Chapter 1 Preparation before Coming to China 1
1.Application for Studying in China 1
2.Transaction of Necessary Certificates for Coming to China 14
3.Preparation for the Journey to China 18
Chapter 2 Arriving in China 30
1.At the Port of Entry 30
2.From the Port of Entry to the College 32
3.Settling Down 33
4.Registration for School 37
Chapter 3 Studying in China 39
1.The Types of Institutions of Higher Learning in China 39
2.The System of Academic Degrees in China 40
3.Curriculum 42
4.The System of Educational Management 44
5.Ways and Approaches to Learning 46
6.Evaluation and Testing of Students' Achievement 47
7.Studying the Chinese Language in China 52
8.Utilization of a College Library 56
Chapter 4 Tips on Living in China 58
1.Bank Services 58
2.Postal Services 65
3.Telecommunication Services 73
4.Urban Traffic 77
5.Dining 80
6.Medical and Health Care 82
7.Hairdressing 83
8.Shopping 84
9.Recreation and Sport Activities 87
10.Safety 88
11.Paying a Visit to a Chinese Family 89
12.Nationalities and Religions 93
13.Chinese Festivals and Customs 95
14.Styles and Forms of Practical Chinese Writing 100
Chapter 5 Travel in China 114
1.General Information About Traveling in China 114
2.Scenic Spots and Historical Sites in China 135
Appendixes 148