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Chinese for Beginners

Course Name: Chinese for Beginners 初级汉语一级

Course Description: This course is suitable for people who have no prior knowledge of the Chinese language. It is designed for beginners to gain a basic knowledge and confidence in using Chinese. The Chinese sentence structure, grammar and basic Chinese characters will be introduced in the course. Pinyin as a pronunciation tool will be taught during the class. Basic vocabulary and conversations frequently encountered in everyday life will be provided through typical everyday scenarios. Learners will acquire essential skills in using Chinese and be ready to go on to the next level of learning.

Topics Covered:

  • Chinese pronunciation and the four tones
  • Basic Chinese sentence structure and grammar
  • Basic simplified Chinese characters and Pinyin romanization
  • Introducing each other
  • Saying hello and good bye
  • Meeting family members
  • Chinese numerals, times of the day, and days of the week
  • Talking about work
  • Asking the way

Time and Date: 17 May 6.30-8.30pm

This course will be 8 weeks.

Pre-Requisites: No prior knowledge of Chinese required.

Texts: Text book and materials are covered in the Tuition Fee.

Fee: $280.00 for 8 weeks

Location: Room 527, Education Building, The University of Sydney, Old Teacher's College, Camperdown Campus
Parking is available on the campus for a flat fee of $6 after 6pm.

Registration: For registration, please click here

Certificate: Evaluation is provided at the end of course. Certificates are awarded to those students who have satisfactorily completed at least 75% of the course and achieved the course requirements.


Further Information:

  • We reserve the right to vary the course without notice for any unforeseen circumstance.
  • All classes need a minimum number of students to go ahead. If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled and you will be informed.
  • The instructor is a very qualified and experienced native speaker trained in China and Australia.

If you have any queries about this outline or any aspects of the language course please contact us on 02 9114 0760 or email .