Renmin University of China
 Founded in 1937 and originally called Shan Bei Public School,
the university was officially established in 1950 as Renmin University
of China (RUC). It is a key comprehensive university and also
known as the People's University of China. Since its establishment,
the university has become an important teaching and research base
in the areas of humanities, social sciences and management sciences
in China. Also famous for its "'A' Standard in the Humanities
and Social Sciences in China's Higher Education Sector" status,
Renmin University also includes a substantial number of research
centers, transitional centers for postdoctoral studies, a School
of Continuing Education, School of Education and Training, and
the Shenzhen Research Institute.
 The university has been continuously adapting itself to meet China's
process of modernization and development and has achieved new accomplishments
in Party development and consolidation, political and ideological
work, in educational reform, syllabus design, scientific research,
academic exchanges, campus planning and construction. Renmin University
has given intellectual support and made positive and significant
contributions to China's economic construction and social development,
and enjoys great prestige both in China and abroad.
Over the past 68 years, Renmin has been consistent in its objectives
to educate and cultivate talented personnel for the cause of socialist
development. The university has produced 180,000 highly qualified
and talented graduates specializing in various fields, and has
made great contributions to China's socialist revolution, development
and reform.
Now, the university is focusing more on promoting China's economic
and social development to the world since the majority of its students
are studying the humanities and social sciences. Renmin University
is also playing an active role in politics, economics and social
studies. Renmin University alumni include first-class talents
in various fields who have made great contributions to national
development and progress. Currently, Renmin has an enrollment
of 18,752 students, including 1,066 international students from
countries and regions all around the world.
Renmin University comprises of 21 schools and has attained top
ranking among all universities in China in three fields of study.
International students can be accepted to study in every specialty
according to their needs and interests provided they have met the
university's entry requirements. The reputation of the university
attracts many students from China and abroad to study at Renmin
University each year.
The School of Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language offers various
short-term Chinese language training programs to international
students, together with the opportunity to make friends and become
acquainted with China. The School's motto is "Learn Chinese language,
experience Chinese culture, and make Chinese friends."
For short-term studies, students are able to enroll in a two weeks
up to six weeks course. Short courses run in the summer and winter.
Semester-long and one-year programs are available in the Spring
and Fall for students who are keen to immerse themselves fully
in Chinese learning. There are 18-22 students in each class.
Placement tests are held at the beginning of every semester in
order to assign students an appropriate class. All Chinese proficiency
levels are available, from total beginner, beginner, and intermediate
up to advanced classes. Chinese courses taken on short-term and
long-term programs include listening, reading and conversation
classes. There are four hours of classes scheduled in the morning,
Monday to Friday. Certificates are awarded at the end of successful
completion of the program.
From time to time, as part of the program, extracurricular activities
such as watching movies, attending theatrical performances, and
visits to some historical sites are arranged. Additionally, option
elective courses are available and usually held in the afternoon,
and these could include Chinese culture, Tang Dynasty poetry, reading
novels, calligraphy, painting and so on.
Renmin has a large group of highly qualified and experienced teachers
and staff members. There are 1,485 members of the teaching staff,
including 424 professors and 595 associate professors. Most of
the staff have received many awards and scholarships from China
and abroad. Highly qualified and well-structured teaching and
research has been cultivated over many years.
Renmin University is also one of the top ranking universities
in terms of the number of scholars who have gained official recognition
from both the national and Beijing municipal governments. Moreover,
198 eminent scholars from overseas and 930 well-known intellectuals
and scientists from various fields have taught and researched at
Renmin as honorary professors, resident professors or part-time
professors.
The Chinese Language and Culture Department has more than 30 professional
teachers giving Chinese classes to international students. These
teachers are selected carefully by the university and have many
years of experience teaching international students. All teachers
are expert native Chinese speakers, fully certified by the State
Ministry of Education.
Library
Founded in 1937, Renmin University Library has 15 reading rooms
with more than 1,800 seats. The reading rooms provide consultation
services, inter-library loans, binding services, audio-visual equipment
and a number of other services. The library has a collection of
2,500,000 volumes, including large collections on humanities, social
sciences, economics and administration. More than 3,000 essential
periodicals are available and there are 400,000 thread-bound classical
books and 30,000 copies of rare books. The library also offers
convenient access allowing visitors to use the digital resource
facilities.
Recreation Facilities
Renmin University of China boasts the largest and most modern
university gym in China. There are also indoor and outdoor basketball
courts, tennis courts, a large sports ground and a first-class
swimming pool on campus, all of which are open to students for
a fee. A full program of lectures, films and concerts makes campus
life more vivid. The Students' Union also runs its own varied
programs of social events and entertainment.
Laundry
Students can wash their clothes in the washing facilities provided
on every floor of the dormitory buildings. For those who need
a dry cleaning service, Laundromat can be found conveniently located
on the university campus. The famous Prandler Laundromat is just
five minutes away, and provides a better service than standard
dry cleaning.
Money & Banking
A branch of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China is available
on campus. The bank has a 24-hour ATM and accepts all foreign
currencies. A range of services are also available for international
students, including money transfers and currency exchange.
Opening Hours: 9 am ¨C 5 pm, all week long
Medical Care
There is a small Chinese clinic on campus with Chinese-speaking
doctors and nurses. Haidian Hospital is located off campus within
10 minutes walking distance. Some of the doctors at Haidian Hospital
can speak good English.There is a well-stocked pharmacy which
offers Western medication and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine)
ingredients. The hospital is open 24 hours a day and payment can
be made by cash or credit card.
An international hospital, called SOS, is located in Chaoyang
District and provides 24-hour services. SOS offers comprehensive
medical services including dentistry, counseling, physiotherapy,
occupational therapy, nutrition and TCM. The on-site pharmacy
stocks Western medication and TCM ingredients. Clinic appointments
can be made by call (8610) 6462-9112, and dental appointments at
(8610) 6462-0333.
Food & Groceries
Basic dining options are provided by the university dining halls,
which serve up a large selection of food at reasonable prices and
are open all week long. Additionally, there are cafes, restaurants
and bars on campus, including Chinese, Muslim, Korean, Japanese
and Western eateries. A convenience store and bookstore are located
on campus. The convenience store provides many kinds of food,
drinks, snacks and other essentials such as soap, shampoo and much
more. Carrefour supermarket is not very far from Renmin University,
about 5-10 minutes away by bus.
Postal Services
A post office is available on campus providing comprehensive postal
services, where students can send and receive mail and packages
from China and abroad. The post office is open from Monday to
Friday.
Dormitory accommodation for international students is available
in Renmin University, which provide single and double rooms. Each
room in the dormitories is kitted out with a bed, telephone, air
conditioner, central heating system, television, and internet access.
A shared laundry room is available in each building.
From airport to the campus: 60 minutes by taxi
From train station to the campus: 40-50 minutes by taxi
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