Do I have to stay on the ECUPL campus?
Yes. All students must stay in the accommodation provided by ECUPL. Students will not be permitted to participate in the program unless they do so.

I have family/friends in Shanghai, can I stay with them?
No. All students must stay in the accommodation provided by ECUPL. Students will not be permitted to participate in the program unless they do so.

If I decide to arrive in Shanghai early or stay on after the Winter School can ECUPL provide additional accommodation?
Yes, ECUPL can generally provide additional accommodation for a limited period at an additional cost of RMB180 per night.

Travel

Do I have to make my own travel arrangements?
Yes you do. Students are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from Shanghai.

Are flights included in the cost of the course?
No, travel costs are your responsibility and are not included in the course fee.

When should I plan to arrive in Shanghai?
It is strongly recommended that all students try to arrive in Shanghai on the 22 or 23 November. If you would prefer to arrive earlier, accommodation can be provided on the ECUPL campus at an additional cost of RMB180 per night.

Visas

Will I receive any supporting documentation to facilitate the issue of a visa?
Yes, ECUPL will provide supporting documentation to facilitate the issue of your visa. This documentation will be sent to the University of Sydney in the first instance and will then be forwarded onto students. You should expect to receive this documentation in the first week of October.

What class of visa do I apply for?
All Winter School students should apply for a Business visa (F visa) which is for business or short term study. Please note that a Student visa (X visa) applies to stays of more than 6 months only and is therefore not applicable to Winter School students.

How much will it cost?
The cost of a single-entry visa (as of May 2008) is AUD30 for Australian passport holders. Please contact your nearest Consulate for details on double-entry and multi-entry visas if required.

How long does it normally take to be issued a visa by the Chinese Consulate?
It normally takes 4 working days for a visa to be issued by the Chinese Consulate/Embassy. Please note that this process can be expedited by payment of an additional fee. Please contact your nearest Consulate for further information.

Where is the Chinese Consulate located?
Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Sydney
39 Dunblane Street, Camperdown NSW 2050
Tel: 02 8595 8000 or 02 8595 8002

Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Melbourne
75-77 Irving Road, Toorak VIC 3142
Tel: 03 9822 0604 or 03 9804 3683
The Chinese consulate in Melbourne accepts visa applications from Victoria and Tasmania.

Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Brisbane
Level 9, 79 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: 07 3210 6509

Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Perth
45 Brown Street, East Perth WA 6004
Tel: 08 9222 0333

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Australia
15 Coronation Drive, Yarralumla, Canberra ACT 2600
Tel: 02 6273 4783
The Chinese embassy in Canberra accepts visa applications from ACT, South Australia and Northern Territory only.

Travel insurance

Is travel insurance compulsory?
Yes it is. Travel insurance is compulsory for all students, including Chinese citizens. Students will not be permitted to participate in the program if proof of valid travel insurance is not provided.

Students are responsible for organising their own travel insurance.

Please note that your travel insurance policy must provide comprehensive coverage for medical expenses incurred overseas, including medical evacuation. You should also ensure you are covered for cancellation costs in the event that the Winter School program is cancelled. If you plan on taking a laptop, please ensure that you have arranged appropriate insurance.

Arrival/departure

When should I plan to arrive in Shanghai?
It is strongly recommended that all students try to arrive in Shanghai on the 22 or 23 November. If you would prefer to arrive earlier, accommodation can be provided on the ECUPL campus at an additional cost of RMB180 per night.

Will I be met at the airport?
Most likely. Please refer to the following section on Airport transfers for further details.

When should I plan to depart Shanghai?
Classes are scheduled to conclude on Friday 12 December. It is recommended that students depart ECUPL on Saturday 13 or Sunday 16 December. If you would prefer to depart at a later date, accommodation can generally be provided on the ECUPL campus for a limited period at an additional cost of RMB180 per night if required.

Will airport transfers be provided at the conclusion of the Winter School program?
No they will not. Please refer to the following section on Airport transfers for further details.

Airport transfers

Are airport transfers provided?
Airport transfers are provided by ECUPL on 22 & 23 November only and from Pudong International Airport only. If you arrive on any other day you will have to make your own way to the ECUPL campus. If you are arriving in Shanghai on an internal flight you will most likely land at Hongqiao Airport. ECUPL are unable to provide airport transfers from Hongqiao Airport. All students will be provided with ECUPL address details in both English and Chinese prior to landing in Shanghai.

Please note that airport transfers will not be provided at the conclusion of the Winter School. Students will be expected to make their own way to the airport by public transport or taxi. ECUPL staff will assist students in booking taxis if required.

The cost of a taxi to/from Pudong International Airport is around RMB180 (~AUD30). A taxi to/from Hongqiao Airport is approximately RMB35 (~AUD6).

Other activities

What other activities are available?
2 optional short courses will be available to students during their stay:

1. Taijiquan (shadow boxing). Taijiquan is a branch of the traditional sport of Chinese Wushu. A set of simplified Taiji will be taught.

2. Mandarin. A short course in Mandarin will be taught suitable for beginners.

There will also be an optional one-day trip to Suzhou.

How do I register for Taijiquan or Mandarin classes?
Registrations will be taken upon arrival in Shanghai.

How much do they cost?
Both the Taijiquan and Mandarin classes will cost approximately RMB100 per course.

I would like to go on the optional one-day trip to Suzhou. When do I need to register for this?
Registrations will be taken upon arrival in Shanghai.

How much does the Suzhou trip cost?
The one-day trip to Suzhou will cost approximately RMB250.

When do I pay for these additional activities?
Payment can be made to ECUPL staff upon arrival in Shanghai.

Important note regarding payment for additional costs associated with your stay:
ECUPL only accepts payments in cash and only in RMB so please ensure you have sufficient cash to pay for any additional costs associated with your stay (e.g. optional courses and the optional trip to Suzhou). Traveller’s cheques and credit cards are not accepted.

Application

How do I apply?
A completed and signed application form accompanied by a AUD500 non-refundable deposit and relevant evidentiary and permission documents must be submitted to the Winter School office or the Information Desk on Level 12 of the Sydney Law School.

What supporting documentation do I need to include with my application form?
Current University of Sydney students need to supply the following documentation at the time of application:

A photocopy of your passport (this does not need to be certified). International students please also include a copy of the page containing your Australian visa.

Cross-institutional students (i.e. those students from universities other than Sydney) must supply the following documentation at the time of application:

Certified copy of your passport (international students please also include a copy of the page containing your Australian visa);
Permission letter from your University (original to be submitted). This must state that you have been given permission to enrol in the Winter School on a cross-institutional basis and should include the amount of credit you will be granted upon successful completion of the unit;
Current academic transcript (original to be submitted). This applies to undergraduate cross-institutional students only.

Cross-institutional students please note that faxed or emailed copies of certified documents are not acceptable. Please submit hard copies of these documents, together with your application form. Academic transcripts will be returned to you by mail once your application has been processed.

What is the closing date for applications?
The closing date for applications is Friday 25 July 2008.

Please note that a maximum of 65 students will be accepted into the program. Applicants are strongly urged to submit applications without delay to avoid disappointment. Preference is given to University of Sydney law students and then to cross-institutional law students. Non-degree and non-law applications will be considered only if space permits.

Applications received after 25 July may be considered but only if places in the program are still available.

Please note that it is important that applications are received on time, as documentation in support of a visa application has to be obtained from China.

Fees

What is the closing date for the payment of fees?
Undergraduate students: The full tuition fee (or completed Request for FEE-HELP Assistance form) and the balance of the in-Shanghai expenses must be received by Friday 26 September 2008.

Postgraduate students: The balance of the in-Shanghai expenses must be received by Friday 26 September 2008.
Postgraduate students are required to pay tuition fees as soon as they have been formally enrolled in the unit. Postgraduate law students are advised to contact postgraduate student administration on +61 2 9351 0347 or at law.postgrad@usyd.edu.au for further information. Master of International Business & Law students should contact the Faculty of Economics & Business.

What do the fees cover?
The tuition fee covers tuition cost (including reading materials) in Shanghai and Sydney. This fee is set by the University of Sydney and is based on the standard full fee rate.

The fee for in-Shanghai expenses covers:

Accommodation, including linen, blankets, towels, heating, television and cleaning;
Three meals per day (excluding drinks);
Airport transfers for students arriving on the 22 or 23 November;
A three-day trip to Hangzhou;
Administrative overhead

What extra costs are likely to be associated with my stay?
Extra costs likely to be associated with your stay include the following:

Key deposit. A deposit is payable by each student on arrival for room keys (this was RMB100 in 2007) and will be refunded on departure.
Extra courses. Short courses in both Taijiquan and Mandarin will be available to students at an additional cost of approximately RMB100 per course.
Suzhou trip. The optional one-day trip to Suzhou will cost approximately RMB250.
Drinks. Drinks are not included in the cost of the course and will need to be purchased separately from the dining room of the Guest House.
Laundry. A basic laundry service is available at a small cost.
Breakages. Please be aware that any breakage or damage to property is the responsibility of the student causing the damage and must be paid for prior to departure from ECUPL.

Please note: ECUPL only accepts payments in cash and only in RMB so please ensure you have sufficient cash to pay for any additional costs associated with your stay. Traveller’s cheques and credit cards are not accepted.

How do I make my fee payment?
Payments can be made by credit card (MasterCard or VISA) or by cheque made payable to the University of Sydney.

To make a credit card payment please complete a Credit Card Authorisation form. Please note that tuition fees and in-Shanghai expenses must be paid separately on 2 Credit Card Authorisation forms.

To make a cheque payment please submit your cheque with a covering letter outlining the details of the payment, and write your name and University of Sydney student number (if applicable) on the back of the cheque. Please note that tuition fees and in-Shanghai expenses must be paid separately in 2 separate cheques.

Postgraduate students please note: The above fee payment procedures should be followed for the payment of in-Shanghai expenses only. For tuition fee payment procedures, please contact postgraduate student administration on +61 2 9351 0347 or at law.postgrad@usyd.edu.au. Master of International Business & Law students must contact the Faculty of Economics & Business.

I want to use FEE-HELP to pay for my tuition fees. How do I arrange this?
If you wish to use FEE-HELP to pay for your tuition fees please tick the appropriate box on your application form and a Request for FEE-HELP Assistance form will be sent to you.

Am I eligible to apply for FEE-HELP?
Please refer to the current FEE-HELP information booklet (available from the Information Desk on Level 12) for eligibility requirements and for further details on the scheme or visit http://www.goingtouni.gov.au.

Can I use FEE-HELP to pay the fee for in-Shanghai expenses?
No you cannot. FEE-HELP can only be used to pay for tuition fees.

Will I be issued with a receipt?
Yes. Receipts will be issued by the Winter School office for all payments for in-Shanghai expenses. Tuition fee payments will be sent to the University’s Fees Office for processing and a Statement of Fees Due notice will be forwarded to you once your enrolment has been finalised.

Cancelling your application

Can I cancel my application?
Yes you can. Please refer to the refund policy for further details.

How do I cancel my application?
Applications to withdraw from Winter School must be received in writing and lodged with the Winter School office or the Information Desk on Level 12 by the relevant date. Please refer to the refund policy for further details.

Will I get a refund of my tuition fees and in-Shanghai expenses?
Please refer to the refund policy for further details.

Please note: The census date for the Shanghai Winter School is 21 November 2008 for postgraduate students and 10 December 2008 for undergraduate students. 100% tuition fee liability or FEE-HELP debt will be incurred after the census date. No refund is payable for unit of study withdrawals received after this date.

Academic issues

Examination
When and where will the exam be held?
The exam will take place on Friday 12 December 2008 in Shanghai, China. Further information about the exam will be provided in the Unit Outline, which will be available on WebCT.

Research essay
When is the research essay due?
The research essay is due on Friday 20 February 2009.

How do I submit my research essay?
The research essay must be submitted via the WebCT Assignment Dropbox. Instructions on "How to Use the Assignment Dropbox on WebCT" will be made available on the WebCT site.

You are also required to submit an identical hard copy of your paper in person to the Information Desk on Level 12, together with the relevant University assignment cover sheet certifying that you have read and understood the University policy on plagiarism. Papers will not be marked unless they are accompanied by an assignment cover sheet. The hard copy must be submitted by the due date.

Students who reside outside Sydney may submit their hard copies by post. Hard copies should arrive on or before the due date, or have a postmark showing clearly that they were posted before 5:00pm on the due date.

Research essays may NOT be submitted by email.

You must comply with the University of Sydney's Academic Board Resolution and Policy Statement: Academic Honesty in Coursework which is available at: http://www.usyd.edu.au/senate/policies/Plagiarism.pdf

Please note that your paper may be scrutinised using Turn-It-In plagiarism detection software.

How do I request an extension?
Requests for an extension must be communicated directly to Vivienne Bath in advance of the due date (preferably well before the due date) for the assignment, including compelling reasons why the extension is necessary. Medical certificates should accompany requests made on the basis of ill-health. These extensions of time will be granted only in special circumstances. Students should be warned that late submission of essays may result in late issue of results, even if the extension has been approved. Special consideration forms from the Student Centre are not a substitute for an extension - they are there to deal with misadventure during exams and are taken into account in pass/fail situations. They will not prevent the imposition of a penalty if you have not obtained an extension.

Policy on late submission
The research essay must be submitted via the WebCT Assignment Dropbox. You are also required to submit an identical hard copy of your paper in person to the Information Desk on Level 12 before the desk closes on the due date (generally 5:00 pm). It is your responsibility to check the time at which the desk closes and make sure that your work is submitted in time.

Students who reside outside Sydney may submit their hard copies by post. Hard copies should arrive on or before the due date, or have a postmark showing clearly that they were posted before 5:00pm on the due date.

The late submission of a piece of assessment which has not been granted an extension will attract a penalty. For further information on the essay and assessment criteria, refer to the Unit Outline, which will be available on WebCT.

Results
When will I receive my results?
Results for the Winter School will be available by July 2009. Final year students should note that you will not be able to graduate in the May 2009 graduation ceremony.

How do I access my results?
Following enrolment, students will receive a Unikey login which can be used to access results online from MyUni (http://myuni.usyd.edu.au/). Official result notices will also be mailed to students, so it is important to ensure that the Law School has your correct contact details.

Cross-institutional students will require an official University of Sydney transcript so that your Winter School studies can be credited towards your degree. Please note that your home institution will not generally accept a results notice as evidence that you have completed cross-institutional studies.

Students can request official University of Sydney academic transcripts from the Student Centre of the University. Please go to http://www.usyd.edu.au/studentcentre/records/index.shtml for further details.

How do I access my results on MyUni?
You will be notified by email when your results are available on MyUni.

To access MyUni (http://myuni.usyd.edu.au/) you will require your Unikey account details. Current USYD students should have no trouble accessing MyUni as your Unikey details should be well-known to you. Cross-institutional students will be sent their Unikey details by postal mail in early January. If you cannot locate your letter, or are having trouble logging in to MyUni, you should contact the University’s IT Help Desk on +61 2 9351 6000 for assistance.

Once you have logged in to MyUni you need to click on the "MyAdmin" tab at the top of the page. From there you need to click on the "Login to Student Administration" link (if you are asked to login again use your Unikey). You should then be able to access your results from this page.

Laptops, email & phones

Can I bring my laptop?
If you plan to bring a laptop please make sure that you have arranged for travel insurance which includes coverage for your laptop. If you are planning to travel around China, we suggest that you do not bring your laptop with you. If you plan to use your laptop in the classroom, make sure your battery is functioning as there is limited access to power points.

Please note that if you do bring your laptop to Shanghai please be aware that the University of Sydney and the East China University of Political Science & Law accept no liability for any loss or damage that may occur. You should ensure that you have arranged appropriate insurance.

Is email and Internet access available?
Email and Internet access is not available in the accommodation rooms; however, a computer room is available for use by Winter School students. You may also be able to use an internet cafe. Use of the computer facilities in the computer room is free. However, students should be aware that the number of computers is limited and that due to the filtering of content in China and slow internet speeds, access to sites may be slow or may even be blocked (particularly in the case of non-Chinese sites, including most popular email providers). Do not plan to do research on these computers, and do not expect that email access will be as fast or convenient as it is in Australia.

What sort of phone access is available?
There is a phone in each room. Family and friends can phone through to your room and from your room you can make local calls and reverse charge/phone card international calls. We suggest you purchase a pre-paid phone card.

Australian mobiles work in China, but you need to contact your mobile company before you depart Australia to have international roaming activated. International calls from and to China can be expensive. You should check the rates before making calls.

Voltages & sockets

What voltage is used in China?
Voltage in China is the same as Australia: 220V 50Hz.

What electrical sockets are used in China?
You will find a variety of sockets in Chinese buildings – including Australian sockets. If you are reliant on electrical equipment, it is useful to carry European and Japanese adaptor plugs. Adaptors can be obtained cheaply in Shanghai. Australian, Japanese and European plugs (see below) can be used with most of the electrical sockets in the Guest House.

Australian-style plug with two flat angled blades and one vertical grounding blade

Japanese-style plug with two parallel flat blades

European plug with two circular metal pins