The English-instructed Master program in “Chinese Language and Culture” was set up by the Department of Chinese Language and Literature in 2008 and is oriented to enroll international students who are interested in Chinese language, culture, art, tradition and literature. This is a two-year program, aiming to introduce detailed information on Chinese culture, tradition, and literature, so as to let students get a whole and correct understanding of the history and current situation of Chinese civilization. Since its first enrollment in 2008, this program has cultivated 10 international students from such countries as USA, Germany, France and Russia. Its tuition fee is 50000 RMB per academic year.