About the university
Location: Beijing, China
Beijing Normal University was established in 1902, and became the first Normal University in China. Today, the university trains specialists in 52 specialties. The university also prepares graduate students and doctors.
Since the mid-60s of the 20th century, the PPU has been accepting foreign students for training. In recent years, more and more foreign students come to study here.
The university currently has close ties with more than 100 universities in more than 30 countries and regions of the world.
Description
(the official name is full – Beijing Normal University, abbreviated – BNU, informal – Beishida) is one of the oldest educational institutions in Beijing. The University carries out highly qualified training of teachers of different directions, specialists in science and arts. The diploma of this institution is highly valued in all countries of the world, so foreign students dream of studying here.
Peking University of Pedagogy began its activities in 1902, when it was called Upper Class College, but was soon renamed Capital University. And after 1960, he began to actively accept foreign students from all over the world to the full course of study. For a long period of teaching activity from the beginning of its foundation, the University has accumulated a wealth of experience in the field of pedagogy and scientific activity, which successfully passes on to all its students and graduates.
University ranking and benefits
The State Normal University in Beijing was one of the first to be included in the PROJECT 211 and 985 programs, which indicates funding from the Ministry of Education and Science of China. This happened back in 1996, and to this day the university is on comprehensive state funding.
The main advantages of BNU University:
- participation in major research projects on a global scale;
- training in English is possible;
- high rating indicators in the world community.
The Pedagogical University of Beijing consistently always occupies the highest positions in the national ranking and does not go beyond the top 20 in China. The educational institution is considered one of the best in the world for training specialists in the field of education and is included in the TOP 150 most respected world universities.
Composition and infrastructure
The new BNU campus is located in the northwest corner of the Haidian Scenic Area, in close proximity to the central square. The infrastructure of the institution is quite developed and there are many educational buildings and research centers on the campus, where highly qualified specialists from different fields teach.
The full composition of the institution:
- about 3,000 teachers, of which more than 900 are professors and associate professors;
- 9 academicians of engineering and technical sciences of China;
- more than 250 executives of large enterprises who provide additional lessons;
- more than 16,000 students at the Bachelor’s degree department, of which about 800 are foreign students.
The university supports an international student exchange program, which enables students to study and practice in different countries of the world. Only those students who are distinguished by successful academic performance and attendance can take part in the program.
Admission and tuition fees
Admission to BNU Peking Normal University is subject to a general legal basis. The incoming student must provide the BNU Admissions Committee with a Certificate on the basis of 11 grades in English and an international passport. Students who have a high GPA in subjects are automatically enrolled in the first year. The rest of the students are given preparatory courses, which last from 6 months to one year.
The cost of a full academic course:
- in English (Bachelor’s degree) – 24,000 – 25,000 yuan / year;
- in Chinese (Bachelor’s degree) – 24,000 – 28,000 yuan / year;
- in Chinese (Master’s degree) – from 30,000 yuan;
- registration fee is one-time – 500 yuan.
Students enrolled in 1 course are provided with 38 research centers and laboratories, several sports grounds, a huge modern on-line library, a cozy hostel and a dining room.
Grants
For foreign students, there is a grant program that gives the right to receive a discount on a full course of study in the amount of 100%, 50% or 20% of the total cost. Grants are awarded on an individual basis according to the results of the IFP preparatory program, as well as the subject complex score. In this case, the purchased discount applies only to the first academic year. For each subsequent year, students re-submit the necessary documents for a grant.
Studying programs
Beijing State Normal University, in addition to Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, provides graduates with advanced training courses and courses to improve the higher level of knowledge.
BNU Bachelor’s Degree in English (4-year course):
- humanities and exact sciences;
- foreign languages and literature;
- Information Technology;
- economics and business administration;
- philosophy and sociology;
- international management and law;
- nuclear technology.
After the successful completion of the BNU Bachelor’s course, students can continue their studies at the Master’s degree, but already in the Chinese language, therefore, many English-speaking students actively study Chinese during the first four years of study.
Faculties
The multidisciplinary Beijing Normal University provides specialized training in the most effective programs and methods.
List of BNU specialties on the Bachelor’s course:
- preschool education;
- school education;
- foreign languages;
- philosophy and psychology;
- management;
- cinema;
- administration;
- educational technologies;
- many other areas of the pedagogical, economic and legal segment.
The duration of the Bachelor’s course is 4 academic years. The duration of the BNU Master’s degree is from 2 to 4 years, depending on the chosen direction.
Dormitory
BNU international students are provided with accommodation in a hostel, which is located on campus. The student can choose single or double occupancy with all necessary furniture in the room. The cost of paid accommodation is from 40 to 80 yuan per day per student. At the same time, free accommodation is provided for those students who have grants.
The university operates:
- Chinese language courses
- Refresher courses
- Advanced training courses
- Full-time training in various specialties
- Postgraduate studies
- Education in doctoral studies
- Participation in research projects
Addresses and telephones:
Email: [email protected]
Links
Official website: bnu.edu.cn