Chongqing Technology and Business University (CTBU) is situated in Chongqing city – known as the ‘gateway to the west’. CTBU has benefited from the rapidly growing economy of Chongqing, and in recent years has become one of the leading universities in this region. It has about 21,000 full-time students. Comprised of 21 schools, CTBU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs and boasts strong faculties in economics, management, arts, natural sciences and social sciences.

CTBU covers an area of about 330 acres with a floor space of more than 800,000 square meters. The main campus, nestled at the foot of Nanshan Mountain and near the Yangtze River, lies only 7 kilometers from the central shopping and entertainment area of Chongqing. A beautifully landscaped environment—with many trees and gardens, and mountain hiking on the high side of campus—along with the attractive architecture of buildings make the campus a popular attraction for local people and tourists alike. An excellent bus network and light-rail system connects CTBU to the city centre and the surrounding suburbs. It takes just 30 minutes to drive to Chongqing International Airport.

As a university which attaches great importance to international cooperation and exchange, CTBU has established cooperative relationships with over 35 universities and organizations in more than 10 countries and regions, including the U.S.A., U.K., France, the Netherlands, Canada, Australia, Russia, South Korea, Japan, South-eastern Asia and Hong Kong. This international interaction has proven beneficial to all concerned. In addition, CTBU has two major educational joint-ventures with France and the Netherlands, both of which have the approval of the State Education Commission. Thanks to such international cooperation, CTBU employs the second largest number of foreign teachers among the universities and institutions in Chongqing.

CTBU has been enrolling international students since 2005, and currently has students from the U.S.A, U.K., France, Australia, Korea and Thailand. The university offers a wide variety of programs: for example, ‘Experiencing Chongqing Through CTBU’, which enables students to study Chinese, to become familiar with Chongqing and to experience the local culture; ‘Chinese Language and Culture’, which provides a systematic study of Chinese Language; and the degree programs offer a wide choice of majors. As for the teaching resources, CTBU is proud to have strong faculties of Chinese language and other majors. Top international students also have the opportunity to obtain a CTBU Scholarship, or the coveted ‘Chongqing Mayor’s Scholarship’.

The well-equipped and spacious international students’ apartments are conveniently located on campus, nearby the gymnasium, swimming pool and sports ground. In addition to study, there are many colorful extracurricular activities to be shared with Chinese students — a basketball match, a martial arts competition, a hot pot party, an English/Chinese corner, a street dance show, lessons on making dumplings, or appreciating the magic of ‘Face Changing’ performances in Sichuan Opera. Chongqing enjoys a comparatively cheap cost of living. The hospitable people, delicious food, affordable living, and unique local culture are all great attractions to the international students.

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Degree Programs

Chongqing Technology and Business University now offers 51 undergraduate and 9 graduate programs across a breadth of disciplines, conferring bachelor’s and master’s degrees in many disciplines, which include　economics, management, arts, natural sciences, engineering, law and social sciences.

Bachelor’s Degree Programs (4 years)

Master’s Degree Programs

Chinese Language and Culture Programs

In line with Chinese common practice, CTBU follows the two-semester system yearly. The first semester of the academic year commences in mid-September and ends in January. The second semester begins in early March and ends in June. Each semester consists of 16 weeks. Each week students have about 16 hours of Chinese language courses, and 4 hours of Chinese culture classes. Local visits to places of interest are arranged once or twice each semester. Optional courses include: HSK Test Training, Chinese Philosophy, Chinese Music, Chinese Calligraphy, Chinese Martial Arts, Local Customs and Culture of Chongqing.

Short-term Study

Chongqing Technology and Business University offers three categories of Intensive Training Programs for Chinese Language and Culture:two-week program, four-week program and three-month program. During the training program, local sightseeing trips will be arranged once or twice.

Possible Short-term Program Courses:practical oral Chinese, listening and comprehension, Chinese reading, Chinese writing, introduction to Chinese culture, Chinese history, local culture, Chinese martial arts (Kung Fu), appreciation of Chinese opera, Chinese Legal System, Chinese education system, Chinese financial system, etc.

Possible Social Activities and Visits:welcome party, campus tour, city tour, visit to local families, Laojun Cave, climbing Nan Shan Mountain, Ciqi Kou ( an ancient town),Dazu Stone Carvings, Diaoyu City,Bayu Culture Village, Sichuan opera, Chinese martial arts practice, Chinese songs, Chinese dumplings cooking lessons, table tennis competition, basketball competition, etc.

Requirements for Prospective Students and Application Procedures

• For graduate programs, the candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree and a level-6 certificate in HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test), and be from 18 to 45 years old. The applicant must also be physically sound.
• For undergraduate programs, the candidate must be in possession of a senior high school diploma and a level-6 certificate in HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test), and be from 18 to 45 years old. The applicant must also be physically sound.
• The Chinese language-enhancement program is open to anyone from 18 to 60 years old who is interested in Chinese. The applicant must also be physically sound.

How to Apply

1. Obtain university application information.
2. Submit the application form and a non-refundable application fee.
3. Be reviewed on an individual basis by university authorities.
4. Accept the Notice of Admission and Visa Application Form for Study in China JW202 (necessary for student visa) issued by the university authorities upon admission.
5. Go to the local China embassy or consulate for a visa.
6. Register in the International Office of the university.
7. Submit tuition fees and other fees required by the university authorities.
8. Submit passport and Physical Examination Check-up Record for Foreigners to the university.
9. Settle accommodation and housing issues.
10. Take pertinent exams. /Begin student life.
11. Apply for a temporary residence permit.

Remarks:

• The application materials and the supporting documentation may be submitted in either Chinese or English.
• The university has both a Spring semester and an Autumn semester. Applicants should submit materials from September to December for the following Spring semester and submit materials from February to May for the following Autumn semester.

Fees 2008-2009 (subject to change)

　　　　　Application Fee ￥400

Housing

Students can choose to live off or on campus. Application for apartments on campus should accompany the program application.
Each international students’ apartment has a kitchen, a toilet, a living room and two separate bedrooms, which provides accommodation for two students. The apartment is well equipped with water heater, bath lights, air-conditioner, telephone, microwave oven, refrigerator, induction cooker, etc. With the students’ canteen situated nearby, these apartments are the best choice for international students’ accommodation. The cost for each room is RMB 800yuan per month. Currently we provide a 25% discount to the students.