roddy Posted March 1, 2007 at 02:34 PM Report Share Posted March 1, 2007 at 02:34 PM This topic is for discussion and reviews of Xiamen University. Accommodation, courses, on-campus facilities and activities - anything to do with Xiamen University goes in here. If there's a lot of discussion about any one particular topic we might split it into a new thread and leave a link here. http://www.chinese-forums.com/index.php?/topic/24998-xiamen/page__view__findpost__p__208614 http://www.chinese-forums.com/index.php?/topic/34775-accomodation-for-xiamen-university/page__view__findpost__p__259032 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted August 6, 2012 at 04:46 AM Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 at 04:46 AM Anyone else with more detailed information on the dorms for Xiamen University? Caiqing layout, bathroom layout, cooking areas, etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Members Yangrouchuan Posted December 19, 2012 at 09:26 PM New Members Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 at 09:26 PM Hi everybody. I'm considering going to Xiamen University to study for the International Relations (English Language Program) Master Degree. I was trying to find someone who had actually taken it (or knew someone who took it) to give me some insight into the program before I went through the process of applying. Basically I want to know if it was worth studying there. Since the school is not as big as Tsinghua or BeiDa I worry the quality might suffer, in regards to the teachers, teaching materials, etc. Some background on me: I've studied Chinese for over four years, lived in Dalian for about two years, Beijing half a year, but now I'm back in the US and looking into possibly going back to China. Even if someone had info on any of the English language Master Degree Programs in Xiamen that would be great. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted December 31, 2012 at 09:54 AM Report Share Posted December 31, 2012 at 09:54 AM Well, I guess you are in luck. I am studying a PhD here for international relations, but in Chinese. Are you planning on applying for the government scholarship? What do you want to know? and whats called "is it worth it"? Thats a very personal opinion and is up to a different interpretation by well, everybody. Be more specific and I'll try to answer all your questions. Until then, is a degree from this University worth anything? No idea. Is a degree from any Chinese university really worth anything in the US? I think it has more to do with your personal goals and future plans, as well as what you obtain from any program. There are quite a few international students in the english masters program. I dont think there is really much variety in what classes they can take. The program is 2 years, with I believe each semester you are having to take classes. The last two semesters you also have to write your thesis. The city in my opinion is not as developed as Dalian, a little bit more expensive, but has nicer weather. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
金妙漪 Posted July 2, 2013 at 06:02 AM Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 at 06:02 AM Hello friends Can anyone tell me what the Chinese language courses and instruction is like at Xiamen University? Quality? Not so quality? Are the professors engaging/interesting/interested? How big are class sizes? What's the dialect like? What's the night life like? Are the boys cute? ;) What's transportation like re. subway, taxis, etc? DO THEY SELL 串儿 IN THE STREET!? I've only lived in Beijing and Chengdu so the possibility of going to a smaller (but less polluted!) city is slightly weirding me out for some reason but I like to try new things so... Any information about living/studying at Xiamen University would be very welcome and I promise to send some 福 your way in return EDIT: Never mind, I take it all back. I was a noob and didn't look at the links roddy added before posting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Members werwanru Posted July 20, 2013 at 02:25 PM New Members Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 at 02:25 PM Does anyone know what is the registration date for language students this year? Because I haven't received my letter yet, webpages of university (both: admission office [admissions.xmu.edu.cn] and xmuoec.com) are unavailable and I really want to book a flight. Please help.. anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanda92 Posted July 29, 2013 at 02:56 AM Report Share Posted July 29, 2013 at 02:56 AM Any reviews about the dormitories for master students? is there a curfew? any suggestions when booking the dorm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted July 29, 2013 at 09:21 PM Report Share Posted July 29, 2013 at 09:21 PM @Amanda, depends on your major. IF you are a language student or one of the teaching chinese masters, you will be moved to the new campus off the island which has small dorms and nothing around in terms of shopping, excitement, etc. IF you remain on the main campus, you will be housed in one of two dorm buildings in a double room. The rooms are OK. Not big, not too small. There are no kitchens. Bathrooms are western toilets. There is AC and internet in the rooms as well as water heaters. There is no curfew and I do not think you can book your dorm in advance, only when you show up for registration. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanda92 Posted July 29, 2013 at 10:55 PM Report Share Posted July 29, 2013 at 10:55 PM I'm under the Chinese government scholarship with a masters in international relations, the lady from the admissions office said ill be put in the main campus so that's kinda a relief. But is it possible to still get a single room but pay the difference instead you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveh Posted July 31, 2013 at 02:39 AM Report Share Posted July 31, 2013 at 02:39 AM Some universities allow it. Xiamen University does not. Maybe with less students on campus next semester they will? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Members Sara11 Posted August 5, 2013 at 10:35 AM New Members Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 at 10:35 AM Hi guys! Can somebody help me with some information about Xiamen University? I was admitted to study a major in English there from September, but I applied, and still want to study in Chinese. So I sent several e-mails to the provided adresses (admissions, osao), but I did not get any useful answer. Does anyone know a specific person with conact info, who might be responsible for this kind of things? Or do you think it is possible to change the language of the programme? I have Government Scholarship. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amanda92 Posted August 5, 2013 at 10:55 AM Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 at 10:55 AM Chen Quan 陈权 Program Coordinator Admissions Office of Xiamen University Fujian Province 361005 P.R.China Tel：+86-592-2184792 Fax: +86-592-2180256 Email:chenquan@xmu.edu.cn She is the one I am in contact with too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Members Sara11 Posted August 5, 2013 at 02:03 PM New Members Report Share Posted August 5, 2013 at 02:03 PM Thank you! I will try to contact her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMax Posted February 7, 2014 at 04:26 PM Report Share Posted February 7, 2014 at 04:26 PM I am going to be starting in September, to study a BA in Chinese starting in the 3rd year. Feel free to contact me on here or on weixin: maxwx1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FadedStardust Posted May 9, 2014 at 02:38 PM Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 at 02:38 PM Hey all, I just got notice from the Admissions Office that I have been "nominated" (completely unexpected, seeing as how I applied for it and all...) for the CSC Scholarship! I have actually been pleasantly surprised thus far at the promptness and seemingly orderly email correspondence with the University thus far. Much different to the chaos that was my last experience studying in China (though, to be fair, Zhengzhou University doesn't have nearly as much experience with foreign students as I expect Xiamen U does). I am excited to start my MCTSOL program this fall, and look forward to meeting anyone who'll be at the university with me (masters, bachelors, non-degree-seeking students, whatever, I look forward to meeting and hanging out with you!). 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igacave Posted May 20, 2014 at 04:27 PM Report Share Posted May 20, 2014 at 04:27 PM FadedStardusthave you been accepted by XiaDa? or only recommended by your CI? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florine Posted June 17, 2014 at 12:01 PM Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 at 12:01 PM Hi everyone. I will start in september at Xiamen University for one semester, I've got a Confucius Institute Scholarship Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nptaidhdt Posted June 18, 2014 at 11:21 AM Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 at 11:21 AM Hi everyone. I have received good news from Xiamen University. I have accepted for CSC and my name has in Awardees of 2014 Chinese Government Scholarships (1st Batch). I'm so happy...So, I will start learning in september at Xiamen University for one semester. I to meet you. My facebook: nptaidhdt (My name's Nguyen Phuoc Tai 阮福才) My QQ: 1211457415 This is my dream and it come true Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obscuritea Posted June 20, 2014 at 02:31 AM Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 at 02:31 AM Hi guys, I got the CI scholarship for an academic year at XiaDa! Message me if you have a facebook and we can connect on there, if you'd like. Otherwise, I look forward to seeing you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eponym Posted June 22, 2014 at 03:27 PM Report Share Posted June 22, 2014 at 03:27 PM Hey guys, I have been awarded a Chinese Government Scholarship for 2014/2015. Feel free to contact me on here or we can talk on Facebook if you want! Congrats to you all! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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