2015 Fall: Chinese Language & Culture

16 October 2015

Overview (1) Creative writing: mastering semantics and diction, and through reading essays and novels, how to choose topics, plot, and write, improving students’ ability to write in public examinations; (2) Chinese classics and contemporary literature, allowing students to understand the rich culture and history of China through readings on history, literature, and philosophy, improving the critical reading skills for public examinations. > Details

2015 Fall: Humanities & Social Topics

24 October 2015

Overview This program aims to provide participants with knowledge and skills which enable them to become better democratic citizens. The course comprises a selection of lectures and educational visits. Not only will the participants learn about the historical and theoretical background to the modern political order, they will also have the opportunity to explore practical issues in the public policy process as well as topics of current and continuing interest at lectures delivered by renowned guest speakers. > Details

2015 Summer: Chinese Art & Society

03 July 2015

Overview The course aims to provide students with insight into Chinese societal development through history from an artistic and archeological perspective. Actual artifacts will be presented in class. > Details

2015 Summer Chinese Language & Culture

13 July 2015

Overview This course has three main components. 1) Creative writing: mastering semantics and diction, and through reading essays and novels, how to choose topics, plot, and write. 2) Chinese culture: learning about ancient wisdom and cultural heritage through a study of traditional food, fashion, art, and architecture. 3) Chinese literature: students will be familiarized with the vocabulary and context of Classical Chinese text as well as modern pieces, which will help them tackle related questions in public examinations. > Details

2015 Summer Standard English (Liberal Studies track)

13 July 2015

Overview This Standard English Course is designed to 1) help students build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary; 2) improve their English speaking and writing, and 3) expose them to the study and discussion of various liberal studies topics in English. While the liberal studies component of the course will cover challenging topics, this course is geared towards students with an intermediate proficiency in English. More emphasis will be placed on correcting grammatical errors and awkward phrasing. > Details

2015 Summer Advanced English (Literature track)

13 July 2015

Overview This Advanced English Course is designed to 1) help students build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary; 2) improve their English speaking and writing; 3) develop critical reading and literary analysis skills. While the course is designed for non-native English learners, it seeks to challenge students with literary pieces and longer essay assignments common to American high school English courses. > Details