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Accommodation arrangements
Q. Where will I live?
A. On the campus. You will have a single en-suite bedroom with telephone/internet/ TV access in the International Student building of the Beijing Languages and Culture University – a vibrant multi-cultural campus with students from China and many other countries. The campus has a variety of restaurants, bars, swimming pool and other sporting facilities.

Language classes
Q. Do I need to speak basic Chinese to go on this programme?
A. No. The programme can be taken by absolute beginners as well as those who have Chinese language skills. A test will be given at the start of the programme to determine the most appropriate level to make the quickest progress.

Payment
Q. How do I pay?
A. Tuition and accommodation costs are paid in full before departure. Travel costs are payable direct to a travel agent or to China Pathways. Click here for our fees page.

Cost of living
Q. How much should I budget for living expenses?
A. Beijing is a much cheaper place to live than Europe or the USA. The answer to this depends on your lifestyle, but between £7.50 and £15.00 per day should be sufficient. Click here for our cost of living page.

Terms and Conditions
Q. Where can I download the Terms and Conditions?
A. Download the programme Terms and Conditions here..
 

Further questions?

If you have any questions about the China Pathways programme after reading this FAQ section please contact us between 9.00am and 5.00pm on 0800 848 8740

FAQ - Business / social programme / work experience



The aim of this programme is to maximise the potential of your visit to China for future career prospects and CV building. Q. Is the business programme academically focused?
A. No. It is focused on the practicalities of doing business in China with a large input from the local business community.


Q. How is the British Chamber of Commerce involved?
A. Periodic seminars will be held at the offices of BCC in downtown Beijing. All students will have the opportunity to become student members of the BCC with access to its networking events.


Q. Will I be paid during the optional work experience programme?
A. In general, no, because of visa issues, although some companies may pay a local travel and meal allowance. Those students staying in China at the end of the programme to pursue career opportunities, or to teach English will be paid at a salary they are able to negotiate.

FAQ - Health arrangements

Q. What happens if I get sick or injured?
A. All China pathways students must have a comprehensive insurance policy as a condition of acceptance on the course. The medical section of the policy will have an emergency contact number for international assistance. Please make sure you keep a note of it.
 Q. Are there any facilities at the University?
A. There is a clinic on the BLCU campus which China Pathways students can use. Q. Are there any private clinics or hospitals?
A. Yes, for more serious conditions there are a number of private clinics and hospitals in Beijing which your insurance policy will allow you to visit.
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One which has been used by previous students and which is recommended by international assistance companies is Beijing United Family Hospital<
2 Jiangtai Lu Chaoyang District Beijing 100016.
Tel: +86 105 927 7000 / Emergency Tel: +86 105 927 7120.

FAQ - Visas and travel arrangements

Q. How will I organise a visa?
(Click here for our Visa page)
A. If you are visiting for less than thirty days you can travel on an ordinary tourist L Visa. Longer stays will require a student visa which can be organised by China Pathways. You will need to fill in an application form and have a passport which is valid for more than six months, and provide a passport sized photograph. Information on visas can be obtained from the Chinese Embassy website – www.china-embassy.org.uk
 Q. How will I organise a flight?
A. You can organise your own flight or this can be organised through China Pathways official partner, Commodore Travel, with whom we have negotiated preferential rates. Flight costs will depend on the time of year, but you should budget for around £700.00.
 Q. What happens when I arrive in Beijing?
A. You will be met at the airport by a China Pathways representative who will escort you to your accommodation and organise an orientation programme.