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Chinese Language Courses

Chinese language courses can help you learn pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and writing systems like simplified and traditional characters. You can build skills in conversational fluency, reading comprehension, and cultural nuances that enhance communication. Many courses introduce tools such as language learning apps, online dictionaries, and character recognition software, which support your practice and help you apply your skills in everyday situations.

Popular Chinese Language Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation

    4.2 stars, 39 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (39) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Peking University

    Management Communication 管理沟通

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Business Communication, Team Management, Internal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.8 stars, 184 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (184) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Telephone Language

    Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Oral Comprehension, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Vocabulary, English Language

    4.5 stars, 108 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (108) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    Nanjing University

    Chinese Culture and Contemporary China

    Skills you'll gain: Music, Music History, World Music, Social Studies, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Ancient History, Media and Communications, Art History, Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Social Sciences, Electronic Media, Intercultural Competence, Performing Arts, Anthropology, Sociology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6 stars, 532 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (532) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Understand and Be Understood on the Phone

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency

    4.6 stars, 70 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (70) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.8 stars, 431 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (431) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    東亞儒學:孟子一(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Pedagogy, Social Sciences, Culture, Human Learning, Cultural Diversity, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Peking University

    论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Legal Research, Research Design, Writing, Legal Writing, Database Software, Databases, Journals, Legal Technology

    4.4 stars, 47 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (47) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    Introduction to Comparative Indo-European Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, English Language, Anthropology, Multilingualism, Oral Comprehension, Research, Research Methodologies

    4.6 stars, 105 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (105) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Peking University

    More Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Culture

    4.8 stars, 1.4K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 121 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (121) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    深扣孔孟 (An Inquiry into Confucius and Mencius)

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Teaching, Pedagogy, Social Studies, Liberal Arts, Human Learning, Culture, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Ancient History, Human Development, Mentorship, Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chinese language courses

  • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Management Communication 管理沟通: Peking University
  • Lesson | Telephone Language: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Chinese Culture and Contemporary China: Nanjing University
  • Lesson | Understand and Be Understood on the Phone: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • 東亞儒學:孟子一(East Asian Confucianisms: Mencius (1)): National Taiwan University
  • 论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research): Peking University
  • Introduction to Comparative Indo-European Linguistics: Universiteit Leiden
  • More Chinese for Beginners: Peking University

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