About the Program

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No one can ignore the significance of China in the contemporary world, and thus to know more about China has become a core curriculum for anyone who aims to be a future leader. The Fudan Summer Camp on Chinese Economy and Societyis a two-week intensive program hosted by the School of Economics, Fudan University every July since 2016. It is well-designed to help students with interest to achieve a deep and brand-new understanding of China within a short period, facilitating their knowledge-building in terms of China's economic, commercial, social, and political landscape.  


In this 2-week intensive program, students can expect: 

Ø Renowned institution: Fudan University (world #40, mainland China #3 - QS 2020)

Ø Transcript with 3 Fudan credits (6-7.5 ECTs) and certificate upon successful completion

Ø 12*3 hours of insightful lectures by LEADING scholars in the respective fields

Ø 3 in-depth company visits to learn from a real business environment

Ø 3 field trips and rich activities to have a better understanding of Chinese culture and society

Ø Network with classmates of diverse backgrounds from all over the world


- Credit Transfer (find more)

After successfully completing the 2-week program, students will receive official transcript with 3 Fudan credits (3 Fudan credits =54 class hours = 6-7.5 ECTS). Students who need to transfer credits back are advised to consult with the home university in advance.


- 12*3 hours of Insightful Lectures (find more)

Take the insightful lecture courses and communicate closely with some of the best scholars in the field of Chinese Economy and Society, not only from Fudan University but also from LSE and UC Davis, etc.


- 3 In-depth Company Visits (find more)

Learn from a real business environment and form a brand-new understanding of China from in-depth company tours to various business organizations (a state-owned enterprise, a private company and an international trading market).


3 Field trips and Rich Cultural Activities (find more)

Immerse yourself into traditional Chinese culture while experiencing China's urban development in 3 dynamic  cities including Shanghai, Hangzhou and Yiwu.


- Global Network

Are you ready to meet talents with diverse backgrounds from all over the world? In 2019, the program received students from 13 countries and 34 universities (including world top universities like Princeton University, University of Pennsylvania, Australian National University, The University of Hong Kong, The University of Manchester ,The University of Melbourne, to name a few).