Agriculture & Sustainability Program
China’s agricultural industry employs hundreds of millions of people. Home to one fifth of the world’s population, but less than 10% of its arable land, this sector faces huge challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to see for yourself how this industry is transforming and developing in the far east’s unique environment.
Learn From An Expert
This program offers you the chance to travel to two of China’s major metropolises, Shanghai and Beijing, where you’ll visit companies and meet game changers in both agriculture hotspots. Modernization, sustainability and agriculture form a special combination in China to transform how the Chinese produce food and spread awareness of pollution and waste. Organic and biological food production, strict waste separation policies and zero-waste lifestyles are only a few examples.
During the Agriculture and Sustainability Program, you’ll visit the local companies and professionals who play a part in these developments. Both Shanghai and Beijing have huge populations, but very different natural environments. Visiting both cities will provide you with a wider perspective on the scale of the challenges faced, and why certain solutions suit certain places.
Besides learning about trends and developments in agriculture and sustainability, you’ll get to really see how the industry operates and develops and put this new knowledge to good use in an independent project.
Sightseeing, Activities & Classes
Between attending lectures and taking part in project work, you’ll experience the best Beijing and Shanghai have to offer in the safe hands of our experienced team. You’ll visit iconic attractions like the Bund, the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and more. You’ll also take part in a carefully selected range of cultural activities designed to give you a taste of authentic Chinese culture and traditions such as calligraphy, tai chi and mahjong.
During the Agriculture & Sustainability Program, students will attend 2 Chinese language classes. Learning with our highly qualified native teachers, you’ll quickly pick up some basics to help enrich your experience.
Dates & Inclusions
Our 14-day Agriculture Program in China includes:
- Accommodation in modern youth hostels
- Breakfast and lunch
- Agriculture & sustainability workshop
- Behind-the-scenes tours of local agriculture companies
- Industry related lectures
- Sightseeing
- Cultural activities
- Transportation (to and from the airport as well as train tickets)
- 24/7 Emergency support
- Practical assistance (Hutong School team in Shanghai and Beijing; one full-time Hutong School employee fully dedicated joining the group in Shanghai, Beijing)
Not included:
- Flights
- Insurance
- Dinner (suggestions are made; however, students are free to make their own decisions)
- Chinese Visa (30-day, single entry L Visa)
The 2020 Agriculture & Sustainability Program will take place from 8th until 21st July.
Booking Terms
The application must be submitted through our application form .
- Select "Summer Camp"
- Fill in personal information
- Mention "Agriculture & Sustainability Program" in the comment field
Cancellation Terms
50% reimbursement in case of cancellation prior to departure.
No reimbursement possible after departure date.