Department of Political Science and International Studies | C.W. Post Campus

Study Abroad in Beijing
The Foreign Affairs College (FAC) at Beijing, under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, is an institution of higher learning that trains students in the fields of diplomacy, foreign affairs and international studies. The FAC was founded in 1955 upon the initiative of the late Premier Zhou Enlai. At present, the college has 1,100 students. There are about 200 full-time instructors who constitute the main body of the teaching staff. In addition to offering basic courses, the FAC invites Chinese senior diplomats with rich experience, as well as experts and scholars with high academic attainments, to give lectures on various topics. In addition, the college invites about 20 foreign experts, teachers, prominent international figures, ambassadors to China and well-known scholars to participate in the curriculum and to deliver speeches. The semester-long Beijing program enrolls 15-20 students and includes 20 days of extensive touring of four to five important Chinese cities. FAC will arrange the instruction, field work, board and lodging for the students. Each student will receive a certificate upon completion that will translate to 15-18 credits toward graduation at Long Island University.

Curriculum: Students select five courses from those listed below. (All courses are taught in English.)

Contemporary China - 1949 to the Present (POL 67)
China and the World: Foreign Policy Emphasis (POL 59)
Chinese History (HIS 70)
Comparative Study of Chinese and Western Cultures (POL 65)
The Chinese Language: Appropriate Level (CHN 1-12)
Introduction to American Government & Party Politics (POL 2, taught by C.W. Post faculty)

Eligibility:

Matriculated students in their junior or senior years are eligible to study at FAC for one semester, either Spring or Fall. Senior Residency requirements will not be an issue since participants register as regular Long Island University students.

Financial Information:

Standard Long Island University tuition, room, board and fees will cover FAC tuition and fees, including housing, meals, tour expenses and weekend excursions in Beijing. Round trip airfare, hospitalization and dental insurance will be paid by the student.

Board & Lodging:

Students will lodge in double rooms in college residence halls. Food (mainly Chinese) is served.
Government Service - U.S. Department of State (Foreign Service and International Communications Agency), Defense Department, Commerce Department, Peace Corps.