» Located in the world famous scenic city of Guilin
» Peaceful, secure learning environment
» Academically recognized within China and by leading accreditation institutions abroad
» Highly qualified, internationally experienced staff devoted to serving the university
» Comparatively low fees and living costs
» Excellent student support services
» Provides a bridge to the mysterious Eastern culture
» Advanced linguistic-training facilities and diverse Chinese cultural programmes
» Regular arrangements for informative cultural tours
» Convenient transportation connections to East and Southeast Asia
Academic Calendar
Time allocation of universities in China divides one academic year into two semesters, Autumn semester and Spring semester, about 20 weeks each semester.
• Autumn semester (the first semester): September to January
• Spring semester (the second semester): March to July
• Further notice if any changes.
The Calendar of Spring Semester, 2009
Guilin University of Technology
• Registration date for Returning Students: Feb 27th, 28th and March 1st
• Classes start date for Returning Students: March 2nd
• Registration date for Freshers: March 6th and 7th (08:00--18:00)
• Orientation Day for Freshers: March 8th (09:00--12:00)
• Classes start date for Freshers: March 9th
• Health Check for Freshers: March 13th (08:00--12:00)
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School Calendar from March 2009 to July 2009
GUILIN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
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Registration Day for Returning Students
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Registration Day for Returning Students
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Registration Day for Returning Students
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新生报名
Registration Day for Freshers
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Registration Day for Freshers
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新生开学典礼
Orientation Day for Freshers
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Class starts for Freshers
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Health Check for Freshers
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Exams Day
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Exams Day
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Exams Day
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Exams Day
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公布成绩
办理暑假手续
Exam Results
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暑假开始
Summer Vacation
starts
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Everyday class schedule of GUT
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Class periods
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Time
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1--2
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8:10--10:00
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3--4
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10:20--12:00
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5--6
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14:30--16:10
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7--8
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16:20--18:00
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18:20--20:00
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11--12
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20:10--21:50
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Undergraduate Courses
Undergraduate Programmes of GUT (4 years; Autumn Semester )
BA. Accounting
BA. Administrative Management
BA. Advertising
BA. Animation
BA. Art design
BA. Business Management
BA. E-Commerce
BA. English
BA. Human Resources Management
BA. Information Management and Information Systems
BA. Japanese
BA. Marketing
BA. Project Management
BA. Tourism Management
BEc. International Trade and Economics
BEng. Architecture
BEng. Automation
BEng. Bio-engineering
BEng. Chemical Engineering and Technology
BEng. Civil Engineering
BEng. Communications Engineering
BEng. Computer Science and Technology
BEng. Electronic Information Engineering
BEng. Environmental Engineering
BEng. Hydrographic and Resources Engineering
BEng. Industrial Design
BEng. Inorganic and Non-metallic Materials Engineering
BEng. Jewelry and Materials Technology
BEng. Macromolecular Materials and Engineering
BEng. Mechanic Manufacture & Automation
BEng. Prospecting and Engineering
BEng. Resource Exploration Engineering
BEng. Survey Engineering
BEng. Urban Planning
BEng. Water Supply and Drainage Engineering
BSc. Applied Chemistry
BSc. Applied Physics
BSc. Electronic Information Science and Technology
BSc. Environmental Science
BSc. Forestry Resources Protection and Leisure
BSc. Geographic Information Systems
BSc. Geology
BSc. Geophysics
BSc. Information and Computing Science
BSc. Materials Chemistry
BSc. Resources Environment and Urban and Regional Planning Management
BSc. Statistics
LLB. Social Work
Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate Programmes of GUT (2-3 years; Autumn Semester )
MA. Business Management
MA. Foreign Language and Applied Linguistics
MA. Tourism Management
MEc. Industrial Economics
MEc. Statistics
MEng. Applied Chemistry
MEng. Cartography and Geographic Information Engineering
MEng. Chemistry Techniques
MEng. Computer Applications Technology
MEng. Environmental Engineering
MEng. Environmental Science
MEng. Geodetics and Survey Engineering
MEng. Geologic Engineering
MEng. Geotechnical Engineering
MEng. Hydrography and Water Resources
MEng. Materials Physics and Chemistry
MEng. Materials Processing Engineering
MEng. Materials Science
MEng. Mineral Exploration and Survey
MEng. Monitoring Technology and Automatic Equipment
MEng. Municipal Engineering
MEng. Natural Calamity Precaution and Protection
MEng. Structural Geology
MEng. Structural Engineering
MEng. Terrestrial and Information Technology
MEng. Urban Planning
ML. Chinese Ethnic Economics
ML. Ideological and Political Education
ML. Principle Theory of Marxism
MSc. Analytical Chemistry
MSc. Geochemistry
MSc. Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics
MSc. Metallurgy
MSc. Mineralogy
MSc. Paleontology and Stratigraphy
MSc. Petrology
MSc. Quaternary Geology
Three Levels in Long-term Chinese Language Programmes
The Programmes last from six months to three years. students are placed into classes of different levels according to their proficiency in Chinese upon enrollment. the classes are divided into three levels: elementary, intermediate, and advanced.
The elementary level accepts international students with no foundation of Chinese language. it concentrates on teaching students basic Chinese knowledge and training their language skills.
The intermediate level aims at those international students who have had above 600 level hours to study Chinese and have grasped over 2,000 vocabularies. it focuses on further developing students’ reading and writing skills while enhancing their basic Chinese knowledge.
The advanced level is for those international students who have had above 1,200 level hours to study Chinese and have grasped over 3,500 words. its emphasis is on training students’ overall Chinese language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and helping students gain an insight into Chinese culture and society.
Educational objective:
(a) Elementary level:
The students shall have language communication abilities for daily life and make basis for future studies. The students shall have the ability to apply modern Chinese in real use and have comprehensive abilities of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students are required to grasp approximately 3,000 words, 800 everyday expressions and basic grammar in common use every academic year.
(b) Intermediate level:
To further the students' understanding towards Chinese, to improve their real ability of language communication, and to help them make foundations for studies in advanced phases. To foster the students to have a better understandings towards Chinese culture. To require the students to grasp 5,000 words, 2,200 everyday expressions, and basic grammar on what has already been achieved.
(c) Advanced level:
After 1 year of study, the students shall be able to skillfully use Chinese in their own specialized field and make a sound foundation for further studies. The students shall be able to understand the social life, politics, economy, local conditions and traditional customs of China on a broader background. The students can grasp over 7,000 words and approximately 4,000 Chinese characters in common use.
In general, after one to two years' training in these language Programmes, the students would be enabled to attend the classes instructed in normal speed Chinese for the native Chinese students. The students whose Chinese proficiency meet the HSK test requirement (HSK band 3 for natural science students and HSK band 6 for liberal arts students and HSK band 6 for prosgraduate studies) and other related conditions can be recommended by the College of International Education to conduct undergraduate study in other colleges or departments of Guilin University of Technology.
General Chinese (basic/intermediate/advanced)
Long-term: 1 semester or 1 academic year (start date: March or September)
Each academic year has two semesters. applicants can choose an appropriate level of course according to their Chinese language proficiency. mid-term intake is allowed.
Courses Description:
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Learning Outcome
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Duration
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Main Courses
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Elementary
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Students are expected to grasp basic phones and tones, and use 3,000 words and 1,600 Chinese characters. at the end of the course, students should have a basic command in listening, speaking, reading, and writing which meets the needs of daily living and study.
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1 year
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Elementary integrated Chinese
Elementary Chinese speaking
Elementary Chinese listening
Elementary Chinese reading
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Intermediate
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Students will be able to use 5,000words and 2,200 Chinese characters. at the end of the course students should have a good command in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and can deal with undergraduate study in China.
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1 year
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Intermediate Integrated Chinese
Intermediate Chinese Listening
Intermediate Chinese Speaking
Intermediate Chinese Reading
Intermediate Chinese Writing
Elective Courses
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Advanced
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Students will be able to use 7,000 words and 4,000 Chinese characters. students should be able to listen to Chinese programs on the radio, read Chinese newspapers, and deal with postgraduate study in China. The language skills will equip students with the ability to get better involved in various social, life, and work fields, such as tourism and business.
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1 year
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Advanced Integrated Chinese
Advanced Chinese Conversation
Advanced Chinese Listening
Advanced Chinese Newspaper Reading
Communicating in Chinese
Elective courses
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Academic Year:
First semester: March --- July
Second semester: September --- January
Application time:
Spring semester: Before January 15th
Autumn semester: Before July 15th
Beginners’ Short-term Chinese Language Programme in 2009
China is an oriental nation with a long history of civilization. If you are interested in learning the Chinese language, knowing about China's politics, economy and ancient civilization, and visiting places of historical interest and scenic attractions, just join in our short-term programme in Chinese language and culture. In the course of the programme, you can study Chinese, attend series of lectures on Chinese culture such as Chinese history, culture, economy, education, arts, etc., In the meanwhile you can visit some historical relics and scenic attractions, factories, countryside, local families, and talk with Chinese students. As Guilin is a city world-renowned for its unique beauty of mountains and rivers, the college can also help you with your tour in Guilin and its vicinity. Anyway, our Chinese language-culture programmes organized during the summer or winter break will make your vacation a pleasant, meaningful and unforgettable one.
>> Duration: 8 weeks
>> Start time:
1. April 9th 2009 to early June 2009;
2. October 15th 2009 to early December 2009
>> Suitable applicants: Chinese language beginners
>> Curriculum:
Morning: mainly Chinese reading and writing as well as listening and oral Chinese .
Afternoon: mainly culture courses like music, calligraphy, painting, Chinese martial arts and lectures on Chinese history, culture and economic.
>> Language practice: Visits to some scenic spots in Guilin, city markets, factories, middle schools, visiting local Chinese families, hospitals, kindergartens and so on. Language practice is usually held on Wednesday afternoons or Saturdays.
>> Trips: Self-paid trips to Yang Shuo, Long Shen, Xin An, etc. can be arranged if more than 15 students are willing to go. Tour in Guilin can be self-arranged by students.
>> Certificates: College of International Education (CIE) will issue certificates for completion of study indicating the study periods.
>>Application deadline:
1.Before March 9th 2009 for the spring semester; or
2.Before September 15th 2009 for the fall semester.
>>Visa: ●Please apply for a "F" visa (visitor’s visa) valid for over 90 days by going to the Chinese embassy in your country with the Admission notice and visa application form (JW202) from us.
●If you apply after March 9th (or September 15th ) or receive no Admission Notice and JW202 form from us, please contact CIE for permission, and then apply for a tourist visa valid for over 30 days.
●Those who are already in Guilin and have the residence permit or visa valid for more than 60 days can apply before the class begins.
>> Fees:
1. Tuition: 4,500 CNY / person
2. Registration fee: 350 CNY / person
3. Textbooks, visa, resident permit and other fees will be covered by students themselves.
Summer/Winter Vacation Camp
(only for 15 students or more)
1. Aim: To offer Chinese training Programmes in different levels according to the language ability of the students, and to help students gain a general understanding about Chinese language and culture.
2. Duration: 2 to 5 weeks in the winter or summer vacation.
3. Main Courses: Chinese intensive reading, speaking, listening; Chinese characters; Chinese culture; etc. (the courses can be adjusted according to the requirements of the students). In addition, cultural traveling activities will be arranged to enable students to gain a basic knowledge of 5,000 years of Chinese history and culture as well as to allow them to enjoy the beautiful Scenery of Guilin--the world-famous scenic city of China.
>> Fees:
1. Tuition: 900 CNY / week
2. Registration fee: 350 CNY / person
3. Textbooks, visa, resident permit and other fees will be covered by students themselves.
Tuitions of Programmes
For Year 2010
(7 CNY ≈ 1 USD )
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Programmes
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Application Deadline
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Long-term Chinese Language Courses(Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced levels)
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7,000 CNY/ semester
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March and September
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11,800 CNY / academic year
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March and September
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One-on-one Chinese language Course
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100 CNY/ hour
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Anytime
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Summer/Winter Camp Chinese Cultural Tour
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800 CNY/ week
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Anytime
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Undergraduate Programmes
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13,800 CNY/ academic year
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Autumn Semester: Before Sep 1
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Postgraduate Programmes
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16,000 CNY/ academic year
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Autumn Semester: Before Sep 1
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General Visiting Scholars
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Liberal Arts, Economics, Management
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13,800 CNY / academic year
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Autumn Semester: Before Sep 1
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Science, Engineering, Fine arts
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16,000 CNY/ academic year
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Autumn Semester: Before Sep 1
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* The above amount would be slightly adjusted according to the current admission policy
of GUT.
• Other costs
1、Application & Registration fee: 350 CNY / person
2、Student should self pay the extra fees upon the arrival at Guilin University of Technology:
1) Health Check: 260 CNY (Once Only)
2) Residence Permit: 400 CNY / within one year
3) Health Insurance: 600 CNY/ year
4) Textbooks: about 300 CNY/ year
Qualifications & Requirements for Admission
>Qualifications for Admission
Willing to abide by the law of the people’s republic of China and the rules and Regulations of Guilin University of Technology.
> Required documents
Certificates, diplomas and transcripts should be notarized by the local notarization authorities. the transcripts should be translated into Chinese or english.
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Undergraduate Programmes
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Postgraduate Programmes
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General Visiting Scholar
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Application Form for International Students to Guilin University of Technology
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Senior High School Transcripts
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Two recommendation letters signed by professors or associate professors
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Chinese Cultural Tour
To provide a good opportunity for groups of international students and visitors to promote their understanding of Chinese language & culture, Chinese history, education in China, scenic attractions and historical relics in Guilin and to experience the on-going reforms and great changes in China.
I. Objectives
1. At the end of the designed programme with a mandarin language curriculum of 10-16 class hours per week, learners of elementary level, intermediate level and advanced level are expected respectively to learn by heart 50-100 characters each week and be able to
(1) Communicate in Chinese with simple and brief, fairly fluent, and sort of sophisticated Chinese expressions accordingly;
(2) Understand simple, special, and standard basic daily conversations in Chinese accordingly;
(3) Grasp basic Chinese character structural formation and stroke orders;
(4) Grasp basic Chinese pronunciation and grammar, sound right and use grammar in an acceptable way;
2. At the end of the component of 4-6 class hours per week of cultural lecture series, visits and field trips, participants are expected to :
(1) Have a brief understanding of Chinese history and civilization;
(2) Have a general impression of Chinese society and experience the Chinese way of life;
(3) Learn basic theories and skills of Chinese painting and calligraphy;
(4) Learn about Chinese folk art and folklore;
(5) Have a general knowledge of the Chinese culture, minority ethnic mores in Guangxi, and the historical relics and scenic attractions in Guilin.
II. Curricula
i) Language courses
1. Chinese reading
2. Chinese listening and speaking
3. Chinese video show
ii) Cultural activities and lectures
1.Chinese painting and calligraphy
2.Chinese Wushu (Taiji and shadow boxing included)
3.Traditional/folk health care in China (Qigong, medicated food, massage and acupuncture)
4.Chinese folk music (Erhu, Pipa, Guzheng, etc.)
5.Chinese handiwork
6.Chinese chess
7.Minority ethnic groups in Guangxi
8.Historical relics and scenic attractions in Guilin: aesthetic appreciation
9.Guilin and its historical relics
10.Chinese tourism
11.Women and family in China
12.Education in China: past and present
13.Chinese cooking and tea culture
Note: arrangements beyond the above-mentioned themes and activities can be made as needed.
III. Extra-curricular activities
1. Visits (to kindergartens, high schools, families, hospitals, markets)
2. Tours and field trips to ethnic minority areas, historical relics and cultural/scenic attractions around Guilin;
3. Recreational and sports activities with Chinese students, and people in the communities;
4. Internships and social work.
IV. Costs quotations are made in accordance with the type of programme, varieties of activities and number of people in a group as scheduled.