China

HIST 455/580: China After the Olympics: History, Language, Culture and Political Economy

June 29- July 16, 2009

               

       This tour will provide an overview of Chinese culture, historical traditions, and modern transformations through site visits as well as studies at Beijing Jiatong University and Shanghai Normal University, our partner universities in China. We will visit major Chinese historical and modern cities including Beijing and Shanghai. A tour of Beijing in northern China will explore famous historical sites such as the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, the Tiananmen Square and other historical and modern landmarks of the Chinese capital. Visits to Shanghai in central China will include the Pudong business district and will explore the globalization of China in the Twentieth Century. Field trips and classes in universities and other institutions will enable students to learn about Chinese language and culture, as well as economic, social, and educational reforms in China.

              

Highlights

  • Visits to exchange partner universities in Beijing and Shanghai

  • Walk the legendary Great Wall of China

  • Explore the famous Forbidden City, home of the Imperial Palace of Emperors in China's last two dynasties

  • Visit Tiananmen Square, the world's largest open space

  • See Beijing's urban development after hosting the 2008 Olympic Games

              

Program Costs

Fulltime BSC Students

All Fulltime BSC students will be awarded a scholarship. This scholarship will cover tuition, fees, and a portion of the trip. The cost of the tour after applied scholarship money is $1,600.

Non BSC Participants

The cost for Non BSC Participants is $2630 plus tuition and fees

How to Apply

1. Complete the BSC Study Tour Application below and return them to the Office of Study Abroad

2. Visit the Financial Aid office to discuss how you will fund your trip. Some students take out loans to cover the cost of the trip.

3. Apply for a passport immediately to ensure your ability to travel.

4. Discuss any concerns with the staff in the Office of Study Abroad early in the application process.

Study Tour Application

Last Modified: February 3, 2009