GEO Faculty-Led Programs in Chengdu, China
About the site
- Climate and Sustainability
- Topics in Chinese Culture and Society
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Visual Arts
- Program length abroad:
- 1 – 3 weeks
- Terms:
- Spring Break
- Summer (June – July)
- Fall Break (November)
Site availability may depend on program dates and site capacity for the requested timeframe.
- Minimum students: 10
- Maximum students: 18
Chengdu, China is one of the world’s fastest growing economies as well as a hub of transportation and communication, but alongside this modernity, you’ll find beautiful culture, history, and heritage.
The city is known for its ethnically diverse culture, dynamic contemporary arts, incredible cuisine, progressive urban development, and relaxing lifestyle. Learn about the history and many ethnic groups of China through local festivals, heritage sites, temples, and museums. Chengdu also offers valuable insight into environmental conservation and sustainability, from urban green spaces and ecological planning to its role in protecting the region's unique natural resources.
Program options and components
The following are sample logistics and services that can be incorporated into a Faculty-Led Program in Chengdu, China.
Academic and co-curricular opportunities
- Classroom space is provided through USAC's host institution, Sichuan Normal University (SNU).
- Guest lectures or presenters.
- Co-curricular activities or visits related to academic area.
The Faculty-Led Program course is identified and taught by the institution’s faculty. The academic content, syllabus, and credit is determined by the institution. No USAC credit is given, and the cost of instruction is not included in the program.
Cultural immersion and site experiences
Local site activities
- Examples include:
- City tour
- Local museum visit
- Local cuisine class
- Panda research base
Day trip
- Examples include:
- Qiang Minority Village
- Dujiangyan Irrigation System
- Big Buddha
- E’mei Mountain
Site logistics
- Student housing:
- Shared dorm room
- Shared hotel room
- Program Leader housing:
- Single-occupancy dorm room
- Single-occupancy hotel room
- Welcome and farewell meals
- Breakfast typically included with hotel only
- Additional group meals may be added upon request
- Local transit pass
- Private transportation for activities when local transit or walking is not feasible
- Group airport transfers available for arrival and departure
Service and activity availability vary and cannot be guaranteed. Final inclusions and costs are outlined in the official program proposal based on program length and selected components. All GEO Faculty-Led Programs include USAC site staff support, access to USAC's Health and Safety Team, and CISI insurance.