The School of Contemporary Chinese Studies currently has a friendly and dedicated team of mandarin teachers, providing accessible Mandarin tuition to students within the School, those studying Mandarin as part of joint degrees and as an option as part of a range of degrees across the University. We offer modules from beginners’ (Level 1) to mastery (Level 5) and an undergraduate translation course. While no prior Mandarin language experience is required, students with existing language expertise will also be accommodated within the six-level course structure.
Mandarin teaching at Nottingham is greatly supported by the virtual learning environment WebCT and e-learning materials. We also take advantage of a range of facilities in the University including the digital classroom and a Self Access Centre for independent learning.
Course structure
It is possible for students to progress through all levels of Mandarin study and to build up significant linguistic competence over their period of study at Nottingham. Close links with Nottingham’s Ningbo campus in China provide a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Chinese culture and to improve your Mandarin language skills.
Contemporary Chinese Studies undergraduates spend their second year in Ningbo which provides the ideal opportunity to improve Mandarin language skills while undertaking credit bearing Chinese Studies and other modules. Students choosing 'with Chinese' degrees have the opportunity of spending a semester at Ningbo Campus.
Masters level students studying for the MSc Management in Contemporary China can choose to undertake a 3 month internship in China which provides a further opportunity for students to develop Mandarin language skills.
Mandarin modules offered
Find out about all the available modules in the modules section.