Mandarin House, Beijing, China
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General Information on Beijing
Beijing, one of the biggest cities in the world, is not only interesting due to the great economic boom they are experiencing but especially because of its astonishing history and culture.Beyond the modernity, Beijing offers a bountiful mixture of traditional lane houses (hutong), parks, architectural and cultural treasures and exquisite temples.
Cost of living in China
In the opinion of finance experts the price of a Big Mac is a good indicator of living expenses. The price of a Big Mac in China is around US$ 1.20.
General Information on Mandarin House
The language school Mandarin House was founded in Beijing, China in 2003. The Beijing Hua Mao Center is located in the China Central Place development and within easy reach of some of Beijing's most popular shopping and nightlife destinations. It is only 15 minutes from Sanlitun bar street, the premier club and pub area for expats in Beijing and within 5 minutes drive of the airport expressway.
Facilities
Our tranquil center offers general and business Chinese courses and a professional friendly learning environment. Students can enjoy their class break in the downstairs relaxation area or on the balconies overlooking the central courtyard garden, surf the net and share a cup of coffee or traditional Chinese tea.
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Beijing Capital International Airport. It takes 40 minutes by car to school.
2.1. Language School Mandarin House in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 50 Adult courses throughout the year: 30 Junior courses in summer: 20 | |
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| Average no. of levels: | in summer: 5 throughout the year: 5 | |
| Chinese teacher qualifications: | 100 % hold a university degree 80 % hold a recognised language teaching qualification | |
| Facilities for disabled students: | no | |
| Average age of students: | in summer: 24 years throughout the year: 29 years | |
| Minimum age of students: | 16 years 12 years for specific Junior courses | |
| Student nationalities: | England 15 % France 5 % Holland 5 % | Italy 7 % Japan 3 % Korea 3 % Switzerland 5 % Spain 4 % USA 20 % |
All prices in EURO (convert currency) Below the original school prices are displayed. The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.
| 1 Standard CourseLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | 357 | 536 | 672 | 840 | 1008 | 1239 | 1548 | 1732 | 143 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 11.Feb, 10.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 30.Jun, 14.Jul, 28.Jul, 25.Aug, 22.Sep, 27.Oct, 24.Nov, 22.Dec High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in %: 15 % | |||||||||
| 2 Executive CourseLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 1 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | 905 | 1358 | 1684 | 2105 | 2400 | 3200 | 3789 | 4547 | 378 |
| Dates | High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in %: 15 % | |||||||||
| 3 Summer ?Camp (12-17 years)Lessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 12 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | 1368 | 1947 | 2453 | 2947 | 3316 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Includes: 20 lessons per week, textbook and materials, accommodation in shared room or single room with 3 meals and two snacks daily, 4 afternoon activities & one day excursion weekly, laundry service once every two weeks, supervision by local staff and monitors living in, language proficiency certificate at end of program upon request. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: 16.Jun, 23.Jun, 30.Jun, 07.Jul, 14.Jul, 21.Jul, 28.Jul, 04.Aug, 11.Aug Starting dates for beginners 16.Jun, 30.Jun, 14.Jul, 28.Jul, 11.Aug High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Elementary (A2) | |||||||||
| 4 Work & StudyLessons per week: 20 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1084 | -- | 1653 | -- |
| Prices include: 4 weeks standard course and internship placement fees of a 4 or 8 weeks unpaid internship in a Chinese company. Please note: It is not always possible to find a placement that matches exactly your choice. | ||||||||||
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in %: 15 % | |||||||||
| 5 Combined (20 group+5 individual)Lessons per week: 25 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | 538 | 807 | 997 | 1247 | 1496 | 1848 | 2310 | 2646 | 221 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 11.Feb, 10.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 30.Jun, 14.Jul, 28.Jul, 25.Aug, 22.Sep, 27.Oct, 24.Nov, 22.Dec High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in %: 15 % | |||||||||
| 6 Combined (20 group+10 individual)Lessons per week: 30 / Max. group size: 10 | ||||||||||
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
| Price EURO | -- | 693 | 1040 | 1302 | 1627 | 1953 | 2478 | 3097 | 3528 | 294 |
| Dates | Starting dates: Every Monday Starting dates for beginners 07.Jan, 11.Feb, 10.Mar, 07.Apr, 05.May, 02.Jun, 30.Jun, 14.Jul, 28.Jul, 25.Aug, 22.Sep, 27.Oct, 24.Nov, 22.Dec High season dates 01.Jun - 31.Aug | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 Afternoon: 14:30 - 16:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in %: 15 % | |||||||||
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| Click here for calculation of course prices >> | |
| Note: All courses offered by Mandarin House, Beijing can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form. | |
| Inscription fee: | 53.00 EURO |
| Individual classes: | Individual tuition can only be booked in a whole individual course package. |
| Prices include: | For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program, Language level placement at first day of course, Free certificate of course attendance, Internet access, tuition |
| Course material: | Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 16 per sub level EURO. |
| Exams offered: | HSK Exam |
| Average examination results: | 90 at HSK Exam |
| School closed: | National holidays in China: 01.Jan, 07.Feb, 08.Feb, 09.Feb, 01.May, 02.May, 03.May, 01.Oct, 02.Oct, 03.Oct And also on the following dates 04.Feb, 05.Feb, 06.Feb, 29.Sep, 30.Sep |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Chinese, German, English |
| Languages taught at the school: | Chinese |
| Please note that one level finishes in 4 weeks. Materials for one level costs around 30 Euros. | |
All prices in EURO (convert currency)
| 1 Shared Apartment // single room, self catering | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 2 / Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 150 | 505 | 53 | |
| Free broadband Internet access. Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 21 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| Dates | Course not available: 01.Jun - 30.Sep | |||
| 2 Private Apartment // single room, self catering | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 2 / Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 230 | 800 | 53 | |
| Free broadband Internet access. Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 37 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| Dates | Course not available: 01.Jun - 30.Sep | |||
| 3 Homestay // single room, half board | ||||
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| Minimum stay in weeks: 2 / Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport | ||||
| Accommodation | weekly rate | monthly rate | One-time fee (charged by school) | |
| Price EURO | 170 | 589 | 53 | |
| Please note that during the high season period, some host families are average 60 minutes away from the school, and some are single people.
Includes: Kitchen, Half board (breakfast + 1 meal), Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 24 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||
| Comment | Please note that week fee is from Sunday after 12pm to Saturday before 12pm. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
| Single room | always |
| Optional airport transfer: | yes, for 37 EURO (one way) |
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| Leisure activities: | activity possible | course possible | organized by school | distance from school |
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| Dancing |  | 0 km | ||
| Golf | | 0 km | ||
| Horse riding | | 0 km | ||
| Mountainbiking | | 0 km | ||
| Music | | 0 km | ||
| Skiing | | 0 km | ||
| Squash | | 0 km | ||
| Tennis | | 0 km | ||
| Volleyball | | 0 km | ||
| Other leisure options: | Martial Art, Chinese Calligraphy, Chinese Cooking, Great Wall, Excursions. | |||
| No. of evaluations: | 1 |
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Mandarin House, Beijing, China
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