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    Nankai University (NKU)

    Chinese Language Summer Programme

    Tianjin, ChinaTaught in ChineseOpen to international students

    Introduction

    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.

    About the Program

    The Chinese Language Summer Programme is a non-degree program at Nankai University in Tianjin, China. It's taught in Chinese and is for students who want to learn the language. This program is a great way for students to improve their Chinese skills in a short time.

    The curriculum includes classes on Chinese language and culture. Students learn to read and write Chinese characters, and practice their speaking and listening skills. The program also includes activities that help students use their new language skills in real-life situations.

    After this program, students can work as interpreters, language instructors, or cultural advisors. They can work in industries like international trade, diplomacy, or education. Some employers may include companies that do business in China, government agencies, or cultural organizations.

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    English Test Requirement

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

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    85–95

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    TOEFL iBT
    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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