Courses List

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

2015 Spring English DSE Program

16 April 2015

Overview The course offers a formula for writing an outstanding and high-scoring essay, help for avoiding common errors, a quick and painless method of building up your vocabulary and tips on reading the clues for comprehension. Our aim is to help students excel in exams and excel in communication and develop a passion for English, as well as to prepare them for the skills necessary to perform well on the HKDSE. > Details

2015 Spring Chinese Language & Classics

12 April 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 Spring: Humanities & Social Topics

07 March 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

Chinese History & Culture (V): The Republican Era

30 January 2015

Overview China during the Republican era underwent tremendous changes, whether in the realms of the political, welfare, ideological, or societal. This course will examine this period through comparison with Japan and the West, and explore its relevance with today’s society. > Details

2015 Winter Chinese Language & Classics (7)

12 January 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