Suzhou: Xi'an Jiaotong Liverpool University

Suzhou is 2,500 years old, and embodies the contrast between old and new in China.
Faculty are from some of the world’s highest ranked universities, and are involved in both teaching and research.
The Humble Administrator's Garden, one of the classical Chinese gardens which are on the UNESCO World Hertitage list.
Xi'an Jiaotong Liverpool University is located in Suzhou's new Dushu Lake Science, Innovation and Education District.
The garden was traditionally a haven for contemplative scholarly retreat.
Suzhou Industrial Park is home to 3,200 international companies, of which 76 are Fortune 500 members.
Suzhou Amusement Land lights up the night sky.
Today Suzhou is a core city of China's Yangzi River Delta economic zone.
The University, a Sino-British joint venture, opened in 2006.
Wander off the beaten path in Suzhou's Old City, which seems not to have changed for centuries.
Bridges were an ancient Chinese engineering feat.
A night out in Suzhou usually involves good food, and Li Gong Di is a famous "restaurant row."

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Why Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University?

Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a Sino-British joint-venture established in 2006 between two leading institutions -Xi'an Jiaotong University and the University of Liverpool. You will study alongside Chinese and other international students. XJTLU's high caliber academic staff hold PhDs from some of the world's highest ranked universities, and are involved in both teaching and research. In addition, all teaching and assessment at XJTLU are delivered in line with the rigorous standards of the British Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), a national agency responsible for the accreditation of all UK higher degree programs. XJTLU is located in the Dushu Lake Science, Innovation and Education District, and is well-connected to the Suzhou Old City by public transportation.

Fields of Study

One semester or a year in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), Business and Management, and China Studies. Courses in Mandarin Chinese (required) are also offered. See the full course offering here.

Internships and Service Learning

You will have an opportunity to apply for internships with local multinational corporations, which will enhance your studies and your resume. Social service opportunities with local NGOs will also be available.

Accommodation

You will live at XJTLU's R&D Apartments, a short walk from the XJTLU campus. There are two alternatives - a one-bedroom apartment or a 3 bed shared apartment. Rooms conform to international standards.

Program Fee

$10,800 per semester. Click here for what is included, and additional expenses, including meals, airfare and miscellaneous.

Application Deadline

November 1st for Spring 2014.

About Suzhou

Suzhou is an ancient city on the lower reaches of the Yangzi River, only 30 minutes by high-speed train from Shanghai. With over 2,500 years of history, it retains its ancient atmosphere, yet has recently added nearby 21st century districts. The Old City's canals, stone bridges, pagodas and gardens make it one of the top tourist attractions in China. Suzhou is often dubbed the “Venice of the East.” The Suzhou Industrial Park, beside Jinji Lake, lies to the east of Suzhou's Old City. It hosts 3,200 international companies, of which 76 are Fortune 500 members. Just south of the Suzhou Industrial Park is the Dushu Lake Science, Innovation and Education District, home of several universities, as well as high-tech and creative companies in biomedicine, nanotechnology, integrated communication, software design, animation and digital media.

To learn more about living in Suzhou, visit www.moresuzhou.com.

Excursions

In and around the Old City, you can visit the canals, world-famous gardens, Han Shan Temple and Tiger Hill. In nearby Shanghai, you can see the colonial Bund, the Shanghai Museum, with its outstanding collections of Chinese art, and the 400-year-old Yu Gardens. Farther afield, there's Hangzhou, home of the West Lake, and unchanged river towns. You will also spend one week visiting other cities in China.

Program Dates

Spring 2014: Late January through May. Dates are approximate, as Chinese universities may not confirm semester dates until shortly before the term starts. There will be an on-site orientation after the start of classes.

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