Online classes are 2 hours per week, running on Friday evenings from 6-8pm; for 10 weeks. Perfect for those who want to learn Chinese but have limited free time. This course is running online.

In-person classes are 2 hours per week, running on Friday afternoon from 2-4pm; for 10 weeks. This course is running on campus. 

The term dates for this course are 9th October- 11th December 2026.

Course Description

This course is suitable for beginner learners who completed the Beginner 3 course and are keen to further develop basic conversational skills in Chinese and understand basic Chinese characters. Whilst focusing on speaking and listening skills, the tutor will also help students to write and recognize basic Chinese characters. The course covers unit 1 to 4 of Discover China Book 2, the topics cover daily routines, weather, seasons, clothes to wear, home visit, Chinese New Year, transport, distance and directions.

Prerequisites

Completion the Beginner 3 or have learnt more than 60 hours Chinese and knowing the basic topics such as greetings; introductions; nationalities; occupations; family members; people’s appearance; likes and dislikes; numbers related topics; daily activities and planners; asking price and shopping items, locations and advertisements; identifying different types of transport and making travel plan; sports and talking about likes/dislikes; making holiday plans. etc.

 

Textbook

1. Discover China Student’s Book Two

   Lead authors: QI Shaoyan, Zhang Jie

   ISBN 9780230406391

2. Discover China Workbook Two

   Lead author: Wang Dan

   ISBN 97820230406407

Refund policy

Refund requests will only be accepted under the following terms:

• Applications for a refund must be made in writing or via email to ci@brookes.ac.uk.
• Full refunds will only be made if they are received by the Confucius Institute 5 working days before the start date of the course.
• The first class of each course can be attended for free so students are able to ascertain their learning level but only if this has been discussed with the Administrative Officer. Payment must then be made before the second class.
• Once payment has been made and the course has started, refunds will only be given for extenuating medical or personal circumstances. Requested refunds of this nature must be accompanied by evidence and will be approved on a case by case basis.Courses attended will be deducted plus a £20 administrative fee from the amount refunded.
• We encourage each student to consider the time commitment needed for each course and ensure they feel able to attend the majority of lessons.