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China International Leadership Programme | Europe—China Delegate Track

3 Months

Course Story Europe–China Delegate Track

The Europe–China Delegate Track was created as the perfect starting point for learners who want to experience China through both structured study and real-world immersion. This 3-month journey follows a blended learning model, combining online preparation modules with guided, in-country language and cultural experiences.


The programme grew from a simple idea: to help learners step into China not as tourists, but as active participants in everyday life. Over the years, we’ve seen how even a short period in China can transform confidence, language ability, and global awareness. That is why this track blends expert-led Mandarin lessons with authentic interactions—such as exchanges with local families, cultural activities, and daily practice in real Chinese environments.


By studying before departure and then living the experience on arrival, participants gain a stronger, more meaningful understanding of China’s language, people, and culture. This track forms the foundation for deeper cultural competence and opens the door to the longer 6- and 12-month pathways of the China International Leadership Programme.

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China International Leadership Programme

The China International Leadership Programme is a blended, immersive internship and leadership development initiative coordinated by the Ireland Sino Institute Headquarters in Cork, Ireland, and delivered on the ground in Liaoning Province, China. The programme is hosted in partnership with a locally registered institution in China that is officially recognised by the China Ministry of Education and the China Ministry of Civil Affairs.


Structured across three progressive tracks—


  • 3-Month Europe–China Delegate Track,
  • 6-Month Ambassador for Europe–China Cultural Relations Track,
  • 12-Month Ambassador for Europe–China Relations Track


The programme offers participants a unique opportunity to live, work, and study in China while building leadership skills, deepening cultural understanding, and developing strong Mandarin proficiency.

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Europe–China Delegate Track (3 months) | China International Leadership Programme

€9,000
🌏 3-Month Track

Europe–China Delegate

The Europe–China Delegate 3-Month Track is a structured blended track that pairs online learning modules with in-China immersion, helping participants build language confidence and cultural understanding through real experience.

Participants experience a blended learning model combining:

  • Professional, instructor-led Mandarin lessons, delivered by qualified teachers
  • Authentic real-life practice with local communities
  • Cultural immersion activities that bring language and daily life together
  • This approach ensures learners study Mandarin academically and use it meaningfully in everyday Chinese settings.


Programme Highlights

✅Language Learning & Cultural Immersion
✅15 hours per week of expert-led Mandarin instruction
✅5 hours per week of guided conversational practice and cultural activities such as:
✅Dining with Chinese families
✅Language exchanges
✅Social and cultural immersion experiences

Additional Programme Benefits

✅Free accommodation with Wi-Fi
✅Monthly stipend: 2,500 RMB
✅Z-visa sponsorship (legal work & study visa)
✅Internship placement at the Ireland Sino Institute Headquarters in Liaoning Province
✅Low cost of living, making daily life affordable and comfortable


Programme Modules (Blended Learning Structure)

Your 3-month journey follows a structured pathway through six modules. Upon enrolling in the 3-Month Track, learners gain access to the China International Leadership Programme Portal, the central hub for all course content and support.

The Portal provides:


Module 1 — Admission & Onboarding (Online)

This module provides applicants with a live introductory session and individualised guidance tailored to their specific circumstances. It also includes a formal interview, résumé preparation support, and assistance in securing required documentation, including an apostilled degree, apostilled police clearance, TEFL or TESOL certification, and a professional recommendation letter. .

Module 2 — Visa Preparation (Online)

This module focuses on the China Z visa application process. Documents obtained in Module 1 are submitted to the relevant Chinese authorities, followed by an application at the applicant’s nearest Chinese embassy or consulate. Upon successful completion, participants are issued a valid Z visa, enabling them to formally commence the China International Leadership Programme.

Module 3 — Essential Chinese for Everyday Living in China (Online)

This online module equips participants with essential Mandarin Chinese language skills required for everyday living in China. It focuses on practical communication and foundational language use to prepare participants for daily interactions, social situations, and professional environments prior to arrival in China.
Practical survival Mandarin for real-life communication:
transportation, shopping, dining, basic conversations, cultural etiquette, emergency vocabulary, and everyday living scenarios.

Module 4 — Pre-Departure Preparation (Online)

At this stage, participants receive guidance on travel preparation. This includes recommended items to pack, SIM cards and essential mobile applications, and documentation required for formalities to be completed after arrival in China. Information is also provided on arrival procedures, an overview of relevant aspects of Chinese law and society, and the scheduling of airport pick-up arrangements.

Module 5 — Induction Period (Blended)

Upon arrival, participants receive a structured orientation and settling-in period, including introductions to their host school and accommodation, familiarisation with local amenities such as shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and food options, and guidance on utilities, banking, transportation, and essential applications. Final registration and immigration formalities are also completed at this stage.

Module 6 — In-China Language & Cultural Immersion (Blended)

Participants receive a combination of structured and immersive Chinese language instruction, including HSK-aligned modules, practical language use in everyday settings with Chinese families and local businesses such as restaurants, supermarkets, and shops, as well as participation in cultural, community, and language exchange activities


Requirements

Apostilled BA Degree
Apostilled Police Clearance
TEFL/TESOL Certificate
Recommendation Letter
Successful Interview


The Europe–China Delegate 3-Month Track is the ideal gateway to Mandarin, authentic Chinese cultural exposure, and meaningful international experience.

Europe–China Delegate Course Curriculum (3 Months)


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About the Ireland Sino Institute

Founded in 2012 by Pat and Chang McCarthy, the Ireland Sino Institute is a non-political organization dedicated to deepening cooperation and mutual understanding between Europe and China. With operations in both regions, the Institute follows a dual-office model:


  • The China office, based in rural Northeast China, is a registered non-profit focused on education, cultural exchange, and philanthropy.
  • It delivers free or affordable English education to students in underserved areas, creating life-changing opportunities where they are needed most.
  • The Ireland office serves as a hub for tourism promotion, international cooperation, and bilateral business engagement between Europe and China.


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