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Peking Univ.
Experience China firsthand the nation's capital, urban and historic Beijing, and study at top-ranked Peking University (PKU).
 
UC students may choose a full year or spring semester and study alongside ambitious international and domestic students.
  • In the year-long program, gain strong Chinese language skills, new perspectives on your field of study, and a deeper understanding of modern China.
  • In the new spring semester option, start or continue Chinese language study while taking a course in English on Chinese politics, society, economy, international relations, and more. The program welcomes UC students at any language level, including beginning/introductory.
Don’t miss this opportunity to live, learn and develop connections in China, an emerging global power.
 
Students attend classes with international and/or host country students.

Course Opportunities

​Chinese language and culture is the focus of both programs. If you have advanced Chinese language skills, you may take Peking University courses taught in Chinese in select fields.

YEAR: Along with language classes, PKU offers courses in history, business administration, and international relations in either English or Chinese, as suited to student language ability.

SPRING: Students study Chinese language along with a course on Chinese society and culture, economics, politics, or international relations, offered in English.

The EAP curriculum is tailored for three groups of students:

  • Tier 1: With limited Chinese, you take language study through the School of Chinese as a Second Language at the International College of Chinese Language Studies. Classes improve proficiency in spoken and written Chinese and discuss Chinese culture and society.
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  • Tier 2: If you have language skills above the level offered by the International College of Chinese Language Studies, you take courses through Peking University’s Chinese Department. Courses are taught in Chinese at a level more easily understood than that of regular university courses. With advanced language ability, especially by the second semester, you can take regular university classes.
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  • Tier 3: If you have native or near-native Chinese ability and score high on the language exam, you can take at least some of your courses from the university’s regular offerings taught in standard Chinese (e.g., in art, Chinese, economics, history, literature, philosophy, and political science). The Study Center hires local students as tutors who can assist you with your regular university courses.
Use the following resource to learn about EAP courses:
 

Units

​You are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad.

ILP: 3 to 12 UC quarter/2 to 8 UC semester units
Term: 18 UC quarter/13 UC semester units per term

Language of Instruction

Chinese; English


Language Study

Chinese


Internships, Research, and Independent Study

​You may be able to engage in an internship and/or independent study for academic credit in this program. If you are interested, you can make arrangements with the EAP Study Center after arrival. In some cases, predeparture preparation is also required.
 
 

Duration

​Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.

Spring :  
​mid-February to late June

Year :  
​late June to late June


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Housing

Pending availability, you may share a room with another UC student on campus in a PKU foreign student dormitory. With Study Center approval, you may live off campus during the academic year.

On-site Support

EAP students are supported by UC’s network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. UC faculty and local staff abroad will help you integrate into Chinese culture and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.

​See the EAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

Peking University, Beijing

Peking University, Beijing
Founded in 1898, Peking University is the first national university in modern Chinese history and today is one of China’s most comprehensive and prestigious universities.
"Beida,” as the university is commonly called, enrolls about 14,000 undergraduates and 12,000 graduate students. There are thousands of international students in short-term or long-term programs.  The University Library, the largest university library in Asia, contains more than 5.5 million books and 6,500 periodical titles.
 
The history of the university parallels the development and evolution of modern China. It was a major center of the revolutionary May Fourth Movement of 1919, resistance movements against the Japanese in the 1930s, political debate that foreshadowed the Cultural Revolution of the 1960s, the 1989 student democracy movement, and student protest against the U.S. destruction of the Chinese embassy in Belgrade in May 1999. Current university activities reflect China’s press toward economic development, understanding of associated social and cultural adjustments, environmental impacts of development, and internationalization related to China’s relationship with the world.
 

Estimated Cost

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Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to UCEAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
 
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will take into account the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
 
These expenses are estimated for 2012-13. Amounts will vary for 2012-13 participation due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay the same fees on UCEAP. For a more detailed breakdown of 2012-13 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. 
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (visa, etc.)
  • Round-trip transportation from California
  • UC fees
  • Tuition at Peking University
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Intensive language program
  • Room and board
  • Program excursions
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript

Estimated EAP Costs*

Options Cost
  • Spring
  • Year
  • $13,500
  • $30,000
*Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100.

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Application Requirements

Class Level:

Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate

Language Prerequisites:

Chinese
- The University-level language requirement is: minimum 0 quarters / 0 semesters with a minimum language GPA of 3.00.
* Students applying to PKU year must have at least one year of Chinese language study prior to arrival with a language GPA of 3.0 or better. Students with an advanced level of Chinese language proficiency will be exempt from further language study.

GPA:

3.00 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Other Eligibility Requirements:


PKU does not accept students who only have PRC, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan passport or ID. Dual passport holders are okay.

Students applying to PKU year must have at least one year of Chinese language study prior to arrival with a language GPA of 3.0 or better. Students with an advanced level of Chinese language proficiency will be exempt from further language study.

Successful completion of a course on China is highly recommended.

Minimum Criteria:

 All applicants must also have:
  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program
  • Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and an new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations
  • An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information: