National University of Singapore Extension     Name of programme Asian Perspective: Learn Mandarin and Uncover Southeast Asia in 6 weeks. Description of programme offering Embark on a 6-week journey that allows you to pick up Mandarin, an increasingly important language in this century, and explore Southeast Asia in one of the region's leading nation-cities - Singapore. Programme format In this programme, participants will attend a robust and fun 100 hours of basic Mandarin curriculum. In addition, they will uncover the diversity and richness of Chinese and Southeast Asian cultures through films, documentaries, seminars, field trips and hands-on workshops. Examples of activities includes: Revisit the legacy of Chinese and Southeast Asian civilisations Visit places of worship, e.g. meditate in a Buddhist monastery Be introduced to various gastronomical Asian delights Try their hands at Chinese Calligraphy Play the Javanese musical instrument, Gamelan Design their own Batik, a wax-dyed textile Chinese Tea Appreciation This programme covers a broad spectrum of cultural activities in an interactive and varied format. Programme dates / duration Intake 1: Jun - Jul Intake 2: Dec - Jan Academic credit NA Programme fees Refer to website for more details: http://www.nus.edu.sg/nex/main_abroad.htm Eligibility / Year of study Undergraduate Language of instruction English, except Mandarin classes Application dates Refer to website for more details http://www.nus.edu.sg/nex/main_abroad.htm Link to Programme webpage http://www.nus.edu.sg/nex/main_abroad.htm Contact for programme nexquery@nus.edu.sg 9 Penang Rd #12-01 Park Mall S238459 (65) 6338 8400 (65) 6339 4560