Capital Normal University (CNU) is located in the western part of Beijing. The campus contains all of the components of a small village: housing, shops, restaurants, a post office, and a health center. It is also conveniently located near points of interest such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and other famous sites. This program provides students with the opportunity to live and study at a major Chinese university. Course in Chinese language, literature, culture, history and art are offered. The languages of instruction are English and Chinese in a special academic program designed for international students. Elementary, intermediate, and advanced Mandarin Chinese language courses are offered as part of the academic program.