Fudan University — Shanghai, China

Location / “The Scene”

Quick Profile
Location: Shanghai, China
Population: 19 million
Student Enrollment: 25,000
International Students: 4,500
Semester Load: 3-5 courses
Required GPA: 2.75/4.0
Academic Dates: Feb - June : July - Nov Program Calendar

Fudan University is the leading university in Shanghai and one of the top universities in China. It was found in 1905 and today is at the forefront of cultivating talent for modern China. Fudan has an enrollment of 25,000 full-degree candidates and another 11,000 studying at the schools of continuing education and on-line education. The university consults with the high-tech industry to ensure that courses blend the latest innovations with theoretical knowledge. In recent years, the university has been proactive in attracting some of the best talent and maintaining its place among the most-respected tertiary institutions in China. The campus combines modern China with the traditions and customs of its rich history. Its modern towers complement beautiful Chinese gardens and provide a stimulating and contemplative environment for learning.

Internship

Students participating on the Shanghai semester program have the option to undertake a part-time internship in conjunction with their academic studies. Students will be placed in an internship matching their academic or personal interest needs as closely as possible. No matter the assigned internship, students consider the opportunity to immerse oneself into daily Chinese working life a highlight of the program.

Integrated Housing

Students will live in pre-arranged off-campus apartments within close proximity of campus. The apartments are fully furnished and include internet and phone service. A feature of our program is integrated housing, with students sharing the apartments with local Chinese students to enhance their cultural immersion. Apartments are located within security compounds in good neighborhoods. On-campus housing is available upon request. Click here for more information on the benefits of The Education Abroad Network Premier Housing.

Includes Technology Package with internet access and local phone service.

Academics

Students attending our Shanghai Program at Fudan University will choose from the following menu of options to customize their academic program to meet their requirements and interests:

Chinese History and Culture (required core course) - Includes two weekend field trips that will give students an understanding of modern China and provide insight into many traditional customs and beliefs
Part-time or full-time Internship
Business Course - Doing Business in China and the Chinese Economy (includes four industry visits)
Language Course - Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced available
Sample of other available courses: Gender Studies and Sociology in Modern China, Chinese-U.S. Relations, and Chinese Calligraphy

Additional courses will be added at a later date.

Other Courses taught in English (Sample from Fall 2008)

Macroeconomics A
Chinese Modern History
China’s Media and Politics in the Context of Globalization
Strategic Management
Business Strategy Analysis
Financial Accounting
Service Marketing
Cross-culture management
Public Relations
Introduction to Buddhism
History of Chinese Thought
History of Diplomacy In Modern China
Sino-U.S. Relations and the Rise of Asia
Urban Development and Management
China’s Long Twentieth Century: From Agrarian Empire to Industrial Giant
Debating Globalization
Developmental Economics
International Finance
Projects Evaluation and Firms Valuation
Doing Business Abroad
Business Management
Entrepreneurial Development
International Markets Intelligence
Regional Scenarios of Asia Pacific
International Economic Politics
International Negotiations
Ethics in Professional Practice
Scientific and Technological Perspective
Sociopolitical Perspective

Program Highlights

Study at one of the top five universities in China
Unique academic structure with opportunities to take classes taught in English with local Chinese and other international students
A variety of program options allows participants to customize their own academic schedule
Live with Chinese students and other study abroad students in our high-quality off-campus apartments for a more integrated experience
Chinese language instruction available for all skill levels
Includes comprehensive 5-day orientation program in Beijing plus other optional excursions

Orientation

All students in our semester programs participate in our extensive five-day in-country orientation program, which combines academic sessions with a series of cultural events designed to introduce students to life in the host country. Each orientation features information on the academic system of the host country, integration issues, medical and other types of support. After the orientation program, students are well-equipped to immerse themselves into their semester abroad.

Highlights include:

Held in vibrant city of Beijing
Integration sessions including: Academic Differences, Banking, Communication, Language and Transportation
Cultural activities, including Tai Chi exercises, an acrobatic performance, and a Welcome Dinner featuring Peking Duck
Spend the night in one of the ancient watchtowers of the Great Wall after sharing a traditional Chinese meal with the local villagers
Trek six miles along a remote and breathtaking section of the Great Wall
Visits to cultural icons, including the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

Pre-Semester Trips & Excursions

For more information visit Trips & Excursions.