Mandarin House, Shanghai, China
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General Information on Mandarin House
The language school Mandarin House was founded in Shanghai, China in 2003. Located in the most prestigious building of central Shanghai. A relaxing, professional and friendly learning environment providing international students with everything they need to focus on learning Chinese, make new friends and maximize their experience in China.
Facilities
Nice garden, bright classrooms, multimedia facilities, student lounge, coffee corner, computer lab, free broadband Internet access.
Airport transfer
Best arrival airport is Pudong International Airport. It takes 50 minutes by car to school.
2.1. Language School Mandarin House in figures
| Average no. of students: | Adult courses in summer: 110 Adult courses throughout the year: 70 Junior courses in summer: 30 | |
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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: | Germany 10 % England 10 % France 5 % Holland 5 % | Italy 7 % Japan 3 % Korea 3 % Switzerland 6 % Spain 5 % USA 25 % |
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.
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 565 | 847 | 1059 | 1324 | 1588 | 1976 | 2471 | 2753 | 229 |
| Intensive 30.... six group lessons a day from 9am to 15:20pm Monday to Friday. Improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, the fundamental four bricks of building a foundation for the language. Minimum duration 2 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in: 10 % High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 400 | 600 | 753 | 941 | 1129 | 1412 | 1765 | 1976 | 165 |
| Minimum duration 2 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| General course schedule | Morning: 9:00 - 12:30 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in: 10 % High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 240 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 240 |
| Private lessons..... 1 student = 24 Euro Flexible course schedule and flexible course locations. Transportation fee will be added for lessons outside of school. | ||||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 985 | 1643 | 2347 | 2864 | 3404 | 4061 | 5137 | 6274 | -- | -- |
| Full Camp for Teenagers 13 to 15 year old - prices include registration; 25 language lessons per week; textbook and materials; Accommodation in shared or single room with 3 meals and snack; 2 cultural activities & 1 field trip per week; Saturday excursion; Evenings and Sundays are self-study or rest time; High season charge; Supervision by staff and living in monitor; Language proficiency certificate at end of program upon request Non-Beginners can join on any Monday from June 14 to August 09, 2010. All programs must finish by Aug. 20, 2010 | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 14.Jun.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 09.Aug.2010 Beginner level start only: 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | 899 | 1475 | 2095 | 2538 | 2996 | 3572 | 4496 | -- | -- | -- |
| Homestay Camp for Young Adults 16 to 18 year old - prices include registration; 25 language lessons per week; textbook and materials; Accommodation in single room homestay half board; Lunch and snack at school Monday to Friday; 2 cultural activities & 1 field trip per week; Saturday excursion; High season charge; Language proficiency certificate at end of program upon request. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 14.Jun.2010, 21.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 05.Jul.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 19.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 02.Aug.2010, 09.Aug.2010 Beginner level start only: 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 1288 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price includes Registration fee, 40 Chinese group lessons, text book and materials, airport pick up, single room in shared apartment, 4 afternoon cultural activities and 2 evening visits, 2 Saturday excursions. Private Studio apartment is available upon request for extra 188 Euro | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | 2010: 08.Mar.2010, 03.May.2010, 18.Oct.2010 Beginner level start only: 08.Mar.2010, 03.May.2010, 18.Oct.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2753 | -- |
| 24 weeks semester course: EUR 5082, 36 weeks....7024 Euro 48 weeks....9024 Euro For students who want to create opportunities for career development, or students who will go to Chinese university for specialized study. Six group lessons a day from 9am to 15:20pm Monday to Friday to improve Chinese in all aspects including listening, speaking, reading and writing Chinese characters. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | -- | -- | 1275 | -- | -- | 1945 | -- | -- | -- |
| 4 or 8 weeks standard course + 8 to 24 weeks unpaid internship in a Chinese company. Combine a Chinese course with on-the-job exposure for professional practices, develop and enhance Chinese skills in a working environment. A great way to learn about the different company culture in China. Please note: It is not always possible to find a placement that matches exactly your choice. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Lower intermediate (B1) | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in: 10 % High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 612 | 918 | 1176 | 1471 | 1765 | 2259 | 2824 | 3247 | 271 |
| Minimum duration 2 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| Required minimum language level | Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required | |||||||||
| High season | High season supplement in: 10 % High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | [+] |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 824 | 1235 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 3106 | 3882 | 4518 | 376 |
| Minimum duration 2 weeks. | ||||||||||
| Starting dates: | Every Monday Beginner level start only: 11.Jan.2010, 08.Feb.2010, 08.Mar.2010, 06.Apr.2010, 03.May.2010, 31.May.2010, 14.Jun.2010, 28.Jun.2010, 12.Jul.2010, 26.Jul.2010, 09.Aug.2010, 23.Aug.2010, 20.Sep.2010, 18.Oct.2010, 15.Nov.2010, 13.Dec.2010 | |||||||||
| 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: 10 % High season dates 01.Jun.2010, 01.Jul.2010, 01.Aug.2010 | |||||||||
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| Note: All courses offered by Mandarin House, Shanghai 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. | |
| Lesson duration (minutes): | 50 minutes |
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| School's administrative fee: | 58.00 EURO |
| Exams offered: | HSK Exam |
| Average examination results: | 90 at HSK Exam |
| School closed: | In 2010 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2010, 14.Feb.2010, 15.Feb.2010, 01.May.2010, 01.Oct.2010, 02.Oct.2010, 16.Feb.2010, 17.Feb.2010, 13.Feb.2010, 05.Apr.2010, 16.Jun.2010, 22.Sep.2010, 03.Oct.2010, 24.Dec.2010 |
| Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school): | Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Dutch, German, French, English |
| Comments about courses: | Please note that one level finishes in 4 weeks. |
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Show details of all accommodations | weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 362 | 544 | 621 | 135 | 58 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday located in residential buildings - apartments are simple, furnished and equipped - apartments and rooms of different sizes and characteristics - you will share the apartment with other international students - you will have your own bedroom - bedroom with bed, desk, chair, wardrobe - bed linen, towels, blanket provided - no meals are provided - each apartment has a kitchen - fridge, microwave, stove, pans and cutlery - shared bathroom - washing machine, TV, air-conditioning are provided - free broadband Internet access - telephone and free local phone calls - water, gas, electricity are provided - cleaning service once a week - average 30 minutes from the school Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 24 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 362 | 544 | 621 | 135 | 58 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday full immersion - experience every day life first hand - share in meals, conversation, and daily activities - you will have your own single room - bed, desk, chair, wardrobe - bed linen, towels, blanket provided - access to shared equipped kitchen - fridge, microwave, stove, pans and cutlery - breakfast and dinner are provided - shared bathroom - washing machine, TV, air-conditioning are provided - free broadband Internet access - telephone and free local phone calls - water, gas, electricity are provided - average 50 minutes from the school - shops, banks and post office in the area Distance from school: 50 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, Air conditioning, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 24 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
| weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | [+] | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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| Price in EURO | -- | 518 | 776 | 1035 | 246 | 58 |
| Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday clean, private and comfortable living experience - in residential buildings - apartments are simple, furnished and equipped - bed, desk, chair, wardrobe - bed linen, towels, blanket provided - fridge, microwave, stove, pans and cutlery - washing machine, TV, air-conditioning are provided - free broadband Internet access - telephone and free local phone calls - water, gas, electricity are provided - cleaning service once a week - average 30 minutes from the school Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 41 EURO Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price. | ||||||
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| Comment | Please note that a week is from Sunday after 12pm to Saturday before 12pm. |
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| Max. 1 student of each nationality possible? | no |
| Single room | on request |
| Optional airport transfer: | Pudong International Airport: for 45 EURO (one way) |
| 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, boat cruise, city sightseeing | |||
| No. of reviews: | 11 |
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| Overall rating |  4.1/5.0 (Details) |
| City |  4.5/5.0 |
| Organisation | 4.4/5.0 |
| Facilities | 4.1/5.0 |
| Social activities |  3.2/5.0 |
| Course Quality / Progress in language | 4.5/5.0 |
| Value for money | 4.0/5.0 |
| Accommodation | |
| Host Family |  5.0/5.0 |
| Shared flat (apartment) | 4.3/5.0 |
| Other | 3.8/5.0 |
| To see the detailed reviews of former language study participants for Mandarin House, Shanghai click here | |
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Mandarin House, Shanghai, China
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