Chinese as a Second Language
Beijing Normal UniversityBeijing
- Tuition Fee
- ¥ 24,000 CNY/yr
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Language
- Chinese
- Degree Level
- Bachelor's Degree
Beijing Normal UniversityBeijingCSCA exam requiredLast updated: November 2026View UniversityApplication deadline (per the university's page):Mar 15, 2027 · 120 days left
Costs
- Living costs per year in Beijing (estimate)
- ≈ ¥ 67,800 CNY
- Total per year
- ¥ 91,800 CNY
Whole programme (4 years)
- Tuition
- ¥ 96,000 CNY
- Living costs
- ≈ ¥ 271,200 CNY
- Total
- ¥ 367,200 CNY
Living costs are an estimate and vary by lifestyle. Prices can change, and the university confirms the final amounts. Visa, insurance and travel are not included.
AI Snapshot
Chinese as a Second Language is a 4 Years Bachelor's Degree program offered by Beijing Normal University in Beijing, China. Teaching language: Chinese. Published tuition: 24000 CNY.
Program Overview
The Bachelor’s program in Chinese as a Second Language at Beijing Normal University offers a comprehensive and immersive educational experience for non-native speakers aspiring to master the Chinese language. This program is designed to equip students with advanced linguistic proficiency, cultural understanding, and practical communication skills. Through rigorous coursework and cultural immersion, students gain a deep appreciation of Chinese traditions, history, and contemporary society, preparing them for diverse career paths in global contexts.
How applying works
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Offer letter
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Core Curriculum
- Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture
- Advanced Chinese Grammar
- Listening and Speaking in Mandarin
- Chinese Literature and History
- Teaching Chinese as a Second Language
- Intercultural Communication in Chinese Contexts
- Translation and Interpretation Skills
- Contemporary Chinese Society
Career paths
Roles this field of study prepares you for. Your own path depends on your specialisation and experience.
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language Teacher
- Editor
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must adhere to Chinese laws, university regulations, and respect Chinese customs and traditions.
- They should demonstrate good moral character, have no criminal record, and be in good health to study and live independently in China.
- Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens aged 18-40 (born after August 31, 1985) holding valid foreign passports.
- Those under 18 by September 1, 2025, must have a guardian in China.
- Applicants with Chinese parents who acquired foreign nationality must have held a valid foreign nationality certificate for at least 4 years prior to application and provide proof of at least 2 years of actual residence abroad in the last 4 years (April 30, 2021, to April 30, 2025).
- Applicants must hold a certificate equivalent to a Chinese high school graduation or higher.
- Applicants must meet Chinese proficiency requirements for their chosen major: HSK Level 4 (minimum score 180) for Chinese as a Second Language or Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages, and HSK Level 5 (minimum score 180) for other majors.
- Cooperative institution applicants must meet language requirements specified in their agreement.
Entry scores
The minimums published for this programme. The university confirms its own requirements.
| Requirement | Required |
|---|---|
| Minimum GPA | 2.5 |
| Maximum Age | 40 |
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Required Documents
Prepare these documents before submitting your application
- The original or notarized certificate of high school diploma
- The original transcript of all courses in high school
- Photocopies of HSK Certificate and transcript
- A letter of recommendation from a teacher
- head teacher
- or school leader of the high school
- Personal Statement
- Photocopy of the Passport page of personal information
- Recent 2-inch passport-style photo (bare-headed
- and with a white background)
- The Certificate of Non-Criminal Record or Letter of Commitment
- CSCA Test Transcript(s)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Preparing for the CSCA Exam?
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Requirements vary by programme
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Dates are published annually
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