Study In China
Summer at BeiJing SiHai Confucius Institute
北京四海孔子学院
Summer at BeiJing SiHai Confucius Institute
北京四海孔子学院
Welcome, parents and global learners
Program Fee
Total: $5775 per person
Total: $5775 per person
- $3775 for 2 weeks
- $2000 airfare
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About the Program
The program in Beijing city （北京） offers a program designed to deepen understanding of its significance as China's capital and its role in East Asia. By blending cultural studies with social sciences, students explore Beijing’s historical, literary, and political-economic aspects. Through language and culture classes, as well as immersive field trips to landmarks, neighborhoods, and museums, students gain firsthand insights into the city’s heritage. The program also includes hands-on projects, encouraging independent exploration and critical thinking. This dynamic, interdisciplinary approach fosters cross-cultural understanding and broadens perspectives on East Asian society.
1. Introduction to the Beijing SiHai Confucius Institute
The Sihai Confucius Institute is located in the picturesque Western Hills of Beijing. It is a private academy focusing on the study of traditional Chinese and foreign classical texts, aimed at young students both domestically and internationally. Founded in September 2006 by Sihai Education and Sihai Media, the academy is a practical entity that continues to promote Chinese traditional culture, following seven years of the Classical Recitation Project being carried out domestically and abroad.
2. Purpose of the Institution
The program in Beijing city （北京） offers a program designed to deepen understanding of its significance as China's capital and its role in East Asia. By blending cultural studies with social sciences, students explore Beijing’s historical, literary, and political-economic aspects. Through language and culture classes, as well as immersive field trips to landmarks, neighborhoods, and museums, students gain firsthand insights into the city’s heritage. The program also includes hands-on projects, encouraging independent exploration and critical thinking. This dynamic, interdisciplinary approach fosters cross-cultural understanding and broadens perspectives on East Asian society.
1. Introduction to the Beijing SiHai Confucius Institute
The Sihai Confucius Institute is located in the picturesque Western Hills of Beijing. It is a private academy focusing on the study of traditional Chinese and foreign classical texts, aimed at young students both domestically and internationally. Founded in September 2006 by Sihai Education and Sihai Media, the academy is a practical entity that continues to promote Chinese traditional culture, following seven years of the Classical Recitation Project being carried out domestically and abroad.
2. Purpose of the Institution
- To build a system for passing down China’s outstanding traditional culture and to rebuild Chinese education with Chinese culture at its core;
- To integrate Eastern and Western cultures, and cultivate modern Chinese gentlemen;
- To establish a Chinese cultural dissemination system centered on traditional Chinese academies, explaining China to the world;
- To create a philosophical research system centered on Confucian culture, blending the essence of Eastern and Western cultures and major religions, promoting world peace and development;
- To develop an exchange platform centered around modern network technology to facilitate the blending and popularization of Chinese and foreign classical cultural education.
- Non- religion;
- Non-politics;
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Where students will learn and study?
This is a 2 to 4-week program that combines language courses with an exploration of Beijing’s cultural history and daily life. Students and parents will reside at the Sihai Confucius Institute in Beijing and engage in a variety of activities alongside local students. These include traditional handicrafts, archery, classical music instruments, Chinese herbal medicine, Chinese sports, hands-on farming, and creative projects. On weekends, students will participate in field trips that offer a unique perspective on Beijing, exploring its historical and literary significance, as well as visiting different neighborhoods.
Accommodations
Students will reside in on-campus dormitories, while parents will stay in an on-campus hotel at the Sihai Confucius Institute.
The dormitories for students and the hotel offer amenities such as Wi-Fi, a 24/7 concierge, a refrigerator, daily housekeeping, laundry services, a safe for storing valuable items, a cafeteria, and a gym. Living here will provide the opportunity to meet students with various backgrounds and interests from different parts of China. In addition to the practical conveniences of a student community, the campus also provides access to a library and serves as an ideal base for your creative and academic pursuits. |
Summer Immersion Program 2026
Experience the heart of China through an intensive two-week cultural and academic journey at the Confucius Institute campus in Xi Shan, Beijing. This transformative program combines language learning, cultural immersion, and historical exploration from June 26 – July 11, 2026. AGE Eligible Age
From 8 year old and older. Parent and relatives are welcome with 5% discount on program fee. Number of participants:
Starting & Ending Locations:
If you have any questions about the application, please contact the admissions office via email at [email protected].
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Program Itinerary
The Itinerary may updated based on unexpected circumstances.
Day 0
- Friday, June 26 Departure from the United States. Please make your own way to Beijing. |
Day 1
- Sunday, June Arrival at PEK airport. A representative of SiHai Institute will greet you at the arrivals lobby and assist you with transferring to SiHai Confucius Institute campus |
Day 2 - Orientation
Arrival ceremony, meeting students, faculty, comprehensive orientation, and guided campus tour |
Day 3 - Traditional Art
Chinese etiquette and discipline. Morning Chinese calligraphy workshop, afternoon session learning the traditional Chinese instrument Guzheng. |
Day 4 - Herbal Medicine
visit a traditional herbal garden and receive a comprehensive introduction ot Chinese herbal medicine principles and applications. |
Day 5 - Field trip: Visit the Imperial College （国子监）Guozi Jian, Beijing city.
Explore the Imperial College, China's ancient center of higher learning and Confucian education. |
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Day 6
Hand craft and Classic Chinese Instrument |
Day 7
Field trip: Visit China AI tech headquarter |
Day 8 - Great WallField trip: Climb the magnificent Great Wall of China, one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
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Day 9 - Martial Arts
Intensive Kung Fu training session with experienced masters, learning fundamental techniques and philosophy. |
Day 10 - Temple of Heaven
Field trip: Visit the Temple of Heaven, masterpiece of imperial religious architecture and UNESCO World Heritage site. |
Day 11- Traditional Sports
Chinese archery workshop, learning traditional techniques and cultural significance. |
Day 12 -Traditional NeighborhoodsVisit Xi Shan area and explore Beijing's traditional Hutong alleyways and Siheyuan courtyard houses
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Day 13 - Imperial BeijingField trip: Explore the Forbidden City imperial palace complex and historic Tiananmen Square.
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Day 14 -Closing ceremony and transfer to Beijing International Airport for return flight.
Today is the final day of the summer camp. We will say "谢谢“ and "再见” to the Sihai Confucius Institute and take the bullet train back to Beijing International airport. |
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Inquiry: Summer Camp 2026 (Beijing, China )