Learn Chinese in a global context and become a global citizen
Experience China with the world's largest Chinese Incountry Program
Notice Board
Pre-departure Information Session 2011-2012
(For participating students only)
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Fri 07/10/2011Venue: CL_11/H1, Clayton Campus
If you have obtained Home Faculty / Institute Permission to participate in the program, please complete your enrolment process and come to the Pre-departure Information Session.
已获准参加2011-2012年蒙纳士大学中国留学班的同学请完成注册程序，并参加以上行前信息发布会。
CIP 2011 Applications are closed. No more new applications are accepted.
Please join us next year!
2011年中国留学班报名已结束，不再接受新报名。 欢迎明年报名参加！
Start your journey with the Monash Chinese Incountry Program
The Monash Chinese Incountry Program (CIP) is a Chinese language summer course held at Chinese partner universities in Shanghai and Beijing. It allows students to complete one or two Monash University's Chinese units within 3 or 6 weeks in the target language and cultural environment and get credits towards their degree. The CIP unit offerings are in strict conformity with the Monash University criteria, guided by the principle of teaching Chinese in a global context. The Monash CIP starts every year in late November and ends in mid December (3-week) or early January (6-week) the next year. In 2011-2012, 5 Chinese language subjects ranging from Chinese 3 to Chinese 12 will be offered at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) in Shanghai, while 3 Chinese translation related subjects will be offered at the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing. Both SISU and UIBE are key universities of the Chinese Ministry of Education and among top universities in the country.
Your journey begins here
The past decade saw dramatic development of the Monash Chinese Incountry Program and it has grown to be the largest of its kind among western universities. A total number of more than 2,000 participants from Monash university and other Australian universities, schools, business and government institutions have joined CIP and learned Chinese in China.
Gain an International Perspective
Participants of CIP will not only improve their language ability and cross-cultural communication skills, but will also expand their global vision, enhance their international competence and uncover good employment opportunities. Since 2005, many participants of CIP have won top prizes of the International Chinese Bridge Competition.
Enrol in CIP NOW
The Monash Chinese Incountry Program is open to all. Applicants from Monash University and from other universities inside or outside of Australia are warmly welcome to enrol in CIP towards their degree; Applicants from all walks of life are warmly welcome to experience China with CIP.
Level that suits your needs
The Monash CIP caters for learners of various levels. In addition to the translation related units, the lowest level for you to start with in 2011-2012 is Chinese 3 and the highest level is Chinese 12. Details of the units offered by CIP will be published on CIP website.
Certificates can be produced for non-degree students upon request.
Further details can be found on our website.
Program dates and costs
Important Dates
Online applications start: 01/08/2011
Online applications close:16/09/2011
Registration in China: 26-27 /11/2011
Classes commence: 28/11/2011
3 week program ends: 16/12/2011
6 week program ends: 06/01/2012
Tuition Costs
3 week program: A$2800.00
6 week program: A$3500.00
The fee level applies to all participants. HECS does not apply to CIP.
Enrolment deposit: 10% of the total tuition fee.
Accommodation and other Costs
The accommodation rate for hotel-style or apartment-style student accommodation is subject to CIP host universities' final confirmation. CIP participants shall pay the accommodation fees upon their arrival and arrange their own daily meals.
Other costs such as local transportation, communication, food and other daily expenses are usually much cheaper than those in Australia.
Travelling to China and Insurance
It's CIP participants' own responsibility to book air tickets and hold valid passports. Participants holding passports of countries other than PR China should apply for a visa at the local Chinese Visa Service Centre (www.visaforchina.org).
All CIP 2011-2012 participants shall be covered by travel and medical insurance for the period of their study when full amount of CIP tuition fees are paid.
Monash travel grant and financial assistance
Monash participants studying towards their degree may be eligible to apply for Monash Travel Grant and OS Help Loan. Details can be found on CIP website.
Information Session
2:00 —3:30pm, Friday 29/07/2011
CL_11/H1, Clayton
How to enrol?
Applications for 2011-2012 are now closed.
Ms Candy Wang (CIP Administrative Coordinator)
Office: S418 Menzies ( Building 11), Clayton Campus,
Monash University, Vic 3800.
Tel: 03+ 9902 0212
Email: arts-incountry-chinese@monash.edu
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Monash Incountry Program - Students' comments
Going to China in the 2007-2008 summer holiday period was probably one of the best decisions I have made in my Chinese language learning so far. It not only left me with many fond memories (including my first taste of real Chinese food and a chance to chat, bargain and learn using Mandarin - and even a bit of Shanghainese!) but also opened my eyes to modern day China. There was so much more to learn more about this country that I thought I already knew. I was amazed to discover the vast array of interesting ethnic groups throughout the country and nothing in Melbourne or even Australia prepares you for the reality of what millions of people living in a city like Shanghai looks like. Involving myself in the Monash In-country program provided an ideal environment to get to know China and further my degree at the same time. Now, as I look forward to my third visit to China, I am so glad I took that first opportunity which has provided me with lasting friendships, valuable contacts and the confidence to speak better Mandarin.
James Kett
Winner of 2008 Chinese Bridge Competition Melbourne Heats and Winner of "Outstanding Originality" of Chinese Bridge Competition China Finals
Taking part in CIP was one of the best things I've done in my life to date. Not only was it a good learning environment with challenging classes and dedicated teachers, but the amount of friendships formed was incredible. I'll never forget some of the amazing things we did together there, and I'll certainly never lose the friends. I would absolutely recommend the experience, without hesitation, to anyone even vaguely considering it!
Katie Murphy
1st Prize Winner of 2009 Chinese Bridge Finals
CIP gave me the "hands on experience" I needed to put my language studies into perspective. Learning new characters, grammar, how to speak and write Chinese in an English speaking country was one thing. Having no option but to communicate in Chinese was an exciting and challenging experience in itself- especially when you're hungry! Try explaining to KFC that you want to order chicken breast not drumstick. It was an educational game of Chinese charades.
Cindy Gottinger
2nd Prize Winner of Melbourne Heats of 2005 Chinese Bridge Competition
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