Mandarin Courses
Learn Mandarin, explore Taiwan.
  • The Regular Class is designed for beginners and continuing learners.
  • The Fall Semester (September to January) offers Beginner-level Chinese courses
  • The Spring Semester (February to June) is a continuation of the beginner-level courses.
  • Both classes are held for 15 hours per week over 18 weeks.

    This program focuses on developing students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through a structured and progressive curriculum. Course content follows a spiral learning approach, with increasing vocabulary, grammar complexity, and a broad range of practical themes.

    Classes are conducted in small groups of 5 to 10 students to ensure high-quality instruction. Emphasis is placed on practical application, enabling students to effectively use Chinese in real-life communication.

    Apply for regular class

Short-term Classes are TOCFL enhancive courses designed for students who wish to strengthen their Chinese language skills during the semester. These classes mainly focus on improving overall language proficiency and are usually offered online, allowing students to flexibly enhance their Chinese learning alongside their regular studies.

Tuition & Payment

  • Free of charge for NPUST students
  • For non-NPUST students: NT$160 per class hour (tuition is calculated based on the total course hours)
  • Payment method: Cash only
  • Payment location: Language Center, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (NPUST)

Registration information will be announced once the courses are confirmed. Please follow the Chinese Language Division’s Facebook page for the latest updates.

Intensive Classes are TOCFL enhancive courses mainly designed to meet the minimum study-hour requirements for visa or scholarship purposes. Courses may be offered online or in person, depending on the course arrangement. These classes provide intensive and structured Chinese learning during summer or winter vacations.

Tuition & Payment

  • Free of charge for NPUST students
  • For non-NPUST students: NT$160 per class hour (tuition is calculated based on the total course hours)
  • Payment method: Cash only
  • Payment location: Language Center, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (NPUST)

Registration information will be announced once the courses are confirmed. Please follow the Chinese Language Division’s Facebook page for the latest updates.