Chinese Immersion Programme in Beijing
Join us for the Beijing Immersion Programme! Immerse yourself in the blend of tradition and modern life, discover what daily life is like for the people of Beijing, boost your language skills and cultural understanding, and pick up some great teaching resources to bring back to your classroom.
Languages
Immersion programme
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Teacher
14 days
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Face to face
International
Ministry funded
Overview
Teachers of Chinese will have the opportunity to further enhance their language skills and experience Chinese culture more deeply. All the participants will live on a university campus, allowing them to immerse themselves in both university life and daily life of Beijing. This first-hand experience will enhance their ability to teach the Chinese language in their classrooms.
About the course
When:
Departing from Auckland on Sunday 21 September, and returning to Auckland on Saturday 4 October.
Where:
Beijing, China
Application:
Applications open on 14 March 2025 and close on 4 April 2025. No registrations will be accepted after this date.
Please register using the link at the bottom of this page. We will then contact you regarding further information to support your application.
Principals and/or in-school PLDapprovers will be contacted to endorse a teacher’s application.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be NZregistered teachers currently teaching Chinese at a NZ primary, intermediate, orsecondary school and are intending to continue to teach Chinese in NZ in 2026and beyond.
- Pre-Service Teachers and holders of aLAT are not eligible.
- Mustbe a New Zealand passport holder or a New Zealand permanent resident visaholder.
- Must be between the ages of 25 and 55 to meet the eligibility criteria set forth by CLEC.
Places on the trip are very limited and priority will go to those who:
- Are involved in teaching levels 1 to 4 of the Learning Languages area of the curriculum.
- Have a proven track recordin engagement with PLD offered by Tui Tuia | Learning Circle
- Preferably have a proficiency in Chinese at HSK Level 1 or higher
- Are not a native speaker of Chinese.
The programme offers a unique opportunity for Chinese Language teachers to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Beijing, China. During this immersive exploration, participants will engage in linguistic and cultural activities.
Activities
- Making Resources
- Hands-on Cultural Activity
- School visit
- World cultural heritage visit
The programme will help you:
- Deepen your understanding of the Chinese language and culture
- Strengthen your professional network and connect with other passionate Chinese teachers
- Enrich your teaching with fresh passion and insights
What’s included:
- International airfares including any connecting domestic flights
- Online 2-hour orientation zoom
- Enrolment fee, tuition fee, accommodation and learning materials
- Cultural activities in Beijing
- Travel / Health insurance via Allianz (UoA)
What’s not covered
- Visa if required
- Personal spending
This immersion programme is run in partnership with Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC)
and Beijing Language and Culture University.
