Autumn Term 2025 - Mandarin Chinese for Absolute Beginners

Note: No classes on bank holidays.

This course is located in Richard Hoggart Building, Room 220A.

Classes Level

We provide 2 different levels for beginner Mandarin Chinese classes: Absolute beginner, and Beginner Improver

• Absolute beginners' course in Mandarin Chinese is suitable for those with no prior experience in the language.

Course Description

Both beginners' Chinese classes will provide students with vocabulary and grammar which act as the foundation for Mandarin Chinese. Through the interactive lessons, you will be able to read and write approximately 200 Simplified Chinese characters and be able to hold simple conversations in Chinese.

• Learn 200 Chinese characters
• Learn how to hold simple conversations in Chinese
• Learn the fundamentals of the language
• Practice in a supportive environment

DISCLAIMER - If you are undertaking an in-person course please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note no refunds are issued for moving courses online.

Discount

We offer Goldsmiths staff, students, alumni, local Lewisham residents, over 65s and those in receipt of income support a 15% discount. To receive the discount code, you need to provide proof to confucius@gold.ac.uk before we can send you the discount code.