I. About Us
Founded in 1901, Shandong University (SDU) is a key comprehensive university under the direct jurisdiction of the Chinese Ministry of Education, and a member university of the nation’s construction plan of world-class universities (Category A). The university comprises eight campuses located in three different cities (Jinan, Qingdao, and Weihai).
Shandong University, Weihai (SDUW), one of the eight campuses, was built in 1984 and is now an open and comprehensive university with a variety of disciplines. Currently, there are nearly 13,000 full-time undergraduate students, more than 300 international students, and more than 2,500 doctoral and master's degree students. Over the years, SDUW has established cooperative relations with 120 universities from 15 countries and regions in the world.
II. Program Overview
This program aims to develop the Chinese language skills of international students and present them with rich and profound Chinese culture. The language training included in the program mainly focuses on improving Chinese speaking skills of international students, while the culture courses focus on helping international students learn and understand Chinese traditional culture and customs. In order to identify various levels of Chinese language proficiencies of international students, the College of International Education arranges a test of Chinese language proficiency at the beginning of the semester and assigns students to classes based on their test results. Classes are set up at different levels based on students' test results. Those who successfully complete the program will be awarded the Certificate of Completion by SDUW.
III. Application Dates
Autumn Semester: September 2024-January 2025
Application Period: April 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Note: Applicants may choose either a one-semester language course or a one-year (two-semester) language course depending on their situation. Applicants are advised to complete their application at least two weeks before the application deadline, as additional documents cannot be submitted after the application system is closed.
IV. Modules
This program includes both compulsory and optional modules, with 20 class hours allocated to the former on a weekly basis.
The class division, curriculum and teaching objectives of the program are shown in the table below.
Course |
Target Student |
Course Arrangement |
Course Objectives (Based on one-semester long study) |
Elementary (Class A) |
Students with Zero-base Chinese |
Comprehensive Reading (I) Oral Chinese (I) Chinese Listening (I) |
-Skillfully use 400 commonly used Chinese characters -Chinese listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities reach HSK 2 or HSK 3 |
Intermediate (Class B) |
Students having taken three-month Chinese courses |
Comprehensive Reading (II-III) Oral Chinese (II-III) Chinese Listening (II- III) |
-Skillfully use 600-1200 commonly-used Chinese characters -Chinese listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities reach HSK 3 or HSK 4 |
Advanced (Class C) |
Students having taken over one-year Chinese courses |
Advanced Chinese Advanced oral Chinese Advanced listening |
-Skillfully use 2500-5000 commonly-used Chinese characters -Chinese listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities reach HSK 5 or HSK6 |
The program also has language and culture courses (optional modules) to present international students with a more comprehensive understanding of China, such as HSK Tutoring, Traditional Chinese Painting, and Traditional Chinese Calligraphy.
V. Entry Requirements
1. General Requirements
(1) Applicants must possess a high school diploma or above;
(2) Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental conditions and possess valid foreign passports;
(3) Applicants under the age of 18 at the time of application need to submit relevant supporting documents at the time of application and entry.
2. Requirements on Citizenship
According to the provisions and stipulations of Notice by the Ministry of Education of Regulating Admission of International Students in China's Higher Education Institutions:
(1) Those who were born with a foreign citizenship with their parents (or parent) as Chinese citizens that stay abroad permanently are not considered as Chinese citizens. From 2021 onwards, their application for admission to our higher education institutions as international students at the undergraduate level, in addition to meeting the other eligibility criteria of the university, they should present a valid foreign passport or certificate of citizenship attained before for at least 4 years, along with proof of residence abroad for at least 2 years within 4 years (before April 30 of the enrollment year) (staying abroad 9 months per year may be considered as one year, subjected to the entry and departure stamp);
(2) Residents of the mainland of China, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan who acquired foreign citizenship after emigration to foreign countries shall meet the requirements of item (1) of this notice if they apply for admission to our higher education institutions as international students.
VI. Application Documents
1. Electronic photo. Photo Requirements: Color standard ID photo, size not exceeding 200kb, pixel larger than 295*413. Photos must be in JPG, JPEG and PNG formats..
2. The biographic page of the applicant’s passport (ordinary passport, which should be valid after October 31, 2023). Scanned copy of final Visa page or Residence Permit page (submitted with passport page).
3. Diploma or pre-graduation certification of high school education or above (official seal of the school required).
4. Academic transcripts of all courses during high school or above (official seal of the school required).
5. A resume in Chinese, English or Korean (please click the link to download the template: https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/enistudy/info/1008/2152.htm (Chinese-English version); https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/kristudy/info/1008/1651.htm (Chinese-Korean version).
6. Physical Examination Form for Foreign Citizens.
Applicants should take physical examinations in strict accordance with the requirements of the Physical Examination Form for Foreign Citizens (please click the link to download the template: https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/cnistudy/info/1008/1387.htm ). Incomplete forms or forms without signature of the attending physician, hospital stamp, and stamped photo will not be considered. The result is valid within 6 months before the application.
7. Certificate of No Criminal Conviction (it must be within the validity period at the time of application).
8. Scanned copies of Statement of Financial Support through a Guarantor and its supporting documents, including:
(1) Statement of Financial Support through a Guarantor, which should be filled in Chinese or English (please click the link to download the template: https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/cnistudy/info/1008/1388.htm);
(2) Bank Statement certifying that the applicant has sufficient funds to cover his or her tuition, accommodation, living expenses, and international travels during his or her study in China;
(3) The scanned copies of the passport biographic page or I.D. card of the applicant’s financial guarantor (only the applicant himself/herself or his/her direct family can act as a financial guarantor).
9. Applicants who have studied in other colleges and universities in China should provide a letter of recommendation issued by the international student office or college of their school, with the contact information of the office or college specified on the letter of recommendation.
10. Applicants mentioned in the Notice by the Ministry of Education of Regulating Admission of International Students in China's Higher Education Institutions need to submit relevant supporting documents (please click the link to download the template: https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/cnistudy/info/1001/1422.htm ).
11. Applicants under the age of 18 need to submit supporting documents (please click the link to download the template: https://ipo.wh.sdu.edu.cn/cnistudy/info/1001/1389.htm ).
VII. Application Procedures
1. Applicants could apply through the SDUW Online Application System for International Students (http://apply.wh.sdu.edu.cn). The application information should be fully filled in and required documents need to be uploaded.
Note: No paper application documents required.
2. Applicants will be informed of the pre-admission results through the SDUW Online Application System.
3. Payment Methods
After obtaining the pre-admission qualification, applicants should pay application fee, tuition fee, and insurance fee via bank transfer. Applicants should upload the payment voucher via the SDUW Online Application System, and will get receipts upon registration.
(1) Remittance from abroad:
It is strongly suggested to remit in CNY. If the remittance is made in USD, please make sure the amount could also cover the exchange rate margin and service charge, and the excess, if there is any, will be returned to the student during registration.
Beneficiary’s Name: Shandong University, Weihai
Beneficiary’s Bank Name: Bank of China Limited Weihai Branch
Bank Address: NO.9 Qingdao North Road, Weihai, Shandong, China
Account NO.: 228602584555
Swift code: BKCHCNBJ51D
Purpose of Remittance: Chinese language student’s tuition fee
Remittance Information: student’s name in passport, passport number, language student
(2) Remittances made within China:
Beneficiary’s Name: 山东大学（威海）
Beneficiary’s Bank Name: 中国银行威海山大支行
Account number: 228602584555
Purpose of Remittance: international student’s tuition fee
Remittance Information: student’s name in passport, passport number, language student
VIII. Important Information
1. All the documents uploaded should be in Chinese, English or Korean. For documents in other languages, scanned copies of the original documents and the notarized translations in English or Chinese are required. Please upload the scanned copy of the original or notarized application documents (colored). Please use a scanner as images taken by mobile phones or cameras will not be accepted. Handwritten documents will not be accepted with the exception of the Physical Examination Form for Foreign Citizens or signatures.
2. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. Shandong University, Weihai reserves the right to require applicants to provide the original/notarized paper documents or the certification documents issued by the designated certification authority for further inspection.
4. Shandong University, Weihai reserves the right to require applicants to provide other supplementary materials related to the application.
5. Applicants should ensure that the application information and application materials provided are authentic and correct. The application or admission will be canceled if incorrect or fraudulent information in the application is identified. In the case the fraud is discovered after the student has commenced his/her studies, it will lead to expulsion. Students who are discovered to provide fraudulent information will face cancellation of admission or studentship.
IX. Admission and Registration
International students can log in the online application system to check the admission results. Shandong University (Weihai) will issue an electronic version of the Admission Notice and an electronic version of the Information Form for Short-Term International Student’s Information Form (DQ Form) or an electronic version of the Visa Application for Study in China Form (JW201/202 Form) to the admitted students. (Note: Please be sure to apply for registration with a valid e-mail address).
The admitted students need to register within the time period specified in the admission notice. The original of graduation certificate and language proficiency certificate will be verified upon checking in.
X. Fees (CNY)
1. Application fee: 400 CNY per person (Applications are not valid if the application fee has not been paid. The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable.)
2. Tuition fee: 7,000 CNY per semester, 14,000 CNY per academic year.
3. Medical insurance premiums: According to the regulations of the Chinese Ministry of Education, international students coming to China need to purchase medical insurance in the mainland of China. The medical insurance fee is 800 CNY per year per person. Students who have not purchased medical insurance will not be registered (please log in to http://www.lxbx.net for insurance contents and claims procedures).
XI. Visa
Admitted students shall apply for the study visa in China at the Chinese Embassy (Consulate) in the applicant's country with the Admission Notice and the Information Form for Short-Term International Student’s Information Form (DQ Form) or the Visa Application for Study in China Form (JW201/202 Form).
International students who will study in China for less than 6 months should apply for the X2 Visa. International students who will study in China for more than 6 months are required to obtain the X1 visa. It is also mandatory to apply for the Residence Permit with the Office for International Students of the International Office of the university within 30 days of arrival in China.
XII. Contact
Address: Room 1005, Beiheng Building, the College of International Education, Shandong University, Weihai, 180 WenhuaXilu, Weihai, Shandong, P. R. China
Zip Code: 264209
Tel: +86- 631-5688708
Email: ciewh@sdu.edu.cn
Website: https://cie.wh.sdu.edu.cn/（中文）
https://encie.wh.sdu.edu.cn/（English）
https://krcie.wh.sdu.edu.cn/（한국어）
