XJTLU High School Winter Camp 2025

Program Overview

XJTLU High School Winter Camp 2025 offers various disciplines for outstanding high school students. All programs are conducted on the XJTLU campus, with English as the medium of instruction. Students can apply based on their personal interests and holiday schedules.

Programme Choice:

Programme 1: Academic English and Intercultural Communication

Programme 2: Artificial Intelligence and Cutting-Edge Technology

Program Dates

January 18th to 23rd, 2025

Program Highlights

• International Education Experience: Engage deeply with the academic environment and educational philosophy of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University through specialized coursework, scientific research initiatives, and immersive campus life experiences. Gain a preview of the genuine context of international education.
• Academic Engagement and Industry Insights: Attend lectures and interactive sessions led by esteemed professors, researchers, and guest speakers. Participate in laboratory work for practical experience and collaborate on group projects. Visit renowned enterprises to explore industry advancements, establishing a robust foundation for your future academic and professional endeavors.
• Global Competitiveness: Improve academic English proficiency through comprehensive English-medium instruction. Cultivate critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills through activities such as public speaking and collaborative discussions. Learn from senior students at prestigious institutions about their academic journeys, equipping you to capitalize on future opportunities.
• Cross-Cultural Experience: Students are encouraged to cultivate a comprehensive skill set through a diverse curriculum that includes cross-cultural communication. This approach not only promotes a profound understanding of different cultural contexts but also expands students’ global perspectives, preparing them to excel in an interconnected world.

Programme Detail

Programme 1: Academic English and Intercultural Communication

This programme is designed to enhance students’ academic English skills and intercultural communication capabilities. Its primary objective is to prepare students for the global arena by equipping them with the skills necessary to navigate and communicate effectively within diverse cultural environments.

[Core Outcomes]

• Academic English Proficiency: Attain a thorough mastery of academic English encompassing speaking, writing, reading, and presentation skills.
• Public Speaking Skills: Through targeted academic speech training and participation in competitive speaking events, students will significantly enhance their public speaking abilities, thereby increasing their self-confidence and personal influence.
• Intercultural Communication Skills: Foster a deeper understanding of various cultures and improve cross-cultural adaptability and skills for international conference participation through specialized courses (such as intercultural communication and etiquette) and practical exercises (such as Model United Nations).
• Logic and Critical Thinking: By engaging with studies in logic and critical thinking, along with English defense techniques, students will refine their analytical and expressive skills, establishing a robust foundation for their future academic and professional pursuits.

[Programme Instuctor]

• Xia Ling

Associate Dean of the School of Languages, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

• Simon Sheridan

Director of the English Language Centre, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

• Paula Gibson

Deputy Director of the English Language Centre, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

• Zhang Qiwei

Core EAP (English for Academic Purposes) Course Leader at the English Language Centre, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

• Christopher Redmond

Senior Language Lecturer at the English Language Centre, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

【Schedule】

Programme 2: Artificial Intelligence and Cutting-Edge Technology

This programme focus on the most recent developments in artificial intelligence and technology, specifically designed for students eager to delve into the future of technology and its diverse applications. Its objective is to equip the upcoming generation with the essential skills and knowledge required to navigate and contribute to the continuously evolving landscape of AI and technology.

[Core Outcomes]

• Exploration of AI Frontiers: Acquire in-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies and applications in artificial intelligence, including AIGC, principles of generative AI, and metaverse technologies, thereby providing students with valuable insights into emerging tech trends.
• Practical Skills and Project Planning: Enhance students’ practical skills in the AI domain and foster innovative thinking through hands-on exercises and AI innovation project planning activities.
• Visiting Leading Enterprises: Gain firsthand knowledge of the practical applications and AI technology by visiting prominent companies and engaging directly with experts in the field.
• Team Collaboration and Presentation Skills: Learn team collaboration skills through group projects and boost students’ expressive abilities and self-confidence through project presentations and reporting, preparing them for future career challenges.

[Programme Instuctor]

• Professor Eng Gee Lim

Dean of School of Advanced Technology, Professor in the Department of Communications and Networking Engineering, Inaugural Director of AI research centre at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

• Dr Wang Qiufeng

Senior Associate Professor and the Head of Department of Intelligent Science at School of Advanced Technology, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. Director of the Suzhou Key Laboratory of Cognitive Computation and Applied Technology

• Dr Sun Qilei

Chief Technology Expert at the Virtual Engineering Center of the Virtual Reality Engineering Technology Key Laboratory, Artificial Intelligence Institute, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

【Schedule】

Fees

13,800 RMB

*The above fee includes tuition, materials, accommodation, meals, and insurance.

*Each program is limited to 40 people.

*Registration deadline: November 30^th, 2024.

Application Steps

• Fill out the application form:
  • scan the QR code below to fill out the form, submit proof of enrollment, and transcripts.

• Add the course assistant:
  • scan the QR code to add the course assistant and include the student’s name in the remark.

• Wait for review:

After the review, the course assistant will contact the applicant to discuss the next steps.

• Pay the fees upon approval:

Please include the student’s name in the remark and transfer the tuition fees to the following account:

Name: Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Bank: Agricultural Bank of China, Suzhou Xietang Branch

Account Number: 1055 0701 0400 0692 3

• Receive the admission notice:

The admission letter will be officially issued by email, please check your inbox.