STU Chinese Language Center
Shantou, China
Course
DURATION
LANGUAGES
Chinese
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: Founded in 1986, STU Chinese Language Center offers foundation, intermediate and advanced Mandarin courses for foreigners and trains Chinese language teachers. Classes (5–10) teach language skills, Chinese culture. New semesters start February and September; applications open year-round. Required documents include passport copy and highest-degree or enrollment certificate. Fees: registration RMB 400, tuition RMB 15,000/year, accommodation RMB 800–1,200/month. The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) full scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, stipend and medical insurance; apply January–April.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can work as Chinese language teachers, translators, interpreters, international student advisers, cultural exchange coordinators, or in tourism and international business roles using Mandarin.
Overview
Founded in 1986 with the approval of the Office of Chinese Language Council International, the Chinese Language Training Center is a Chinese language training center for foreigners and also a center in China to train Chinese language teachers for Southeast Asian learners. It is one of the earliest Chinese language and culture teaching centers in South China.
Programs
- The programs of different levels are provided: Foundation Level (for beginners), Intermediate Level and Advanced Level. Students will be divided into different levels according to their language competency.
- A new semester begins every February an September of each calendar year.
- Small classes are arranged, each with only 5 to 10 students. They will take comprehensive courses for language skills including listening, conversation, reading, writing, and some Chinese cultural courses.
- Inspiring and harmonious teaching provides students with more opportunities to learn.
Required Documents
Scanned copy of valid passport
Scanned copy of Certification of Highest degree attained or Certificate of Enrollment at University (scanned copy of original documents or certified copies, either in Chinese or English), documentation of middle school graduation, or any other completed degree.
Application time
Open all the year round.
*You are strongly recommended to register for the Autumn Semester if you are a beginner in learning Chinese.
Visa Application
Those who meet the requirements of admission will receive an Admission Letter and a JW202 FORM (visa application form). With these two documents, the applicant may apply for a Student Visa (X) at either the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General.
Costs
- Registration fee RMB 400
- Tuition Fee RMB 15,000/year
- Accommodation Single Room: RMB1,200/month Double Room: RMB 800/month
Scholarship
Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) full scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation fees, stipend, and comprehensive medical insurance.
The application time for CGS scholarship is January to April every year.
Application details will be provided the dispatching authorities for overseas study of your home country (Chinese Embassy/Consulate General in your home country or other designated agencies).
The Chinese government has set up a series of full scholarship programs and partial scholarship programs to sponsor international students to study in Chinese universities.
Shantou University (Agency code:10560) is one of the designated universities in China for CGS scholarship students.
