Program Overview

Program Overview

The Chinese Language Program at Beijing Normal University is designed for international students with zero or any level of Chinese proficiency. The program features a scientifically stratified teaching approach, with seven levels of classes and a small-class teaching model.

General Introduction

The program welcomes international students with zero or any level of Chinese proficiency. After enrollment, students will take a placement test to determine their Chinese proficiency level and enter the corresponding class for systematic learning. The program adopts a small-class teaching model with 15-20 students, ensuring each student's speaking practice time in class.

Strong and Committed Teachers and Full Range of Curriculum

Beijing Normal University has a faculty team with profound teaching experience, conducting systematic teaching around the four core dimensions of "listening, speaking, reading, and writing." The university offers a variety of elective courses, including calligraphy, martial arts, Chinese tourism geography, and selected readings of ancient Chinese poetry.

Entertainment and Extracurricular Activity

The program has a diverse extracurricular activity system, featuring rich and varied forms, such as Peking Opera and acrobatics art appreciation, Chinese traditional music listening experiences, and on-site visits to historical and cultural sites. These activities serve as an out-of-class cultural practice platform for students.

Study Duration and Study Mode

• The duration of study is one semester or one academic year.
• Different classes are arranged for beginners and students of advanced levels.
• Students will be placed in the appropriate class after a placement test upon registration.

Application Requirement

1. Applicants should be in good health and of good character, respect Chinese habits and customs, and abide by both Chinese Law & Regulations as well as the university's Rules & Regulations.
2. Non-Chinese citizens aged between 18 and 45 with a valid foreign passport.
3. High school certificate or higher academic degree.

Application Period

• Spring Semester (starting in March 2026): October 10, 2025 - December 15, 2025
• Fall Semester (starting in September 2025): March 15, 2025 - June 30, 2025

Application Procedures

1. Online application
2. Review
3. Print the application form
4. Sign and send the electronic application form

Application Materials

• BNU Application Form for International Student
• Passport Bio Page
• Final Degree Certificate or Certificate of Enrollment
• Transcript of the final academic study period
• Non-criminal Record
• Application fee: 450 RMB

Tuition Fee

• One semester: 11,600 RMB
• One academic year: 22,400 RMB

Accommodation

Beijing Normal University International Student Apartment offers single and double rooms. The fee information is available on the website of the International Student Office of Beijing Normal University.