Intensive Chinese Program Content

The Intensive Chinese Program is perfect for people who wish to learn Chinese. The program also includes accommodation, cultural activities and general practical assistance.

What does the Intensive Chinese Program include?

• Chinese classes (20 hours/week): Learn Chinese in small groups (or 8 hours of private classes per week for students without a suitable group)
• Accommodation in single/double rooms in modern apartments in the city center. Allowing you to experience China's culture and way of life.
• Organisation of weekly activities such as business lectures, excursions, cultural activities, etc.
• Airport pick-up
• Additional services such as support with visa application for China, registration in China, travel inquiries, ticket booking, etc.

Not included:
• Plane ticket
• Insurance (in order to participate in our programs you have to buy your own travel insurance for the whole duration of your stay before program start)

Who can study Chinese through the Intensive Chinese Program?

The Intensive Chinese Program is open to any applicant, regardless of nationality, gender, or origin, who wants to learn Chinese. Minimum required age is 18 years old.

Hutong School's Intensive Chinese Programme is best suitable for:
• Absolute beginners who are motivated, enthusiastic and eager to learn Chinese.
• People who have taken a short-term course (less than 60 hours of classes) outside China but never had the chance to dedicate the amount of time they would have liked to learn Chinese.
• People who have already reached an intermediate Chinese level and wish to study to become advanced Chinese speakers or specialize in a certain lexical field (business Chinese, diplomatic Chinese, etc...)

Can people with an intermediate or advanced level also learn Chinese through the Intensive Chinese courses?

Yes, people with an intermediate or advanced level of Chinese can join one of the many ongoing groups (from 2 to 8 people). If there is no group available at your level, you will be given 8 hours per week of private instruction. These classes are more intense and will have a similar learning outcome to 20 hours of group classes.

When does the Intensive Chinese Program start? For how long can you study Chinese?

The Intensive Chinese Programme starts on the first Monday of every month and can continue for as long as you like.

Individuals applying together (at least 2 people) with similar Chinese levels can start a new program at anytime with a duration up to 12 months to study Chinese intensively.

How can I apply for the Intensive Chinese classes?

You can fill out the online application form and we will get back to you with a suitable schedule for you to learn Chinese in line with your preferred starting date, length of stay and your Chinese level. Application is free of charge.