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Peking University (PKU)

Chinese for HSK 1-6 Program

Beijing, China Taught in Chinese Online Open to international students

Introduction

Peking University (PKU) in Beijing is widely regarded as one of China’s top universities, celebrated for academic excellence, influential research, and a historic, picturesque campus. PKU offers a broad spectrum of programs across the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and professional fields, attracting leading scholars and motivated students. Its reputation for rigorous scholarship and interdisciplinary study makes PKU a focal point for ambitious domestic and international students alike.

The university combines strong academics with rich campus life, including hundreds of student associations, cultural festivals, and academic seminars. Signature events like the International Cultural Festival and competitive activities such as music and athletic championships create a vibrant student experience. PKU also supports extensive research opportunities, international collaboration, and language programs that enable students to engage with global academic communities and gain practical experience.

Admissions can be highly competitive for domestic applicants, while international students benefit from structured support services, scholarship options, and dedicated housing arrangements, though on-campus places for internationals are limited and many choose private accommodation nearby. For students seeking a top-tier academic environment in Beijing with abundant extracurricular and research opportunities, PKU offers a prestigious, culturally rich setting that fosters intellectual growth and global engagement.

About the Program

The Chinese for HSK 1-6 Program is a non-degree course at Peking University, teaching Chinese language skills for the HSK exam, with 6 levels from beginner to advanced, and 100% online learning.

The curriculum includes everyday language, conversation, comprehension, reading, and writing, as well as Chinese culture and basic Chinese Characters, with flexible deadlines and unlimited access to courses.

Graduates can pursue careers as Chinese Language Teachers, Translation Specialists, International Relations Coordinators, or Cultural Exchange Program Managers, working in education, government, or private companies.

English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
Convert your own score

Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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