國 立 臺 灣 師 範 大 學 國語教學中心 Mandarin Training Center National Taiwan Normal University Since 1956 2020~2021 BULLETIN CONTENTS Introduction and Program Overview │01│ Long Term Program: Seasonal Program │02│ Application & Admission │04│ Short Term Programs │06│ MTC Online │08│ Other Course Options │09│ Class Levels & Teaching Materials │10│ Scholarships │12│ Pre-Departure Information │13│ MTC Application Form │17│ Survey of Student’s Language Background │19│ 2020-21 Calendar for Seasonal Program │21│ 臺灣師範大學國語教學中心 MANDARIN TRAINING CENTER NTNU INTRODUCTION Mandarin Training Center (MTC) was established in 1956 as an extension of National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), and has since been the largest leading institution dedicated to teaching Chinese as a second language. Universities around the world regularly send their students to MTC to study in our seasonal programs and short-term programs. With students from over 70 different countries of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, MTC creates an environment where fellow students must communicate and foster friendships with each other in the common language here–Chinese. Whatever your reasons for studying Chinese and whatever your initial levels are, MTC will help you make rapid progress during your time with us. PROGRAM OVERVIEW Seasonal Program Short-term Program MTC Online Online course consists of Length 3 months or 2 months 1 to 8 weeks 10-60 learning hours Customized Programs for Groups (Year-round) Fall Term (Sep. - Nov.) Winter Term (Dec. - Feb.) Class Dates Express Chinese Program (Jan. Year-round Spring Term (Mar. - May) Feb. Mar. Jul. Aug. Sept.) Summer Term (Jun. - Aug.) Summer Session (Jul. - Aug.) Summer Camp for Young Learners (Jun. Jul. Aug.) Learn authentic Chinese at Practical daily language home Small-Sized class(6-10) or learning Large Group Classes (13-20) Real-time language Adjustable teaching plans instruction Features Intensive Training, Quality based on students’ learning Teaching & Assessment Customized Course Testing and Extracurricular Learn with local students, and contents & learning pace Activities extracurricular activities 1-1 Teaching Method INTRODUCTION 1 正統中文 歷久彌新 2020-2021 BULLETIN LONG TERM PROGRAM Seasonal Program Design MTC’s main program design is the Seasonal Program. On average, around 1,500 students are enrolled in the program each term. The program operates on a quarterly basis; each term is 3 months long. In addition, a 2-month Summer Session is also available during the summer. The program is suitable for learners who want to study Chinese intensively for the long term (3 months or longer). Classes are available to learners of all levels, from beginner to advance. Phonetics and Pinyin spelling are used for introducing pronunciation of characters. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are emphasized to build a solid foundation of students’ language abilities. Class Types & Times *Not available for beginners Class Time Tuition 1:30 (USD: NTD) Class Type Note (Mon.~Fri.) 3 Month Term 2 Month Summer Session 8:10 -10:00 10:20 -12:10* 1. 10 hours/per week of small- Class A 12:20 -14:10 NT$26,400 NT$17,600 group class. (6-10 students) 14:20 -16:10 (apx. US$880/per term) (apx. US$590/per term) 2. 5 hours/ Regular 16:20 -18:10 per week of 18:30 -20:20 supplementary language class Class B 8:10 -10:00 NT$21,600 NT$14,400 (mandatory) (13-20 students) (apx. US$720/per term) (apx. US$480/per term) Class A 10:20 -13:10* NT$36,000 NT$24,000 1. 15 hours/per (6-9 students) (apx. US$1,200/per term) (apx. US$800/per term) week of small- 14:20 -17:10 Intensive group class 2. More demanding Class B 14:20 -17:10 NT$28,800 NT$19,200 (13-20 students) (for beginners) (apx. US$960/per term) (apx. US$640/per term) and heavier workload. By request (minimum of 2 Please contact MTC for organizing a 1-on-1 or customized Customized Class hours per class, per class. week for 1 month) Note For Class B to open, the minimum number of student per class is 13. In the case where there are not enough students of the same level to open a class, our system will move the students to the same time frame for Class A. 2 LONG TERM PROGRAM: SEASONAL PROGRAM 臺灣師範大學國語教學中心 MANDARIN TRAINING CENTER NTNU Program Dates *subject to change Application Deadline Term Registration Dates Late Registration Period Orientation Need to Apply for Visa * No Need for Visa** Fall Jul. 15 Aug. 14 Aug. 20, 21 Aug. 24 - Aug. 31 Sep. 1 Winter Oct. 15 Nov. 13 Nov. 18, 19 Nov. 20- Nov. 30 Dec. 1 Spring Jan. 15 Feb. 8 Feb. 18, 19 Feb. 22 - Mar. 1 Mar. 2 Summer Apr. 15 May 14 May 20, 21 May 24 - Jun. 1 Jun. 2 Two-month May. 14 Jun. 15 Jun. 21, 22 Jun. 23 - Jun. 29 Jun. 30 Summer Session Note Need to Apply for Visa* No Need for Visa** For applicants who require original documentation in order to For applicants who are nationals of 90-days visa exempt entry apply for a visa, we recommend that all application materials countries or who have proof of legal residency in Taiwan. be sent and received by scheduled deadlines. Original Admission letters will be emailed. admission letters are mailed via regular airmail and require sufficient time to reach applicants. Other Fees 1 Registration Fee (for first time registering students ): NT$ 1,000 2 Mandatory Accidental Insurance: around NT$ 300 (for three months)/ NT$ 200 (for two months) ** The fees are waived for students who present a proof of coverage under other insurance plans. 3 Estimated costs for study materials: around NT$ 1,500 per term Refund Policy ‧ BEFORE the term begins, students may apply for a 90% refund. ‧ AFTER the term begins up to the 1/3 mark of the term, students may apply for a 50% refund. **Past the 1/3 of the term, students will no longer be allowed to apply for a refund. ‧ Average processing for refund requests are 7-10 working days. ‧ Only tuition fees will be refunded. Miscellaneous fees will not be refunded. Extracurricular Activities MTC organizes a wide variety of activities outside the classrooms, including language contests, Dragon Boat Racing, and cultural excursions (half/full day) to provide students with abundant opportunities to practice Chinese and learn about Taiwan’s culture. LONG TERM PROGRAM: SEASONAL PROGRAM 3 正統中文 歷久彌新 2018-2019 BULLETIN Application & Admission To apply for seasonal programs, please prepare the following documents. Diplomas and financial statements not issued in English or Chinese must be accompanied by a certified translation by a translation agency. Application Materials 1 MTC Application Form and Survey of Language Background: (on pages 17~20 of this bulletin) with a 2-inch bust photo attached (application is also available online) http://service.mtc.ntnu.edu.tw/mtcreg/ 2 Photocopy of a high school diploma or above: Students unable to submit a diploma may submit a university transcript instead. (Not required for former MTC students who wish to re-enroll.) 3 Financial Statement (within the past 3 months) : The financial statement is to show proof that the applicant has adequate funds with an equivalence of at least USD$2500 in the applicant’s own name or the name of a family member to cover his or her studies. This proof may be a dated bank statement or a letter from a bank with its letterhead issued within the past 3 months. If using a family member's bank statement, the family member sponsor must submit a letter guaranteeing willingness to financially support the applicant's stay in Taiwan. A photocopy of confirmed proof of scholarship acceptance or bank loans is also considered as an acceptable document. However, please note that scholarship applications are NOT an acceptable form of financial support. 4 A photocopy of a passport’s information page Submit Application Application for MTC’s seasonal programs can be submitted in the following ways(only 1 submission is required): 1 Online application 2 By post 3 In person Send the application Bring the application materials to MTC’s mailing materials to Office 709 on the address—MTC, NTNU, No. 6th Fl. of Bo-ai Building. See 162, Heping East Road, Sec.1, p.14 for direction of MTC. Taipei, Taiwan 106. Admission MTC will send a hard copy of the admission letter to applicants via standard post after the application is approved. The admission letter lists the program days, registration and placement test dates and tuition fees. Please read it closely. It is also a required document for visa applications. Applicants are responsible for obtaining a visa for entering Taiwan and should submit their applications as early as possible to allow sufficient time for letter delivery and visa application. For information on visa requirements, please see p.13. 臺灣師範大學國語教學中心 MANDARIN TRAINING CENTER NTNU Registration & Tuition Payment After completing the application process and receiving the admission letter, students should register in person on the new student registration dates (see pp.21~22). Students who fail to complete the registration process and placement test on the new student registration days will be charged a late registration fee regardless of their payment status. MTC does not accept registration via a third party person. Please bring your admission letter, passport, and tuition payment receipt (optional) to register. Registration steps are as follows: 1 Tuition Payment: You may choose one of the following payment methods. Please note MTC offices do not accept cash payment. A. Online Credit Card Payment—Go to payment.mtc.ntnu.edu.tw to pay with credit cards. B. Pay at Convenience Stores or Banks—Print out your billing statement at payment.mtc.ntnu.edu.tw and go to convenient stores or banks to pay for the tuition fee.