Programs

UIBE’s Basic Chinese pathway in Beijing streams learners into junior, middle, and high bands, each with multiple class levels covering comprehensive Mandarin plus listening, speaking, and reading. Placement interviews match you to the right group; digital language labs and multimedia support classwork. Language contests, cultural visits, optional Business Chinese self-study tools, and free HSK tutoring round out a cohort of about 15–20 students per class.

Business Chinese at East China Normal University in Shanghai is a non-degree track for intermediate and advanced learners who need Mandarin for work. Classes build listening, speaking, reading, and writing around workplace vocabulary and real business communication. The focus is practical language for meetings, negotiation, and professional life in China.

Northwest University’s China Know How Program is a one-semester, English-taught non-degree course in Xi’an that pairs Chinese language and culture with classes on contemporary economics, management, law, and history. Students explore current China while building language skills. It suits learners who want area knowledge alongside Mandarin.

Peking University’s Chinese for HSK 1–6 pathway is a fully online specialisation that builds conversation, listening, reading, writing, and basic character knowledge from beginner through advanced HSK levels Completing a level yields a shareable certificate.

Jilin University’s Chinese Language and Culture Program offers about one to two semesters of Mandarin and cultural study. International students join a large comprehensive university community in Changchun.

Hainan University’s Chinese Language and Culture Program in Haikou pairs Mandarin study with cultural immersion over one to two semesters. Learners strengthen communication skills for fields such as tourism, education, or international exchange. The tropical island setting frames everyday language practice.

SJTU’s part-time Chinese language pathway spans one semester for learners who already hold about HSK 4. Classes deepen Mandarin listening, speaking, reading, and writing while fitting around other commitments in Shanghai.

Tsinghua’s one-semester Chinese Language Program combines mandatory and elective courses across proficiency levels to strengthen speaking, listening, reading, and writing. International students study Mandarin on Tsinghua’s Beijing campus with cultural engagement built into the experience.

Nanjing Normal University’s Chinese Language Program serves visiting and independent learners from beginner through advanced levels. The general track includes reading, spoken Chinese, listening, and writing; advanced students may join seminars on culture, society, and the economy. Applicants should be aged 18–55 and in good health. A listed intake is two semesters starting September 2027 (deadline 1 July 2027).

Beijing Normal University’s Chinese Language Program offers about one to two semesters of Mandarin study. International students learn on a leading Beijing teacher-education and research campus without enrolling in a degree.

Central South University’s two-semester Chinese Language Program develops speaking, listening, reading, and writing for personal or professional goals. Cultural understanding is built alongside language skills on CSU’s Changsha campuses.

China University of Geosciences in Wuhan runs a two-semester Chinese Language Program in small classes covering pronunciation, vocabulary, and communication. Optional culture and history modules plus activities such as calligraphy and tea art deepen cultural literacy. Free HSK pre-exam training is included to support proficiency goals.

Tongji’s Chinese Language Program serves all proficiency levels with comprehensive Chinese, listening, conversation, and writing, plus options such as Business Chinese. Small-class teaching and activities like Tai Chi and calligraphy add cultural practice in Shanghai.

Xidian University’s one-semester Chinese Language Program introduces Mandarin with an emphasis on practical communication and cultural immersion in Xi’an. Learners from varied backgrounds build usable language skills for study, work, or personal goals. Campus life at a leading electronics and IT university adds a tech-focused learning environment.

China Pharmaceutical University’s Chinese Language Program in Nanjing spans two semesters of Mandarin study for international students. Learners join a campus known for pharmacy and traditional Chinese medicine. The course builds language skills for academic or professional goals in China.

Wuhan University admits international language students for non-degree Mandarin study of up to two years, with a completion certificate when requirements are met (or a transcript if not). The short-term intensive pathway emphasises listening and speaking, adds social practice, and after about six months aims for roughly 500 characters and familiarity with around 30 daily communication scenarios. A pre-test places learners from absolute beginner upward.

NCEPU’s Chinese Language Program in Beijing runs for one to two semesters and welcomes learners at all levels. Classes build proficiency and cultural understanding for paths such as business, diplomacy, or education. Students study Mandarin in an energy- and power-focused university setting.

University of Science and Technology Beijing’s Chinese Language Program spans about one to two semesters. International students build Mandarin on a science-and-engineering campus known for metallurgy and materials.

Jiangnan University offers a non-degree Chinese Language Program in Wuxi, Jiangsu, about 128 km from Shanghai. International students study Mandarin on a comprehensive campus known for engineering, business, science, and the arts. A listed intake is one semester starting September 2027.

Sichuan University’s Chinese Language Program provides one to two semesters of Mandarin study for international students. Learning takes place in Chengdu on a major comprehensive university campus.

NUAA’s Chinese Language Program runs for two semesters with about 360 hours of speaking, reading, and listening practice. It suits students and professionals who want immersive Mandarin training on an aerospace-focused Nanjing campus. Teaching draws on long experience hosting international learners, with culture woven into language study.

Northwest University’s two-semester Chinese Language Program immerses students in Mandarin communication and Chinese culture in Xi’an. Practical language use and cultural study prepare learners for paths such as teaching, translation, or international exchange.

China University of Petroleum–Beijing offers a two-semester Chinese Language Program for international students. Non-degree Mandarin study sits alongside the university’s specialised energy and petroleum disciplines.

Renmin University’s Chinese Language Program places students by placement test into suitable levels for one or two semesters of Mandarin training in Beijing. Classes cover multiple proficiency bands so beginners through advanced learners can progress at the right pace.