Learn Mandarin (online)
Eligibility
All DMU students and staff are eligible to take part in this opportunity. The maximum number of places in each class is 30, and the minimum number of participants required for classes to go ahead is 5. Please check our eligibility criteria for further details.
About
With a range of different study options, you could be learning one of the world’s most spoken languages. The Confucius Institute (CI) is offering 10 weeks of Mandarin classes to DMU students and staff for free.
Each class will develop language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, as well as awareness of Chinese culture. The classes are ideal for anyone interested in learning Mandarin as well as those that would like to develop existing skills. Each class will involve independent learning and practical group work, giving you plenty of opportunities to develop your skills inside and outside the classroom. At the end of the course, you will have the option to take a HSK proficiency test which is an internationally standardised and recognised test to evaluate Chinese language abilities of non-native speakers. See our study options below:
Daytime classes
Classes start from October 2020 and will cover 20 hours of teaching over 10 weeks. After completing 10 weeks of classes, learners of each level can progress to the next stage. Classes will take place online in the daytime from 10am-12pm
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Evening classes
Classes start from October 2020 and will cover 20 hours of teaching over 10 weeks. After completing 10 weeks of classes, learners of each level can progress to the next stage. Classes will take place online in the evening from 5-7pm
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Undergraduate students that complete their Mandarin course will receive specific recognition on their Higher Education Achievement Record (HEAR).
Daytime classes
These classes will start in the week commencing Monday 12 October 2020 and will end in the week commencing Week commencing Monday 14 December 2020
| Level | Stage | Day | Start date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Tuesday | 13/10/2020 | For those that have never previously studied Mandarin |
| 1 | 2 | Wednesday | 14/10/2020 | For those that have studied approximately 20 hours of Mandarin |
Evening classes
These classes will start in the week commencing Monday 12 October 2020 and will end in the week commencing Week commencing Monday 14 December 2020
| Level | Stage | Day | Start date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Monday | 12/10/2020 | For those that have never previously studied Mandarin |
| 1 | 1 | Tuesday | 13/10/2020 | For those that have never previously studied Mandarin |
| 1 | 1 | Thursday | 15/10/2020 | For those that have never previously studied Mandarin |
| 1 | 2 | Wednesday | 14/10/2020 | For those that have studied approximately 20 hours of Mandarin |
| 2 | 1 | Wednesday | 14/10/2020 | For those that have studied approximately 40 hours of Mandarin; mastering about 150 commonly used words |
| 2 | 2 | Thursday | 15/10/2020 | For those that have studied approximately 60 hours of Mandarin, mastering about 200 commonly used words |
| 3 | 1 | Wednesday | 14/10/2020 | For those that have mastered 300 commonly used words and related grammar |
| 3 | 2 | Thursday | 15/10/2020 | For those that have mastered about 400 commonly used words and are able to read and write basic Chinese characters |
| 3 | 3 | Tuesday | 13/10/2020 | For those that have mastered about 500 commonly used words and are able to read and write Chinese characters |
| 4 | 1 | Monday | 12/10/2020 | For those that have mastered 600 commonly used words, being able to read or write simple essays in Chinese |
| 4 | 2 | Tuesday | 13/10/2020 | For those that have mastered 900 commonly used words, being able to read or write simple essays in Chinese |
Application
To study Mandarin, you will need to complete the online application form using the apply now button below. The application deadline is Monday 5 October 2020 at 9am. In the application form you will need to:
You will receive the outcome of your application by email within 7 days of the opportunity deadline closing.
If your application is successful you will be offered a place by email. We will try to offer you your preferred class, but if this is not possible we may offer you an alternative day or time.
If you are a member of the public and are interested in learning Mandarin or have any questions, please contact the CI directly on ci@dmu.ac.uk.