TRAVEL TO CHINA
Chinese-university-sponsored Trip to Beijing, Xi’An, Chongqing
INCLUDE
●According to the relevant regulations, up to 14 days and 3 Chinese cities living and learning experiences
●Visits to 3 top Chinese universities with programs, making it more educational
●Visa Application
●All meals
●All Transportation in China
●Elite Chinese university visit and programs
●Landmarks and UNESCO World Heritages
●Panda visit
TRIP GOALS
Cultural lmmersion
●explore North, Northwest and Southwest China and their diverse culture and cuisines
Global Perspective and Historical Insight
●Global Perspective: first-hand observation of World's second largest population and economy
●Hands-on and interactive exposure to 5,000 years of civilization
Language Enrichment and Intercultural Exchange
●Chinese classroom on the move
●Encounters with Chinese students and people
●learn from group members, Chinese peers
Team Productivity and Personal Growth
●"China in My Eyes" video shooting and editing in groups
●"Special Training Program for German Students on Innovation and Entrepreneurship" and other programs from 3 Chinese universities
One Suggested Itinerary
If the group wants to maximize the whole 14-day sponsored visit, the Special Training Program for German Students on Innovation and Entrepreneurship on Day 8 can be expended to 4 days.
Day 1
Home-Beijing, China
Day 2
Beijing (I)
Arrive and visit Communication University of China (CUC)
【Opening Ceremony】and “China in My Eyes” Video Shooting Launching Ceremony, with the participation of all parties concerned; Welcome Luncheon (Peking Roast Duck)
【CUC program】Chinese culture short video shooting and editing, Chinese traditional culture experience - calligraphy.
Stay at CUC International Student Residence (2 nights)
Day 3
Beijing (II)
【World Cultural Heritage】Great Wall; Beijing Central Axis Day Trip: Tiananmen Square, Imperial Temple, Forbidden City (subject to reservation), Jingshan Mountain, Bell and Drum Towers
Day 4
Beijing (III)
【CUC University Program】Traditional Chinese Culture Experience - Traditional Chinese Clothing
【Contemporary China】Visit to famous Chinese media or internet platforms
Xi'an (I)
Flight in the evening from Beijing to Xi'an
Check in Chang An University (CHU) dormitory (3 nights)
Day 5
Xi'an (II)
Visit CHU campus
【CHU University Program】Chinese History in Cultural Experience, including Chinese Tea Ceremony, Chinese Martial Arts and Tai Chi
【Contemporary China】Visit Xi'an Museum, Xi'an Ancient City Wall, night tour of Bell Tower and Hui Min Street.
Day 6
Xi'an (III)
【World Cultural Heritage】The Mausoleum of Emperor Qin Shi Huang and the Terracotta Warriors and Horses, visit the Dayan Pagoda Square, night tour of the Grand Night City of Tang
Day 7
Chongqing (I)
Farewell to CHU, Flight in the morning from Xi'an to Chongqing
【Giant Panda Date】See Giant Pandas at Chongqing Zoo
【Contemporary China】Chongqing Cityscape Observation Deck, Chongqing Hot Pot & Sichuan Opera Face Changing Experience, Jiefangbei CBD, Hongyadong Night View
About 21:00 arrive at Southwest University (SWU)
Check in SWU dormitory (3 nights)
Day 8-12 (if the group decides to make the maximum 14-day stay, this Special Training Program can be 5 days)
Chongqing (II)
Visit SWU Campus and Chongqing Beibei National University Science and Technology Park (CBNUSTP)
【Special Training Program for German Students on Innovation and Entrepreneurship】SWU and CBNUSTP jointly implement the program, which includes an introduction to innovation and entrepreneurship for Chinese university students, seminars with business owners, creative brainstorming and business planning.
Return to SWU Dormitory
Day 9-13
Chongqing (III)
【SWU University Program】Traditional Chinese archery and Arrow Throwing Game, personal seal carving, Chongqing Intangible Cultural Heritage experience of Jianzi (Asian shuttlecock game) making, etc.
【Closing Ceremony】Groups share their “China in My Eyes” video works.
【Szechuan Cuisine Challenge】Challenge SWU international students to make Szechuan cuisine in the communal kitchens of SWU dormitories.
Packing
Day 10-14
Farewell to SWU
Chongqing - Home or the group’s own next destination
FAQs
What are the requirements of the group members?
1. The total duration of the Chinese-university-sponsored program will not exceed 14 days (including arrival and departure time);
2. The group consists of 8 or more students (the more the better) who are 13 years of age or older and of German citizenship and accompanying guardians (teachers, parents, etc.). There is no limitation on the nationality of the accompanying guardians;
3. Accompanying guardians had better be no older than 65 years old and have experience in cross-cultural exchanges; the ratio of guardians to students should be between 1:5 and 1:10, for example, if there are 10 students, SWU will sponsor at most 2 guardians;
4. If there are any accompanying guardians exceeding the ratio of Article 3, they need to pay for their own expenses, and the standard of their own expenses (Chongqing section) is also shown in the attachment, while that of other cities is subject to the actual expenses.
Why Beijing, Xi’An, Chongqing?
The seven most important mega-cities in China are Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Chengdu and Tianjin.
Beijing is an ancient city with a history of more than 3,000 years, during which it served as a capital for more than 800 years. It is a world-famous historical and cultural city that reflects the continuity of Chinese civilization and an international metropolis engaged in making itself a World City with Chinese characteristics. It is a harmonious city that is imbued with the Beijing Spirit: Patriotism, Innovation, Inclusiveness, Virtue.
Xian, the eternal city, records the great changes of the Chinese nation just like a living history book. Called Chang'an in ancient times, Xian is one of the birthplaces of the ancient civilization in the Yellow River Basin area of the country. During Xian's 3,100 year development, 13 dynasties placed their capitals here. So far, Xian enjoys equal fame with Athens, Cairo, and Rome as one of the four major ancient civilization capitals.
Chongqing is the only municipality in the western region of China, ranking fourth in terms of economic output and first in terms of population and area. Actually it is the biggest city in the world. Chongqing is a popular destination for travelers with its beautiful mountains, rivers, night views and hot pot.
Why Communication University of China (CUC), Chang An University (CHU) and Southwest University (SWU)?
Communication University of China (CUC)
The Communication University of China (CUC) is one of the China’s key universities included in 211 Project and “985 Project Innovation Platform” under the Double First-Class Initiative, which is directly administered by the Ministry of Education. The university is known as the “cradle of talents in broadcasting, television, and media” and a prestigious institution in the field of information dissemination. Founded in 1954, it is located in Dingfuzhuang, Chaoyang District, Beijing. CUC currently has two national Double First-Class disciplines: Journalism and Communication Studies, and Drama, Cinematic & Television Studies. It also has two high-precision, high-difficulty and high-tech disciplines in Beijing: Internet Information and Cultural Industry; three Beijing key primary disciplines: Journalism and Communication Studies, Art Theory, and Drama, Cinematic & Television Studies; four Beijing key secondary disciplines: Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, Communication and Information Systems, Electromagnetic Field and Microwave Technology, and Animation Studies; seven post-doctoral research programs; five primary discipline doctoral authorization points; 16 primary discipline master's authorization points; three types of doctoral professional degree authorizations; and 14 types of master's profe
Chang An University (CHU)
Chang'an University is located in Xi'an, China. It is a national key university established in 1951. it is listed under Project 211, Project 985 Innovation Platform, and Double First-Class Project of China. It is known that there are 2688 universities in China, and Chang'an University ranks 89 according to Shanghai Ranking "Best Chinese Universities Ranking"(ARWU) https://www.shanghairanking.com/institution /changan-university. As for majors and subjects, we are famous for engineering. In the Global Ranking of Academic Subjects of ARWU, our Mining & Mineral Engineering ranks 51-75, Civil Engineering ranks 100-150, Transportation Science & Technology 100-150, Water Resources ranks 100-150. We have 23 schools which offer advanced degree programs in 7 major fields, namely, engineering, science, management, economics, philosophy, law and literature.We have 5 national centers, 19 provincial teaching centers, 2 national engineering laboratories, 1 international joint laboratory, and 89 provincial and ministerial level key research bases.We have more than 30,000 students in total, including over 20,000 undergraduates, about 10,000 graduates and 617 international students.
Southwest University (SWU)
Founded in 2005, SWU encompasses Southwest Normal University and Southwest Agricultural University, which share an origin dating back to 1906. As a member of “211 Project” and “Double First-class” universities, SWU has an extensive set of disciplinary categories. It is especially known for its distinctive teacher education and agricultural education. Among the renowned scholars who have shared their insights at SWU were HOU Guangjiong, Father of China’s Modern Grology; ZHANG Furong, founder of teaching theory in China; XIANG Zhonghuai, developer of the first framework of silkworm genome in the world; and HUANG Xiting, psychologist and educationist. Their endeavors have attributed to various notable graduates, including YUAN Longping, father of hybrid rice; HU Jinchu, founder of ecological biology of pandas; SHI Tingmao and ZHAO Shuai, Olympic champions.
Where do the groups live?
The group will be staying in International Students Dormitory during their stay at CUC, CHU and SWU, all of which have independent air-conditioning, cupboards, desks and chairs, bathrooms (regular toilet, not squatting toilet), refrigerators, and so on. Each or every other floor has a laundry room and kitchen. Each building has a study room and gym.
See SWU dormitory photos on http://gjxy.swu.edu.cn/xysh/zstj.htm
See CHU dormitory photos on https://ies.chd.edu.cn/en/2020/1222/c8885a181568/page.htm
See CUC dormitory photos below:
About expenses and visa for the students and accompanying guardians:
Financial support from SWU: all group costs during your stay in China, including accommodation, living expenses, transportation, course fees, cultural activities arrangements and intercity transportation, etc.
Participants will be responsible for the following expenses, including but not limited to:
✧ Airfare: Round-trip international travel expenses to and from China.
✧ Insurance: Personal accident and medical insurance during international travel.
✧ Additional accommodation: Additional accommodation costs incurred for personal reasons during the trip.
✧Customs duties on personal items, excess baggage fees, storage fees, mailing fees, and additional costs due to force majeure events such as transportation delays, strikes, weather disruptions, or flight cancellations.
✧Personal expenses such as laundry, hairdressing, telephone calls and other items are not covered in the "group costs."
The type of entry visa is not limited.
SWU Contact
Mr. WANG Que王鹊
International Student Admission Office Southwest University
Tel: +86-23-68366001
Email: admission@swu.edu.cn
Web: gjxy.swu.edu.cn
Add: No.2, Tiansheng Road, Beibei, Chongqing, 400715, P.R.China