AFS: China Summer Language and Culture

Get an introduction to the Mandarin language through immersion in Chinese daily life! This four-week program offers you the opportunity to take introductory language classes during the day, and then put your skills to immediate use by interacting with your host family and friends. With this combination of language lessons and first-hand cultural experience, you’ll be able to improve your Mandarin as you become a part of the community. You’ll also learn about different aspects of Chinese culture through activities like calligraphy, martial arts, and cooking classes.

With this program you’ll get the chance to study “survival” Mandarin, focusing on the most important, practical phrases you’ll need to navigate daily life. You’ll be taught by certified language teachers for a total of 45 hours over the course of four weeks. The rest of your time can be spent with your host family and friends, putting that language learning to use in context. Become a cultural insider in China with AFS!