Partnership Universities and locations
Summer 2017 host universities:
East China Normal University (Shanghai)
Beijing Normal University (Beijing)
Zhejiang University (Hangzhou Province – 1 hour from Shanghai)
East China Normal University
Key information about the university:
East China Normal University has long been reputed as a "Garden University" for its beautiful campus scenery, East China Normal University commonly referred to as ECNU, is a comprehensive research university situated in Shanghai, providing students with the opportunity to study in most influential economic, financial and international trade centre in East China.
ECNU was established in 1951 and is the first national normal university of the People's Republic of China.
Originally founded to train school teachers, the university is now an institution training researchers, professors, high-level civil servants, as well as business and political leaders.
At present the university is made up of 20 full-time schools and colleges, 2 unconventional colleges and 5 advanced research institutes, with 58 departments offering 76 undergraduate programs.
Find out more about East China Normal University: http://english.ecnu.edu.cn/
Beijing Normal University - Beijing
Key information about the university:
A renowned institution of higher education known for teacher education, education science and basic learning in both the arts and the sciences.
55 undergraduate degree programs
162 master programs
100 doctoral programs
Among the first Chinese institutions to recruit international students it is particularly popular for Mandarin Chinese study programmes.
Key information about the city:
The political and cultural heart of China, Beijing has a rich history that’s mirrored in its spectacular palaces, temples and parks. It is a city of contrasts; modern and futuristic buildings and neon-lit avenues coexist with narrow hutongs and courtyards. Beijing is one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China, now the second largest city. Famous for iconic buildings and landmarks such as the Bird’s Nest, Water Cube, Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, the city offers a wide range of social and cultural life and wonderful cuisine, typified by the world famous Peking Duck.
Find out more about Beijing Normal University
Zhejiang University - Hangzhou Province – 1 hour from Shanghai
Key Information about the university:
Established research university spanning 12 academic disciplines, covering philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, art, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management.
Zhejiang University has the highest progression to post graduate study and employment, boasting modern campus facilities due to significant recent investment in state of the art learning facilities.
Find out more about Zhejiang University
Key information about the city:
A central tourist attraction where modern and traditional China co-exist. The city of Hangzhou is incredibly scenic with beautiful lakes, mountains and countryside, alongside a vibrant cosmopolitan city.
Only 1 hour by train to Shanghai, Hangzhou provides a good central base to explore surrounding areas of interest.
