Programs

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).

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.

Tianjin University’s Chinese Language Program runs for about one to two semesters. It gives international students a non-degree route to build Mandarin for campus life and further study at a historic research university in Tianjin.

PKU’s full-time Chinese Language Studies Program offers multi-level instruction with interactive classes and cultural activities. Completing the programme yields a certificate and official transcript for one to two semesters of study.

Peking University’s Chinese Language Summer School runs for about four to eight weeks with level-based Mandarin instruction and cultural exchange. Short-term learners practise language skills while experiencing campus life in Beijing.

Beijing University of Technology’s Chinese Language Training runs over two semesters with immersive work in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Cultural courses introduce aspects of Chinese society alongside language classes. The programme suits international students who want Mandarin plus everyday cultural context in Beijing.

Ningbo University’s Chinese training runs for one to two semesters with core elementary Chinese, reading, listening, and speaking. Electives such as Chinese culture, economy, calligraphy, painting, and Kung Fu add cultural depth beside language practice in a major port city.

USTC’s short-term Chinese Language Training Program focuses on practical speaking, listening, reading, and writing within about one semester on Hefei’s science-focused campus. Cultural exploration accompanies language study for personal or professional use.

BFSU places trainees in small proficiency-based classes for a one- to two-semester intensive Chinese curriculum of compulsory courses plus electives. The programme emphasises usable communication and may include short overseas study options through partner links.

This one-semester HIT course strengthens Mandarin speaking, reading, listening, and writing, with options such as Business Chinese and Chinese Culture by level. Experienced instructors and a structured curriculum lead to a completion certificate you can use for further study or career plans.

Dalian Maritime University’s Chinese Long-term Class builds practical Mandarin and cultural familiarity over one to two semesters. Teaching emphasises usable communication in everyday and study settings. International students learn on a maritime-specialist campus recognised by the International Maritime Organization.

SUFE’s Chinese Plus Program is a one- to two-semester Mandarin immersion on a finance- and economics-focused Shanghai campus. Language practice and cultural activities support communication skills useful for international business and related fields.

Southwestern University of Finance and Economics offers Chinese training programmes in Chengdu for learners already residing in mainland China with a visa that can be converted for study. The pathway focuses on Mandarin training within SWUFE’s finance-and-economics campus setting.

ECUST’s English-taught CSCA pre-university preparatory programme in Shanghai builds academic English, cross-cultural skills, and subject readiness for international students heading into degree study. It mirrors the university’s Chinese-taught preparatory track while delivering core preparation in English.

East China University of Science and Technology’s Chinese-taught CSCA pre-university programme in Shanghai strengthens language proficiency, cross-cultural communication, and academic readiness for degree study. It sits alongside an English-taught twin track so applicants can choose the medium that matches their target major pathway.

XMU’s eight-week Basic Chinese Class is for beginners with little prior Mandarin. Morning language study pairs with cultural courses such as calligraphy, tea culture, and traditional arts for a short coastal immersion in Xiamen.

SDUFE’s Elementary Chinese programme introduces foundational Mandarin over one to two semesters in Jinan. Beginners build core listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The course is the entry level within SDUFE’s non-degree Chinese pathway.

SEU’s Elementary Chinese pathway spans beginning through advanced levels across one to two semesters, strengthening listening, speaking, reading, and writing for non-native speakers. Immersive instruction and cultural engagement support further study or careers involving Chinese.

Elementary Chinese at CUFE is a one- to two-semester non-degree Mandarin pathway for international beginners. Students build foundational language skills on a finance-university campus in Beijing.

NWPU’s one-semester English Foundation Program prepares international students for undergraduate study in engineering or business. Coursework covers English, mathematics, and physics together with intercultural communication skills on Xi’an’s research campus.

UIBE’s Foundation Course for Bachelor’s Programs is a full-time preparatory year—or a single spring semester option—helping international students raise Chinese proficiency and academic skills before undergraduate study. Classroom training is paired with university life in Beijing’s business-and-economics campus environment.

Tianjin University’s Foundation Program (Bachelor) runs about one to two semesters to prepare international students for undergraduate study. Instruction is delivered in Chinese on this preparatory pathway at a historic research university in Tianjin.

Tongji’s Medicine foundation is a one-semester bridge pathway covering science and medical preparatory content plus Chinese language, mathematics, physics, and chemistry. It helps international students move from prior schooling into Chinese undergraduate medical tracks.