| Location The city of Zhuhai in People's Republic of China is a clean, modern city adjacent to Macao and just across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong. Zhuhai offers everything that is good in China. You will find the locals very friendly in this clean, well-planned and beautiful city, as well as a plethora of restaurants serving excellent cuisine at very inexpensive prices.
And there is something to please everyone in terms of entertainment and activities, including a variety of modern discos and bars, great shopping venues, an amusement park and a water park!
Culture and history abound in this city, and there are plenty of sightseeing options in Zhuhai and within close proximity. In Zhunhai you can visit a local Chinese tea factory and get acquainted with the hometown of Sun Yat Sen. Hop a train to Shanghai and check out the Bund, or visit Beijing to witness first-hand the fascinating history of the Forbidden City and the Great Wall.
Hong Kong is one of the most important financial centers and one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. The Pearl River Delta is the economic driving force in China, with huge numbers of joint-venture manufacturing companies based in Guangdong province.
There is no better place than Hong Kong from which to soak in the excitement of Chinese daily life, and this very vibrant city is sure to astound you. And Macao, the famous gambling mecca of Asia, is just a taxi ride and border crossing away. This exciting city has numerous casinos and an amazing nightlife with many entertainment options.
With a rich blend of culture and tradition, an incredibly diverse and beautiful landscape, and a truly fascinating daily life, Zhuhai will surely enchant everyone who visits. And with the plethora of job opportunities to be found in China and throughout Asia, this is the perfect location from which to acquaint yourself with Chinese culture and begin your TEFL career.
Zhuhai Climate Sunshine and heat characterize Zhuhai's sub-tropical monsoon climate. 90% of the total yearly rainfall occurs from May to October. January and February are normally the coldest months with an average temperature of 14ºC, and June through August the hottest with an average of 28ºC.
About The School
The TEFL International School in Zhuhai is located on the Pearl River Delta, and is offers complete immersion into the Chinese culture.
The building is modern and fully-equipped, with spacious classrooms and all the services and resources required of a suitable learning environment.
SPECIAL OFFER Sign up for one of our 4 week classroom based, residential courses by the end of this month and receive a free additional certificate course in teaching business English: CTBE or certificate in teaching young learners: CTEYL. |
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Optional extra: Chinese Language Course
Should you want to learn some Chinese during your time in China, you could attend a Mandarin or Cantonese language program either before or after your TEFL course, in either Hong Kong or Shenzhen. This TEFL course/language program offers you the opportunity to become TEFL qualified with an internationally recognized TEFL certificate and immerse yourself in the local culture, improving your language skills.
Language courses start most Mondays, and are available for two, four and eight weeks. Please click here for details.
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"TEFL International is so much more than a school! It's an immersion into a different culture! Their professional and friendly approach makes you feel at home in such a comfortable setting. After taking the course I feel confident to use my skills and collective resources within any classroom. TEFL is much more than I expected…. You not only finish the course with a certificate and many teaching opportunities, but with friends for life."
Melissa Parra |
Accommodation
TEFL International is able to provide comfortable, well-equipped accommodation for teacher trainees at very competitive rates.
Accommodation in Zhuhai typically consists of a private bedroom located either on school premises or in a nearby three-bedroom apartment shared with fellow trainees. The rooms are all clean, comfortable and sufficiently furnished, with access to a full bathroom and all essential facilities.
As well, all rooms are very well-situated within walking distance to various restaurants, bars and basic services such as grocery stores and banks.
Please be assured that any special requests or requirements regarding accommodation will be taken into account, and TEFL International will make every effort to honor such requests.
Course Dates
- 4 January - 29 January 2010
- 22 February - 19 March 2010
- 22 Mar - 16 Apr 2010
- 19 April - 14 May 2010
- 24 May - 18 June 2010
- 21 June - 16 July 2010
- 19 July - 13 August 2010
- 23 August - 17 September 2010
- 20 September - 15 October 2010
- 18 October - 12 November 2010
- 22 November - 17 December 2010
- 20 December - 14 January 2011
Course Fees
- US$ 1590 (£) (including accommodation)
- US$ 1390 (£) (excluding accommodation)
Zhuhai, China - Map: Click
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