FAQ about Anhui University, China
1. I really want to study at your University, but I can’t speak Chinese, can I be instructed in English?
Answer: For some doctoral programs(like Computer Application Technology, and Fundamental Mathematics), they are fully English medium programs.
2. How is the living standard in Hefei city? What about the canteen in the University?
Answer: The living expense here is reasonable, for example, about 150 USD for your food cost per month. All the canteens at school are open to international students.
3. How can I arrive in Hefei city, the location of University?
Answer: If there is no direct flight to Hefei, the recommended flight is transit from Hong Kong to Hefei (around 2.5 hours), or transit from Beijing to Hefei (around 1.5 hours), or transit from Shanghai to Hefei (around 40 min), or transit from Guangzhou to Hefei (around 1.2 hours). Students can choose the travel route according to their location.
4. Can you send a vehicle to take us from the local airport to the University?
Answer: Yes, the university can provide airport pick up service for the students in group from Hefei Xinqiao International Airport, this is the main airport serving Hefei, the capital of Anhui Province. Students should send detailed departure schedule to our university’s representative minimum 3 days in advance so that we can pick up without any delay.
5. How can I exchange some Chinese currency for my pocket money when I just arrived in China?
Answer: Students can exchange some Chinese currency in bank for shuttle/bus ticket fare and pocket money at the big International Airport when they arrive in China. And students can buy telephone card from business counter in the airport to give international call and domestic call if students need.
6. How are the transportation, telecom and internet in Hefei City ?
Answer: there is one airport, two train stations and many buses to many cities in China. There are convenient public facilities for telecom and internet, you can buy telecom card to call in any time and there are lots of internet pub for going on internet.
7. How is the climate in Hefei City?
Answer: Hefei features a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Hefei's annual average temperature is 16 °C (61.0 °F). Its annual precipitation is just under 1,000 millimetres (39 in), being heavier from May through August. Winters are damp and cold, with January lows dipping just below freezing.
8. How is China’s Engineering Education in the world?
Answer: China is the largest producer of engineering graduates in the world.
9. How is China’s Business and Management Education in the world?
Answer: China has become the second largest economic entity, which has made China an influential role in the global economy.
10. Is learning Chinese language compulsory?
Answer: Even some programs are taught in English, but international students must study Chinese language according to Ministry of Education, China. Chinese language classes are just offered three times per week, and international students are required to pass the basic level. Besides, it will be helpful for students in daily life if they learn some Chinese language. For the programs in Chinese international students will be required to take one year of Chinese language before start their major.
11. What is the voltage used in China?
Answer: The voltage here is 220 V. Converters and power strips may be purchased locally.
12. Useful public contact number in China:
Answer:
Fire: 119
Police Station: 110
Time Report: 12117
Telephone Directory: 114
Telephone Repair: 112
Emergency Ambulance: 120
Earthquake Advisory Service: 2042691
13. Can a student open a Bank Account?
Answer: Yes, a student could open a bank account in his name to keep his surplus money safe. He could also use this account to have his family remit any additional money as required.
The final information is subject to the University If there is any discrepancy!
