Chinese Language and Chinese Studies in Beijing

Colorado College students have the opportunity to participate in two semester-long programs in Beijing, one focusing on the Chinese language and the other on Chinese area studies. The programs are offered during both the fall and spring semesters and are administered by CET Academic Programs. Students on the Beijing Chinese Languages program take one intensive course that focuses on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Supplementary language tutorials and one-on-two drills are also provided.

Students at the advanced intermediate language level and above also choose elective classes such as newspaper, business, or literature to add further scope to their language learning. All students in the Chinese language program, including beginners, uphold a full-time language pledge.

The Beijing Chinese Studies program is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of Chinese culture, history, and issues of contemporary significance. Students in this program will enroll in one Chinese language course plus two to three area studies courses taught in English. It is recommended that all students enroll in the 21st Century Beijing course, which is designed to provide an overview of issues of critical importance in contemporary China.

Length of program: Semester.
Eligibility: Second-semester sophomore standing.
Credit: To be determined.
Application Deadline: April 15 for fall and October 15 for spring.
Campus adviser: Hong Jiang.

CET Academic Programs - Beijing Chinese Language

CET Shanghai Study Abroad

For further questions please contact Heather Powell Browne, Assistant Director of Global Education, hpb@coloradocollege.edu, 719-389-6918.