Language Centre

Chinese (Mandarin) Pre-Advanced Course

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Key information

Duration
1 term per sub-level; 10 weeks per term
Attendance mode
Part-time, live online session/blended learning

Course overview

Course aim

The course is designed to help intermediate level Chinese language learners to move towards advanced levels. 

Learners will deepen their understanding of Chinese grammar and vocabulary and will be able to communicate with greater ease and fluency. Comprehension and communication skills are developed through customized HSK 4 standard short dialogues and articles (for Pre-Advanced level) which are very practical and relevant to current Chinese society. Then, for Pre-Advanced 2 and 3 we will be working with HSK 5A, where we will further discuss some hot topics, both current and historical. There will be aspects deeply rooted in the rich ancient culture for learners to explore, discuss and compare. This course is delivered by the Language Centre

Method

The course is taught in English and Chinese and includes coverage of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing and a good balance between understanding the systems of Chinese grammar and vocabulary, developing the skills of comprehending and producing Chinese in speech and writing, guided practice in language usage and use and authentic communicative activities. Class size is limited to fifteen to allow intensive interactive practice with individual feedback and advice on progress.

Materials 

Pre-Advanced 1 
Textbook: HSK Standard Course 4B, Author Jiang LiPing
- ISBN-10: 978-7561939307
- ISBN-13: 978-7561939307

Pre-Advanced 2 & 3 
Textbook: HSK Standard Course 5A, Author Jiang LiPing 
- ISBN-10: 978-7561940335
- ISBN-13: 978-7561940334 

Course materials are not included in the fee. We strongly recommend to wait until your course is confirmed before purchasing the textbook.

Entry requirements and progression route

To be able to join Chinese Pre-Advanced Courses, you need to have completed the Upper-Intermediate level course in Mandarin Chinese at SOAS Language Centre or have an equivalent knowledge of guided learning hours (approximately 355 hours). You should have mastered around 1,000 Chinese characters and have an equivalent of HSK4 standard level. The progression route from Chinese Pre-Advanced 1 is to Chinese Pre-advanced 2; from Pre-Advanced 2 to Pre-Advanced 3. Upon successful completion of Chinese Pre-Advanced 3 you will be able to progress to Advanced level courses in Mandarin Chinese.

Please note, that each term, courses are subject to quorum requirements.

For course dates and information, please see our timetables.

Structure

Chinese Pre-Advanced 1

In this course you will cover:

  • HSK 4B Units 17-20 (P86-140)
  • 野生动物和大自然 
  • 地球  海洋  陆地
  • 中国的国宝大熊猫
  • 宠物和人的关系
  • 手机的应用和功能
  • 纸质书和电子书
  • 电脑和互联网
  • 梦 和梦想
  • 科技给现代生活带来的变化
  • 微博与微信
  • 填表格
  • 生活中的小事故
  • 才艺·(表演)国球
  • 小广告 (房屋租赁)
  • 舌尖上的中国
  • 理想的旅行
  • 旅行当中遇到的问题
  • 中国的寒暑假
  • 中国的少数民族
  • 南北差异和方言

The above is an indication of content that may be covered over the duration of the course but it could vary depending on the level and progress of students in the class.

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Disclaimer

Important notice regarding changes to programmes and modules.

Related information

See the full list of Language Centre short courses in Chinese on the Chinese language homepage.