II. Program Introduction
Language Cognitive Science is the first cognitive science discipline established by Beijing Language University in China. It combines language acquisition, language cognition, and brain science to explore the behaviors and neural mechanisms of language acquisition and cognition among Chinese language learners using new technologies and methods from cognitive science research.
Language Cognitive Science is an important research field that emerged from the intersection of six supporting disciplines in cognitive science: linguistics, psychology, neuroscience, computer science, philosophy, and anthropology. Its scientific goal is to explore the mechanisms and regularities behind the generation, acquisition, and cognitive development of human language.
The Language Cognitive Science program at the base consists of three research directions: Second Language Acquisition and Cognition of Chinese, Language Cognitive Neuroscience, and Language Cognition and Neuromorphic Research.
As an interdisciplinary field, Language Cognitive Science offers broader prospects for graduates in terms of further education and employment compared to traditional disciplines. Graduates can pursue scientific research and advanced studies in cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neurolinguistics, computational linguistics, and other related fields at domestic and international universities and research institutions. They can also engage in teaching and research at Chinese international education institutions at universities, as well as work in educational consulting, eye-tracking, EEG, fNIRS, and other high-end professional and technical training related to language education and artificial intelligence in enterprises and institutions.
III. Eligibility Criteria
Based on the interdisciplinary nature of "Language Cognitive Science," this summer camp primarily seeks outstanding undergraduate students (including those from our university) with majors in Chinese language and literature, foreign language and literature, psychology, computer science (including artificial intelligence science and automation), and other related backgrounds.
IV. Summer Camp Schedule
This event will be conducted online. If any campers wish to participate in offline activities on campus, please indicate so in the registration form. The schedule and activities for the summer camp are as follows:
V. Application Requirements
1. Applicants should be outstanding undergraduate students graduating in 2024 from various universities nationwide (including outstanding graduates from our university).
2. Meet the basic requirements for exempting the entrance examination for a master's degree, and are expected to obtain the recommended exemption qualification from their respective universities.
3. Comply with laws and regulations, have good physical and mental health, and demonstrate outstanding character and academic performance.
4. The applicant should have passed all courses in the first to fifth semesters, obtained top rankings in major-related courses and overall qualities within the discipline. The specific ranking will be confirmed by the talent introduction base. Students who have demonstrated outstanding performance in other aspects may have relaxed ranking restrictions.
VI. Application Materials
1. "Application Form for the 2023 National Outstanding University Student Summer Camp at Beijing Language University" (Attachment 1, to be completed and stamped by the applicant's undergraduate department for verification).
2. Scanned copy of the applicant's ID card (both front and back on the same page).
3. Student ID card (information page and pages with registration stamps for each semester).
4. Undergraduate transcript and proof of major ranking (stamped by the university or the academic affairs department of the applicant's department).
5. Proof of foreign language proficiency (such as CET English Level 4 or 6 scores, English major Level 4 scores, or test scores from TOEFL, GRE, IELTS, etc.).
6. Additional materials (awards, papers, research achievements, etc. If none, this item can be omitted).
Applicants must carefully fill out the above materials with truthful and accurate information. Scan the original documents of items 1 to 6 and consolidate them into one PDF file named "Full Name of the University - Applicant's Name - Applied Major - 2023 Summer Camp Application Materials." The subject of the email should be "Name + 2023 National Outstanding University Student Summer Camp Application Materials." The original documents of the materials should be provided for verification during online registration.
VII. Application Procedure
1. Online application: Applicants should send the above materials to the following email address:
CCSLsummercamp@blcu.edu.cn
2. Online application period: From now until July 1, 2023.
3. Eligibility review and announcement of the list: The talent introduction base will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the submitted materials and determine the list of participants for the summer camp. The list of participants will be published on the official website of the Graduate School of Beijing Language University.
VIII. Assessment and Outstanding Performances
During the summer camp activities, the Innovative Talent Introduction Base of Cognitive Science at Beijing Language University will conduct comprehensive assessments of the campers through various methods. Based on the application materials and performance during the camp, "Outstanding Campers" will be selected and the list will be announced on the official website of the Graduate School of Beijing Language University.
IX. Support Policy for "Outstanding Campers"
1. "Outstanding Campers" who qualify for the recommended admission to graduate programs in their respective universities in 2024 and apply for our university's recommended admission must apply for the same major as announced for "Outstanding Campers." If there are different exam subjects within the major, they must be consistent in both the major and the specific direction. If there are any adjustments to the major or direction names, the "Beijing Language University 2024 Master's Program Catalog" or relevant notices shall prevail. Candidates who meet the above conditions can be directly admitted to our university's 2024 master's program through the recommended admission process without the need for further examinations.
2. "Outstanding Campers" must register and fill out the preference form in the National Recommended Admission Service System and complete the corresponding procedures, such as confirming acceptance, participating in the confirmation interview, and waiting for the admission notice, according to the actual process. Failure to complete the required procedures within the specified time at our university will be considered as voluntarily giving up the qualification as an "Outstanding Camper" at our university.
3. "Outstanding Campers" who did not qualify for the recommended admission are welcome to continue applying for the majors offered by the base during the national unified entrance examination registration.
X. Camp Fees
No fees will be charged.
XI. Special Note
Each applicant can apply for only one training unit and one major at our university. If you have already applied but cannot participate in this summer camp due to special circumstances, please send an email explaining the situation before July 3rd.
XII. Contact Information
1. Contact Persons: Mr. Zhang, Ms. Ren
2. Inquiry Phone: 010-82303797
3. Summer Camp Dedicated Email:
CCSLsummercamp@blcu.edu.cn
