Chinese
Why learn Chinese?
- Explore Chinese culture, one of the world’s oldest and richest continuous cultures
- Engage with Chinese communities worldwide, with over 873 million people speaking Mandarin as their mother tongue
- Increase your opportunities to work in the world’s second largest economy
- Open the door into Chinese politics, history, economy and literature
- Be ahead of the game in competing for a job
Our programmes by study level
Study Chinese either as part of your degree or independently, as an extra course. Simply select your preferred programme below.
Academic Programme
For all Warwick students and members of staff.
No extra fees apply for students taking a module as part of their degree for the academic year.
If you wish to take a module separately from your degree, please see our fees.
Chinese 1
Module Code: LL130
Duration: Full Year
Chinese 2
Module Code: LL227
Duration: Full Year
Chinese 2 for Finalists
Module Code: LL3B3
Duration: Full Year
Chinese Beginners (Accelerated)
Module Code: LL2B1
Duration: Full Year
Chinese Beginners (Accelerated) for Finalists
Module Code: LL3B1
Duration: Full Year
Chinese Foundational Literacy and Oracy
Module Code: LL2B5
Duration: Full Year
Lifelong Language Learning (LLL) Programme
For all Warwick students, members of staff and members of the public.
Our LLL courses offer non-credit learning opportunities for those interested in languages outside of a degree programme.
Chinese Calligraphy
Course Code: LL002
Duration: 8 Weeks
Delivery Mode(s): In person
Chinese Beginners
Course Code: LL172
Duration: 2 Terms (18 Weeks)
Delivery Mode(s): Online
Chinese Post-Beginners
Course Code: LL173
Duration: 2 Terms (18 Weeks)
Delivery Mode(s): Online
See what our students say about our Chinese lessons
One thing I particularly like about the teaching style of Chinese at Warwick is that the classes are designed to be very, very practical, which I think is essential for people who are learning languages. For example, we don't just follow a textbook and do exercises from the textbook.
Amie, SMLC, Intermediate Chinese
When I started the Master’s and I heard that you could add a language from the Language Centre, I thought that was a very good chance to formalise my learning. Adding a language to your regular studies will help you meet people from other faculties and do something different.
Meritxell, SMLC (PG), Intermediate Chinese
I study Accelerated Chinese, so it's a faster paced course, and it has been really motivating seeing the progress you make in such a short space of time. [...] Another fantastic aspect of the Language Centre is the passionate lecturers that you get.
Henry, SMLC, Intermediate Chinese
I think that learning at Warwick specifically, it’s just been so good because the Chinese department that we have is so great.
Aardra, Maths, Intermediate Chinese
Contact Us
For additional assistance or enquiries, please don't hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team.
Our Teaching Team
Our teaching team of qualified and experienced tutors is dedicated to fostering a love for languages and cultures. Using innovative methods, they help you achieve your linguistic goals while enhancing language proficiency and cultural understanding.
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