Chinese Language Courses
Campus Resources for Learning Chinese
NCHU Chinese Language Center was officially recognized by the Ministry of Education. It is listed as an authorized institution for issuing various visas by overseas offices and the Central Taiwan Office of the National Immigration Agency. The primary goal of our Chinese classes is to provide high-quality Chinese and cultural learning environments for foreigners, in line with the Ministry of Education's policy of academic internationalization.
Chinese Learning Roadmap at NCHU
Not sure which Chinese course is right for you? Explore the flexible learning options below and combine courses based on your learning goals.
* Students may combine different course types based on their interests, schedule, and learning goals.
Compare Chinese Learning Options
| Your Goal | Learning Option | What You Can Take | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earn credits while learning Chinese | Credit Courses For Credit |
Practical Chinese Chinese Oral Speaking Taiwanese Culture |
NCHU Degree-seeking students Exchange students |
| Improve daily communication and practical Chinese skills | Non-credit Courses Flexible Learning |
Conversation Chinese TOCFL Preparation Course Workplace Chinese Online Chinese Courses |
NCHU Degree-seeking / Exchange students who want flexible Chinese learning |
| Study Chinese intensively or apply for a visa for Chinese study | Intensive Program Self-funded |
3-month seasonal program 3 hours/day × 5 days/week |
Full-time Chinese learners Visa applicants |
Brief Introduction of Different Learning Options
Chinese Language Course (For Credit) | Diverse Chinese Language Course (Non-credit) | Chinese Intensive Courses (Non-credit) (Self-fund) | TOCFL Introduction
Chinese Language Course (For Credit)
Target Audience: Degree-seeking students and exchange students
| Chinese Course Name | English Course Name | Credits | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 實用華語(一) | Practical Chinese (I) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 實用華語(二) | Practical Chinese (II) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 實用華語(三) | Practical Chinese (III) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 實用華語(四) | Practical Chinese (IV) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 初級華語溝通與實作(一) | Elementary Chinese Communication and Practice (I) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 初級華語溝通與實作(二) | Elementary Chinese Communication and Practice (II) | 3 | View Syllabus |
| 華語口說（一） | Chinese Oral Speaking (I) | 2 | View Syllabus |
| 華語口說（二） | Chinese Oral Speaking (II) | 2 | View Syllabus |
| 認識台灣文化 (一) | Introduction to Taiwanese Culture (I) | 2 | View Syllabus |
| 認識台灣文化 (二) | Introduction to Taiwanese Culture (II) | 2 | View Syllabus |
Diverse Chinese Language Course (Non-credit)
Target Audience: Degree-seeking students and exchange students
| Course | Description |
|---|---|
| Chinese Courses (NUST / Online) | This course provides two different levels each season, offering students an online platform to learn Chinese while helping them improve their language skills and competitiveness for employment in Taiwan. |
| Conversation Chinese | This course focuses on improving international students' oral expression in Chinese through simulated everyday scenarios, allowing them to develop deeper conversational skills. |
| TOCFL Preparation Course | This course offers two different levels each season to help students enhance their language skills, increasing their competitiveness for employment in Taiwan. |
| Workplace Chinese | This course is designed to strengthen international students' Chinese abilities for employment in Taiwan, helping them master essential skills for interviews, communication, and negotiation. |
*2026 Spring Course (Non-credit): Application Closed (History Link)
*2026 Summer Course (Non-credit): Information will be released around June 2026
*2026 Fall Course (Non-credit): Information will be released around Aug 2026.
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Chinese Intensive Courses (Non-credit) (Self-fund)
Course Duration: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter (Three months per season)
Class Schedule: 3 hours × 5 days/week
| Category | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Students who do not need to apply for a visa for studying Chinese | Hold a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC), work visa, or short-term travel visa in Taiwan. |
| Students who have not yet entered Taiwan and need to apply for a visa for studying Chinese |
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More Information — Chinese Program, Language Center, NCHU
TOCFL Introduction
The Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL) is Taiwan's standardized Mandarin proficiency test, designed to evaluate the language skills of non-native speakers. It offers multiple levels aligned with international standards like the CEFR, making it a reliable credential for academic and professional purposes in the Chinese-speaking world.
The following diagram shows the grading method of the Chinese reading test and its correspondence with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the American Council on Teaching Foreign Languages (ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines), and the Taiwan Benchmarks for the Chinese Language (TBCL).
The following diagram is applicable from 2022 onwards. (Please refer to TOCFL's Website )
