China

Beijing

Study in Beijing

Study in Beijing with EF and learn the purest form of Mandarin in China’s ancient capital city.

Beijing is the political, economic and cultural capital of the world’s fast-rising superpower. This may be one of the world’s oldest cities, but all anyone seems to talk about is the city’s future. Hundreds of international companies have offices here, and major international universities have begun setting up satellite campuses in the city. Locals are known for speaking the purest form of Mandarin, and if you choose to study in Beijing, our classes in pronunciation and Chinese idioms will prepare you for real-world interactions.

EF Beijing is nestled in a central but quiet neighborhood, perfect for getting your bearings upon arrival. Our downtown location places students within walking distance of all the essentials; the post office, banks, gym and shopping malls. EF Beijing provides the rare opportunity to study alongside Chinese students who are learning English—meaning you’ll make local connections before even stepping outside of the building. For an even further immersion into Chinese culture, supplement your study program in Beijing with a special interest class in Chinese calligraphy or cooking.

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School Highlights

Downtown location

Nearby attractions include Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven

Small class size average

Opportunity to meet local Chinese students

Modern China in an Ancient Capital

Though soaring skyscrapers are a standard feature of modern Beijing, you don’t have to look far to uncover the traces of ancient China. This city was founded thousands of years ago and a walk down a Beijing street is a study in contradictions and contrasts. Residents perform centuries-old Tai Chi in the shadow of modern office buildings. Businessmen speak into cellphones outside of 15th century pagodas. Rickshaws share the road with luxury sports cars.

Study in Beijing and go beyond the tourist attractions to uncover layers of Chinese history in this storied capital. Glimpse Beijing’s architectural past while biking through the Hutong, a series of old alleyways and proudly order Peking duck in flawless Mandarin at a local eatery. On the weekend, go farther afield to witness the pagoda-spotted countryside and the majesty of one of the world’s true wonders, The Great Wall of China.

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