Study Abroad Programs in Shenzhen, China

One of the biggest cities in China in terms of population and economy, Shenzhen is a bustling metropolitan that many students have learned to call home away from home. Shenzhen boasts many universities and institutions that cover majors from accounting to zoology. When you’re not studying, chill out at one of the city beaches, take a spin at a theme park, practice those chopsticks, or get your culture on at a folk village. Ready for an experience that will change you for the better? Start writing application letters to study abroad in Shenzhen!

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3 Shenzhen, China Study Abroad Programs

International TEFL and TESOL

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200-Hour Professional Plus TEFL/TESOL Course

In this 180-hour online TEFL course, apply what you’ve learned through 20 hours of online teaching practice with real students. The placement is at our partner school, “Top Online Teachers”. You will receive full training and videos to help make you feel confident before starting to teach actual students. After the teaching practice, you may be hired to work part time between 6 pm and 9 pm Beijing time for 4 to 6 days a week if Top Online Teachers see you as a valuable teacher. With the market so saturated right now, this course could be one of the best opportunities for you to get employed.

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Lingoinn Teacher Homestay

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Homestay with Professional Teachers in Shenzhen

Immerse yourself completely into a Mandarin-speaking environment and everyday Chinese way of life in this language study program. Stay in the comfortable home of your host teacher and take private lessons that are tailored to your learning objectives and needs. At the same time, practice your skills through guided excursions and hobby activities. All our immersion homestay programs are offered from 1 week to 4 weeks. Our professional teachers teach different subjects, including general and business Chinese, and HSK examinations. They also share their insight into calligraphy, ink painting, paper cutting, Chinese musical instruments, and other hobbies. You can discover interesting sightseeing spots that only the locals know and meet friendly people. If you're 18 plus and planning a study, internship, or gap year in China, this homestay program is perfect for you. It comes with a single or double room with half or full-board meals. This is a great way to learn Chinese.

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A Guide to Studying Abroad in Shenzhen

Popular Ways to Study Abroad in Shenzhen

For students at all levels of their education, taking a break from the normalcy of the traditional university or high school education to explore the Far East is a pretty good idea. This manufacturing base of the world puts together more than just machines; Shenzhen will build a study abroad experience that will enthrall and challenge.

Popular subjects to study. The most common subjects to study in Shenzhen are Chinese, education, and business. Chinese is an obvious choice for subjects to study in Shenzhen, as there's wealth of opportunities to practice every day. Business is a field that continues to grow in Shenzhen, with people arriving every day to find manufacturers and companies to meet their needs. Shenzhen is an idea location to study English as a second language because there is such a high demand for English-speakers.

Short term and summer vs. long term programs. While you could study abroad in Shenzhen for a shorter term (spring break) or longer term — in the fall, spring, summer or year-round — keep in mind that Shenzhen’s school year is different. Most universities and high schools start their fall semester in September and end in January. Spring semester starts in either February or March, depending on the Chinese Spring Festival and ends in July. There are also only two, two-month breaks with a few holidays sprinkled in with a lot of fireworks.

Attending universities vs. other program types. University programs, high school programs, and private language school programs are available for those ready to tackle into rice bowls. You could choose to study through your own educational institution, through one in Shenzhen, or an outside program. International education advisors can help you make the decision based on your curricula and financial needs.