The Chinese Language Centre at HKU is a top class destination for learning Chinese that is known for the teaching excellence of its staff and the exceptionally high standards of performance of its students. The Centre offers a wide range of highly popular courses, including a two-year Certificate Course in Chinese Language, Putonghua (Mandarin) courses for professionals, Cantonese courses for Mainland and overseas students, as well as Chinese language and culture courses for international students. Taking advantage of Hong Kong’s position at the cultural crossroads between the East and the West, the Centre serves as a world-class hub for the teaching and learning of Chinese as a foreign language and as an international institute for research and collaboration in the promotion of Chinese language studies, Chinese heritage, and cross-cultural exchange.
Chinese Help Desk (1:1 consultations and workshops)
Student Voices
My teacher has a friendly and encouraging manner and tries out new methods to make classes active and interesting for learners.
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As a complete beginner, I was very nervous but I found my teachers patient and knowledgeable. They always encouraged me to speak in the class. It is easier that way to remember and to repeat phrases and words.
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I would like to be able to communicate directly with my business partners. I am happy that my teacher does not only follow the book but that he teaches me also extra words.
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This certificate provides the students with extensive vocabulary, comprehensive grammar and hints of the Chinese culture. Topics are varied and interesting.