Why study or learn Chinese language with Beiyan Language and Culture Institute ?

Beiyan Language and Culture Institute offers the only Chinese language training with GUARANTEED RESULTS in China thanks to BLCI's teacher quality and unique teaching method.

Are the courses taught in Chinese, English or French ?

All courses are taught in Chinese by global immersion.

Are your study programs open to international students ?

Our linguistic programs welcome students from all Nationalities. Whatever level, our programs are taught in total linguistic immersion. If needed teachers use English language to explain misunderstood. Each afternoon if needed you can ask BLCI's assistance in English, French, Spanish or German.

Absolutely beginner, which chinese language level will i reach in one semester or academic year study ?

All depends on you. A level of 600-750 chinese characters seems to be a reasonable objective for one semester and 1200-1500 characters for one year study.

Are chinese business management courses taught in English ?

Chinese business management courses are only taught in English by Chinese specialists.

Do BLCI trainings lead to a diploma? In which language?

BLCI trainings lead to linguistic training certificate in Chinese, English or French who explains contents of the followed program, used teaching supports, student's linguistic level and results in the matters of the course (explanations based on the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System).

What about medical insurance?

We advice you to update your family's plan or your own current medical insurance before your stay. A semester of comprehensive coverage will cost about 90 € and up (160 €/academic year), depending on how comprehensive the insurance is. Whether you decide, we highly recommend that you are absolutely clear of what kind of insurance you are getting before you purchase a plan or agree to someone else purchasing one for you.

What's about daily life budget?

Food budget : 30-40 CNY (3-4 € / 4-5 US$ / 4-5 CAD / 5-6,5 CHF) per day should be enough for 3 good meals for eating out at cafeterias and restaurants on campus. Chinese food is almost always less expensive and served in bigger portions than Western food, also Western food budget is a bit more than 8 €.
Entertainment : pool = about 1,5 €/hour, www = 0,5-1 €/hour, bowling = 3-4 €/game, tennis = about 2,5 €/hour for the court, subway ticket downtown fare 5 CNY/one way, taxi fare downtown 10-35 CNY, bus fare is 1-6 CNY depending on distance.

Does one need a medical insurance?

Yes a medical insurance is desirable and obligatory for the studies of more than 4 weeks in Popular republic of China. Only semester and academic year training include the obligatory medical insurance for long-term students. This medical insurance covers only the expenses and care of hospitalization related to an accident (for example, a simple cold or a sexually transmitted disease are not covered).

How can I get or exchange money while I am in Beijing?

You may bring cash or traveler's checks with you. Cash advances can be drawn over the counter at most large banks for a transaction charge. Students may open a bank account through Bank of china near BLCI and transfer funds from accounts in your home country. ATM machines are available at limited Bank of China and CITIC Industrial Bank locations.

When should I plan to arrive and depart?

Plan on arriving the start date and depart on the day the program ends for short term programs. Plan on arriving 4 days before start date and depart on the day the program ends for long term programs (semester and academic year programs). If you wish to stay longer after the program ends, ask us about availabilities and additional fee application.

What about if I have a problem in China while on the program?

Students arrange visa, insurance and airfare in their home country and BLCI's staff care every detail while students are in China. Our team will be able to help you with any problem or concern that you may have during your studies in China.