Chinese Language Program

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jan 26, 2027, and tuition is 7,000 CNY per semester.

The Chinese Language Program at Nankai University is a non-degree program for students who want to learn Chinese. It lasts one semester and is taught in Chinese.

The program covers various aspects of the Chinese language, including reading, writing, and speaking. Students will develop their language skills through interactive classes and hands-on activities.

After completing the program, students can pursue careers such as Chinese Teacher, Translator, or Cultural Ambassador. They can work in fields like education, international business, or government agencies, helping people communicate across cultures.

Nankai University is a prestigious multidisciplinary university in Tianjin with a century of academic excellence since its founding in 1919. As a member of China’s top university groups, Nankai offers strong programs across sciences, humanities, business and the arts, with particular recognition for mathematics, chemistry, history and economics. The campus culture blends rigorous scholarship with a tradition of civic engagement and intellectual inquiry.

Nankai provides extensive academic resources including four main libraries, large digital collections and dedicated research centres, enabling students to pursue ambitious projects and cross-disciplinary study. Facilities for sports, cultural activities and student organizations support a balanced student life, while the multipurpose smart campus card and widespread campus wifi make daily life convenient. Close links with industry and research institutes create internship and research opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates.

Located in Tianjin, a dynamic city close to Beijing, Nankai students benefit from thriving industry, international business presence and cultural events. International students find strong orientation support, language resources and a welcoming campus community. Graduates leave with strong credentials, research experience and the professional networks needed to succeed in academic, public and private sectors at home and abroad.