Introduction to Chinese Language Courses

1.Comprehensive Chinese

Textbook: New Practical Chinese Reader

Course Description: This course focuses on imparting fundamental knowledge of the Chinese language and characters, equipping learners with basic communication skills in Chinese. Students will learn Chinese pronunciation, vocabulary, and essential sentence structures to solve everyday problems in life and study. By the end of the course, students will have basic conversational proficiency in Chinese.

Teaching Team: Yang Chunyun (center), Qu Yun (left), Wang Liangyu (right)

     

   2. Chinese Listening and Speaking

Textbook: Chinese Listening Course

Course Description: Designed as a practical course for improving listening skills, this class helps students familiarize themselves with the sounds, intonation, and pacing of Chinese as used in everyday situations. It enhances their ability to make accurate judgments on Chinese pronunciation and tone while developing both listening and communication skills.

Lead Instructor: Xiao Fengling

     

 3.HSK

Textbook: HSK Standard Course

Course Description: This course is tailored for the HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) and includes comprehensive training in listening, reading, and writing skills. Students will systematically study vocabulary, grammar points, and content that align with HSK exam requirements, ensuring thorough preparation for the test.

Teaching Team: Pu Changsong (left), Li Xin (right)

      

4.Chinese Culture

Textbook: An Overview of China (English Edition)

Course Description: A humanities course specifically designed for international students, it provides a systematic introduction to various aspects of Chinese culture, including ethnic groups, art, and customs. The course aims to help students understand the essence of Chinese history and culture, as well as appreciate the unique charm of Chinese civilization within the global context.

Lead Instructor: Jiang Qinling

      

5.Medical Chinese

Textbook: Clinical Medical Chinese Conversation Course

Course Description: Tailored for international students in clinical medicine, this practical course enhances language communication skills and professional competence. Through structured teaching and practice, students will master the language used in hospital settings, including doctor-patient dialogues, providing a solid linguistic foundation for clinical internships in Chinese hospitals.

Teaching Team: Zhang Yuan (left), Duan Shaoqi (center), Liu Gangcai (right)

     

6.Legal Education

Textbook: Self-compiled materials

Course Description: This course helps international students understand China's fundamental laws, social norms, and university regulations. It aims to strengthen their legal awareness and sense of social responsibility, enabling them to act lawfully and responsibly during their stay in China. The course also fosters greater understanding and respect for Chinese society and culture, promoting cross-cultural exchange and integration.

Teaching Team: Wang Zhen (left), Yang Dongxue (right)

     

7.Medical Culture

Textbook: Medical Culturology

Course Description: This interdisciplinary course combines knowledge from medicine, history, philosophy, ethics, and sociology. It integrates traditional culture and medical ethics with the humanistic spirit of medicine. The course introduces students to Chinese and global medical culture, exploring its evolution and impact on public health and society. It cultivates a humanitarian perspective, a respect for life, and a pursuit of truth, inspiring students to delve into these fields while gaining a broader understanding beyond medical expertise.

Lead Teacher: Tang Yuqing