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Take a Gap Year In China
Discover the world, become confident and change your life!
Spend a Gap Year in China
Sometimes we simply need a year off (or even just a semester)... A gap between high school and college or university, or break halfway through an intensive degree or course, or if you’ve reached a crossroad in your life and don’t know which path to follow.
Taking a gap year in China can be the perfect solution! You can join students from across the globe in an unrivaled Gap Year Study Abroad Program and discover the world, grow in confidence and independence, learn Chinese, and add something to your portfolio of life that will stand you in good stead in the future.
Why Take a Gap Year in China?
Few other countries can offer the diversity and experience you’ll get living, studying, working or traveling in China. China has many faces; it’s a myriad of culturally rich and diverse cities. As you move around you’ll experience modern China around one corner and ancient China around another. China has the world’s largest and fastest growing economy. It’s a culturally rich country that is continually adapting to stay abreast of world changes.
Working overseas can be hard if you don’t have the support you need. Go Abroad China have over a decade of experience in organizing customized internship programs for people all over the world. Whether you are from the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, or anywhere else in the world, Go Abroad China is here to offer you the opportunity to live and work in China easily. Our internship programs are completely flexible, from when you start through to the length of time you intern for; our team are here to help you put together your dream internship program.
- Internship placement in China
- Learning Mandarin
- Work with entrepreneurs
- Taking part in a study tour
- Exploring China
Many companies are offering a Gap Year in China, so why choose GAC? For a start, our standard program already includes most of the add-ons that competitors make you pay extra for. Our company has been delivering programs to satisfied customers for over a decade, and we work tirelessly to improve our services and programs. With GAC you are in good hands.
Why choose us? Go Abroad China arranges paid Internships for our participants with a range of companies, from small start-ups to large, multinational corporations. We ensure your entire year is planned and you’ll know you are in good hands. Join thousands of other people from all over the world in our much loved Gap Year Internship Program.
Gap Year Program Types
Personalize your gap year by choosing the gap year program types you like most. Combine learning Mandarin, internship, volunteering, travel and entrepreneurship for the ultimate gap year
Can you guess what the most spoken language in the world is? If you guessed English, you guessed wrong! Mandarin has overtaken English as the most spoken language in the world. This being the case, learning to speak Mandarin can open doors for you globally and make a positive impact on your future. You don’t have to attend a university or school to learn Chinese either; we have a range of courses available to suit you, from one-on-one personal tutoring through to small group classes and university programs. Click Go Abroad China Learning Chinese Programs for details.
China has the largest and fastest growing economy. China is one of the world’s oldest civilizations, steeped in history while driving change and racing into the future full speed. Many of the world’s fortune 500 have offices here and we have the second largest number of start-ups in the world. What better place to gain work experience? As the world’s largest manufacturer of consumer goods China offers the business minded many opportunities to learn. When you Intern abroad in China, you have a unique opportunity to gain international work exposure, be completely immersed in the Chinese culture and history, and learn the most spoken language in the world: Mandarin. The experience and knowledge you will gain will change your perspectives on life, give your résumé an edge, and set you up for a global career. Click Go Abroad China Gap Year Internship Program for details.
One of the greatest ways to explore and get to know a new culture and country is to travel. China offers a rich and diverse range of historical sites, cultural experiences, and regional activities. With many famous landmarks and even more little known places to visit, China is sure to offer you the opportunity to explore and find adventure… See the Great Wall of China (where the mortar that holds the stones together is made with sticky rice), or the Forbidden City which has over 9,000 rooms! Meet Pandas and see the diverse ecology of China, where you could explore vast mountain ranges, stunning rivers and deserts.
Travel and learn to speak Chinese by conversing with locals, get to know our culture and broaden your horizons in the experience of a lifetime. Go home feeling like a new person who has grown in confidence, seen amazing things and learned the most spoken language in the world - something that will enhance your future opportunities significantly. Click Go Abroad China Gap Year Programs for details.
For those of you who want to give back to the community, Go Abroad China offers some of the most meaningful travel and volunteer experiences right here in China, fulfilling the needs of both locals in unideal situations and giving you a valuable opportunity to get involved in our social improvement efforts. Choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities from supplying health care, to teaching or go into the heart of rural villages and help rebuild infrastructure or help with agriculture. Without a doubt, one of the most effective ways to get to know local people and understand them is to mingle with them in their daily life, all the while making a lasting impact in the community.
For many years, Go Abroad China has been contributing to the betterment of Chinese children living with special needs and disabilities, children in orphanages and those that attend poor schools for migrant children. As an international volunteer, your contribution will undoubtedly improve not only their situation physically, but more importantly in their psychological state of mind as opportunities like these are not very common for them. The memories are bound to last for a lifetime for all sides involved. Click Go Abroad China Volunteer Programs for details.
What better way to spend your Gap Year than in the exchange of languages? Come and spend your Gap Year teaching in China and share your language with us, while we teach you ours! Go Abroad China can organize a range of teaching opportunities for both qualified teachers or people with no teaching experience at all. Our Teaching Programs offer you a generous income, accommodation, travel, immersive Mandarin classes, and meals. Our team have a good reputation in the industry and will match your skills to your opportunities and expectations.
Apply today for a customized experience with one of China’s most reputable Gap Year in China organizations. Click Go Abroad China Teaching in China Programs for details.
Gap Year Program Highlights
With over a decade of experience in delivering high-quality programs in China, our team at Go Abroad China can offer you a customized, high-quality gap year program with more inclusions in our standard program that our competitors.
Join thousands of other students who have chosen Go Abroad China to deliver their international Gap Year Abroad program, and you’ll get:
- International exposure and experience; broaden your horizons and challenge yourself
- Intensive Mandarin Chinese classes at recognized universities, language schools or through personal tuition
- Language exchange with native Chinese speakers to help accelerate your Mandarin proficiency
- Guaranteed placement in a paid internship in China (if you intern for four weeks or more) or a part-time job opportunity
- Placement with a Mentoring and Coaching option to help you improve your skills, profile and grow professionally
- Network, socialize and meet people from all over the world; make friends for life
- Try something new with well-structured cultural electives
- See the country with guided tours in the city, outdoor excursions and networking activities
- Safe and comfortable accommodation; with choices including living with a Chinese host family, dormitories, shared apartment or private apartment
- A chance to take part in meaningful volunteering opportunities
- Around the clock support and assistance.
Taking a Gap Year in China isn’t just an opportunity to spend a year abroad, it’s an opportunity to get to know yourself, to grow in confidence and independence, to challenge yourself in new ways. You’ll gain life skills that will help you in your future challenges. Your time in China will help you focus on what you want from your future and help you make decisions if you are at a cross-road in your life.
Our team can work with you to help crystalize your career plans and to make decisions about your work life. You can mix and match a wide range of program options and be exposed to many different international experiences. Gain work experience in your field of study/career field, network and develop your list of global connections, learn a new language, travel and explore, volunteer, meet and interact with the local people. We offer you a unique experience. Our program is a complete package that allows you to choose which elements you want to take part in. Come for the experience of a lifetime…
What’s Included?
Your Chinese learning experience will be enhanced with all the extras we include in your program package. We are internationally recognized for making sure our students have a fulfilling experience in China. We make sure all our students are comfortable, safe, and have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Chinese culture.
Our service package includes all the essential things you need to have a fantastic experience, including pre-departure support, visa support documentation, accommodation, insurance, transportation, medical aid and more.
Details for the table:
Price for Go Abroad China Gap Year Program
Program Length | Program Type | Full Service with Homestay | Full Service with Shared Apartment | Full Service with Private Apartment |
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1 Semester | Standard | US$8,800 | US$9,680 | US$11,280 |
Intensive | US$9,860 | US$10,780 | US$12,980 | |
1 Academic Year | Standard | US$15,430 | US$16,980 | US$20,880 |
Intensive | US$17,760 | US$18,980 | US$23,860 |
- Programs are available all-year-round on a rolling admission schedule.
Apply today for a life-changing experience
Take a semester or a year off in China; apply for a paid internship, travel, teach or volunteer; meet new people and make friends for life and take your life in a whole new direction! What are you waiting for?
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Four Easy Steps to Go Abroad China
Step One: Apply online
Review program info and complete our online application form to get the ball rolling.
Step Two: Application Assessment
You will have a 15-min Skype interview with your program advisor to discuss your motivation, goals, needs, destination and duration. From this, we can make sure we tailor the right service package for you. We’ll also know if this is the right program for you. Within two to three days after the interview, the advisor will be in touch by email to let you know if your application has been successful. If so, we’ll send you a formal offer.
Step Three: Confirmation
To confirm your placement in our program, you’ll need to reply to our letter of offer and pay your agreed program deposit. Once this has been done, we’ll send you all the documents you need: your contract and all the required documents for your visa application as well as your pre-departure package via email, which contains all the information you’ll need regarding your trip and stay in China.
Step Four: Start your wonderful China journey
Once your flights have been booked, let us know your arrival details (date and time, flight number) so that we can organize airport pick-up. We’ll be excited to welcome you to our program in person!
Our support doesn’t end when you arrive. We are as dedicated to ensuring you have around the clock support for the duration of your stay as we do in getting you here. Your journey will include your paid internship, accommodation, language courses, cultural experiences, tours, and networking.
Tuan - Australia Internship Program in Beijing
Living and working in Beijing really opened my eyes. The people are extremely nice and helpful. During work, even though there is a huge language barrier, my colleagues do try to communicate with me and the manager was able to organise me to learn from different departments. I was able to make new friends and visit many places in Beijing. Everyone from GAC are very helpful and supportive. Overall I am satisfied with the program. Read More
Laura - USA Internship Program in Shanghai
Go aboard China was the one of the best things to happen to me!!! I did the homestay program where I stayed with the cutest family they were so kind to me!!! Kinder then the family I have now lol I actually miss them and think of them often even though it's been a few months since I left the program. I also got to work in an amazing engineering firm Wison were I had the most loving and hilarious coworkers, I literally just fit right in ! GAC I would recommend to a friend or any one reading this. Even when i wasn't in the city of Shanghai , GAC still helped me, plan , get and make sure I was safe during my trip to Beijing. I love GAC!!! Read More
Chris - United Kingdom Internship Program in Beijing
My time in China has been extremely rewarding. When I arrived, the culture shock was immense but I quickly settled into Chinese life, thanks to Gina and the GAC team. My internship was exactly what I was looking for, and it gave me the opportunity to work in a fantastically social co-working space in the heart of Sanlitun SOHO, a cosmopolitan and refined area. Read More
David - Australia Internship Program in Shanghai
Overall I enjoyed my experience with GAC. I was pleased with the amount of knowledge I learned and the new experiences I went through during my internship as a financial analyst at a finance company which GAC found on my behalf. The internship made me realize how fast things move in the finance industry and I feel it has prepared me well for the transition from university to the work force. Read More
Promotions & Financial Aid
We want everyone to have the chance to live and study in China; to make this possible we have a range of financial options available to support students who cannot afford full fees. Contact us today to discuss promotions, full and partial sponsorship opportunities.
Our prices start from US$1,980, depending on your service components, accommodation and length of stay.