/China.
■ Group round-trip Beijing-Xi'an air travel.

■Group round-trip airport transfers in China.

■ All excursions in Beijing and Xi'an.

■ All meals in Beijing and Xi'an.

■ Housing (2 students per room).

■ Chinese History and Culture class (XUPT)-3 transfer credits.

■ Visa (Required for entry into China).

■ International Health Insurance (Required).

Program Fee Does NOT Include:

■ Tuition/fees for UNCP's WLS 2990-Study Abroad.

■ Hotel room at RDU the night before departing for China. Due to the early morning flight departure, students should consider a room at a hotel like the LaQuinta Inn adjacent to the RDU Airport. Free hotel shuttle to the airport.

■ Cost of US passport. All participants must have a valid passport.

■ Cost of Visa photo (Required for Chinese entry visa).

 

Projected Program Cost: $2,950

You must have approval from the UNCP Study Abroad Coordinator. You must also be registered for WLS 2990-Study Abroad (3 credits). Tuition and fees for this UNCP Maymester course are not included in the cost of this faculty-led study abroad program to China.

Financial Aid

This is an approved study abroad program through the UNCP Center for International Programs and may qualify for financial aid.

• In order to qualify for financial aid, a student must be registered for full-time studies (6-credits) in the summer.
• Most grants, loans, or scholarships should apply to this approved program.
• UNCP students: Please direct all questions about student financial aid eligibility to the Financial Aid Office.

Important Passport and China Entry Visa Information:

1) You will need to have a valid US Passport (not included in cost of program) to participate in this program - AND to apply for your Chinese entry visa.

• If you do not have a passport, please apply right away.
• For passport application information, visit our Passport and Visa Information page.
• Important: If applying after February 14, 2011, please request Expedited Service so as to ensure that you will have your passport in time to apply for your Chinese entry visa (See below).
• Students are responsible for ensuring that their passport arrives in time to process the group's Chinese entry visas. The visa is affixed to a page in the passport by the Chinese embassy.

2) China requires a visa for entry. The Center for International Programs will collect all student passports and process visas as a group.

• You must either have your US passport - or have applied with expedited processing for your passport - by March 1, 2011.
• The cost of your visa is included in the program fees.
• International Programs will assist you in applying.
• Note: Participants must have their passport and visa in order to be permitted by the airline to board the plane for China.

Visa Application Workshop: Students will be required to attend a visa application workshop at the International Programs office. Date: To Be Announced.

Payment Due Date: Friday, March 4, 2011.

Deposits/payments may be made at any time prior to March 4.

• Please note that all deposits/payments are non-refundable.

Eligibility

All UNC Pembroke students are eligible to participate in this Study Abroad program, provided that they meet the following minimum requirements:

• Having completed at least 15 credits in residence at UNCP at the time of departure.
• Completed UNCP Study Abroad Application.
• Approved programme of study.
• Minimum 2.50 GPA at time of application.
• Registration for 3-credit WLS 2990 course at UNCP (Not included in the program fees).
• Conduct report. Applicants must be in Good Academic Standing and have no outstanding debt at UNCP.
• Attend pre-departure orientation. Date to be announced.

Students from other institutions are welcome! Simply contact the UNCP Study Abroad coordinator for eligibility and application information,

 

Application/Information - Contact Ms. Robyn Deemer, Study Abroad Coordinator, to apply for the China program ( robyn.deemer@uncp.edu, 910.775.4095) or stop by the Center for International Programs office. The International Programs office is located on Dogwood Lane, just south of the UNCP football stadium. See map (Link opens in new window).

 

Updated: Thursday, February 24, 2011

 

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