Camp China: Summer Session for Tourism Confucius Institute and Griffith Students
Go to China, learn the Chinese language first-hand and experience China’s winter wonderland! The Tourism Confucius Institute
(TCI) at Griffith University is offering the 2015 Camp China -Summer Session for TCI and Griffith students learning Chinese. This
two-week program is designed to promote better understanding between the Australian and Chinese people. Through
classroom study and excursion you will have a unique opportunity to embrace the Chinese language, culture, people and a rich
cultural heritage. The Camp China program will improve your communication skills and provide you with an unforgettable
experience. Cultural travel is the best way to broaden your world outlook!
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Camp Dates: January
Camp Sites:
 Beijing
 Xuzhou
 Harbin
Cost Profile:
What do you get from the Camp China Program?
 FREE information session for the Camp China program
 FREE TWO WEEKS accommodation in China
 FREE TWO WEEKS food in China
 FREE TWO WEEKS transportation in China
 FREE excursions and sightseeing in China
 FREE language learning in China
 FREE University Classroom Immersion in China
What do you pay for the Camp China Program?
 Your round trip international flights (estimated $ 1,500 - $2,000)
 International travel insurance
 Visa application fee (at least $60.00, depending on the type of visa)
Eligibility for Applicants:
 You must have a valid Australian passport and China visa
 You are a TCI student and
 you have completed three terms, or
 you have completed two terms and are registered for a third term, or
 you have a valid HSK certificate
 Or you are a Griffith University student
 studying Chinese (including graduating students in summer 2014), or
 you have a valid HSK certificate
 You are capable of travelling internationally in terms of health
Application and Registration
Applicants must send a completed application form and a deposit of $500.00 to Shannon Shan at [email protected]
The TCI reserves the right to cancel the tour if there are less than five applicants, in which case a full refund of the deposit
will be issued. Otherwise the deposit is not refundable but will be put in as a part of the airfare. The deposit is nonrefundable if the cancellation is made by the applicant due to a change of mind or circumstances.
The maximum size of the camp is 18 students, so you are welcome to submit your application as soon as possible. The
confirmation of the application will be based on the dates of your submission.
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Itinerary (subject to change)
From 17 Jan - 30 Jan in 2015 we visited Beijing, Xuzhou and Harbin
Day 1-17 January 2015:
 Departure from Brisbane to Guangzhou
 Arrive in Guangzhou, stay overnight at Guangzhou
Day 2-18 January:
 Fly to Xuzhou
 Check in to the Guest House Hotel at the China University of Mining & Technology (CUMT)
 CUMT Wenchang Campus Tour
 Camp launch ceremony
 Language and culture learning
 Welcome Evening Banquet by CUMT
Day 3-19 January:
 Language and culture learning
 Visit the Coal & Mining Museum at CUMT (CUMT volunteer-guided tour)
 CUMT Library tour (CUMT volunteer-guided tour)
 Visit the CUMT students’ accommodation at Southlake Campus (CUMT volunteer-guided tour)
Day 4-20 January:
 Language and culture learning
 Visit the Xuzhou Museum
 Visit the local community for square/park dancing
Day 5-21 January:
 Language and culture learning
 Visit the Museum of Xuzhou Customs
 CBD language excursion
Day 6-22 January:
 Language and culture learning
 Experience the local people’s morning exercises
 Visit the Han Tomb at Guishan (Han Dynasty)
Day 7-23 January:
 Traditional Chinese culture learning
 Farewell arts performance
 Local family visit in groups (CUMT volunteer-guided tour)
Day 8-24 January:
 Fly to Harbin and hotel check in
 Bus tour to the Yabuli Ski Resort (the largest ski resort in Asia) for skiing
 Taste the north eastern Chinese local food
 Cable car tour to a snowy mountain peak
Day 9-25 January:
 Visit the Songhua River Ice Arts Centre
 Visit the Sun Bridge
 Harbin City Tour
Day 10-26 January:
 Flight to Beijing and hotel check in
 Visit the Confucius Institute Headquarters
Day 11-27 January
 Visit The Great Wall
 Visit the Royal Gardens: The Summer Palace
 Visit the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games site: Nest and Water Cube
Day 12-28 January:
 Visit Tian’anmen Square ( the largest square in the world)
 Visit the Forbidden city ( The Imperial Palace)
 Language excursion in Xiushui Market
Day 13-29 January：
 Fly from Beijing to Guangzhou
 Fly from Guangzhou to Brisbane
Day 14-30 January:
 Arrive in Brisbane
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PLEASE NOTE:
The application deadline was 15 November 2015. Please email your completed application form to:
A/Prof. Shannon Shan,
Camp China Program Coordinator / Chinese teacher,
Tourism Confucius Institute, N56_ 1.44 Nathan Campus, Griffith University, QLD 4111, Australia
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Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07 3735 4727
Mobile：0452 241 233
Website: http://www.griffith.edu.au/tourism-confucius-institute
Appendix
“格里菲斯大学旅游孔子学院学生暨大学生夏令营”申请表
Application Form for Camp China: Summer Session for TCI & Griffith Students
请用英文提供以下信息，并打印。/ Please fill in the form in English.
1. 申请人情况/Personal Information
1)
姓/Last Name: ___________________________________
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3)
4)
名/Given Name: __________________________________
性别/Gender: _______
出生日期/Date of birth: _______
5)
6)
国籍/Nationality: ________
护照/Passport Number: ______________
 有效期/ Expiration Date: ______________
学院/School : ________________________
7)
照片
Photo
当前地址/Current Address(including post code):
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
9) 电话/Phone: _____________________ ___
10) 传真/Fax: _______________________
8)
11) 手机/Mobile: __________________________
12) 邮箱/Email: _________________
13) 如果有任何艺术特长，请详述。/If you have any artistic skills, please specify.
2. 紧急联络人信息/ Emergency Contact
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联络人 1/ First Contact
1)
2)
3)
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姓名/Full Name: ______________________
家庭电话/Home Phone: ________________
办公电话/Office Phone: _________________
4) 手机/Mobile: _________________________
联络人 2/ Second Contact
1) 姓名/Full Name: ______________________
2) 家庭电话/Home Phone: ________________
3)
4)
办公电话/Office Phone: _________________
手机/Mobile: _________________________
3. 汉语水平/Chinese Language Proficiency
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2)
学习时间/ How long have you been learning Chinese?
中文水平/Chinese Language Proficiency:
Basic
3)
Intermediate
Advanced
是否去过中国?/Have you been to China before? 是/Yes
否/No
4. 医疗信息/Medical Information
1) 你目前是否在接受治疗？/Are you currently receiving medical treatment?
是/Yes
否/No
如果是，请解释/If yes, please explain__________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
2) 你目前是否在接受心理咨询或治疗？/Are you currently receiving counselling or medication for any psychological or
emotional conditions?
是/Yes
否/No
如果是，请解释/If yes, please explain______________________________________________________________________________________________
3) 你是否有任何过敏？/Do you have any allergies?
是/Yes
否/No
如果是，请解释/If yes, please explain__________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
5. 请陈述申请参加夏令营的原因（请附一页详细说明，最多 250 字）。Please state the reasons why you would like to
participate in the Summer Camp on a separate sheet, maximum 250 words).
申请人声明/Declaration of Applicant:
我特此证明本表所填写的内容和提供的材料真实无误。I hereby certify that all the information in this form is true and valid.
申请人签字/Signature of Applicant：____________________________
日期/Date：_________________________