A curriculum specifically designed for global success.
Specifically designed for the features and needs of Chinese students, the International Course provides an international curriculum side-by-side with the compulsory national high school curriculum, which allows the students to enjoy the intact Chinese campus life in the 3-year high school. The Course not only serves as a bridge to overseas higher education, but also increases their chances for successful entrance to foreign universities.
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The International Course ProgramThe Course's international curriculum features interdisciplinary and comprehensive teaching and learning, combining Great Books teaching methods, Chinese courses, international exchange programs, career planning and the international standardized English tests such as the SAT and TOEFL. Together, these lay a solid foundation for overseas studies.
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Great Books
The Great Books program is a highly regarded American curriculum organized and authorized by the Great Books Foundation. This program is the keystone for our four Great Books Courses:
Humanities
Art, Music, Poetry, Drama and Fiction of the Western Civilization, from Greek mythology to American immigration narratives
Art, Music, Poetry, Drama and Fiction of the Western Civilization, from Greek mythology to American immigration narratives
Social Sciences
Society, Culture, Personality, Western Political Tradition, Modern Theories of State, Society and History of Western Civilization, economic theories and policies
Society, Culture, Personality, Western Political Tradition, Modern Theories of State, Society and History of Western Civilization, economic theories and policies
Integrated Studies
Connecting themes and essential questions from Humanities, Natural and Social Sciences to form a deeper meaning through project-based learning and intensive real world skill-building
Connecting themes and essential questions from Humanities, Natural and Social Sciences to form a deeper meaning through project-based learning and intensive real world skill-building
| Great Books Program Overview |
| YCID Comprehensive Course Descriptions |
Chinese Courses
- Chinese Language - History and foundations of Chinese culture and arts
- Math - Geometry, Statistics, Trigonometry, Algebra, Calculus
- Sciences - Physics, Chemistry, Biology
- Social Sciences - History, Geography, Politics
International Exchange
- Study in American schools, experience local language environments and education atmosphere.
- Home stays with American families to learn about foreign culture and cultivate independent living habits
- Job Shadow program to gain an in-depth insight into traditional and innovative careers from experts in the field
- Tour throughout cultural and historical sites in the United States to form personal connections with curriculum studied in the International Course
| 2013 Job Shadow & Homestay |
College and Career Readiness
- Recognize students' personal interests and achievement potential
- Explore the features and components of a diverse range of career opportunities
- Master necessary skills by observing professionals and performing internships
- Set up e-portfolios, resume and materials for college applications and internships
- Choose potential job fields, ideal universities and majors
Language Strategies
- SAT/TOEFL Training
- Passing the entrance exam to American universities
- Improve students' listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities.
- Think, learn and research in an English academic environment and improve language comprehension
