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Learn Chinese Mandarin - popular choice!

Chinese is spoken by over 700 million people. Learning Chinese is fast becoming a popular choice amongst students looking to become understood in different countries including China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong. Learn Chinese to open the doors and opportunities of your future!

Learn Chinese in 2 Convenient Locations

• Taipei: Study at Chung Hua University or CLD Language Center.
• Taichung: Study at Providence University.

We welcome students of all ages and abilities from absolute beginners to advanced students.

On or before arrival in Taiwan, students initially enrol for 1 semester (3 months). Students learn basic Chinese conversation skills needed for everyday living in Taiwan, and which can be developed further during continued periods of study.

Students who study Chinese for 10 hours a week are entitled to visa extensions in order to continue their studies. These extensions will be granted up to 2 months at a time, for a maximum total period of 6 months. After 4 months of study it is possible to apply for an ARC (resident visa) through either Chung Hua University or Providence University. The ARC allows for indefinite stays in Taiwan. The initial length of the ARC will depend on paying tuition fees in advance for the length of stay required.

ARC's cannot be issued to students learning Chinese in private language centers. Hence, an ARC cannot be issued if studying at CLD Language Center. If you intend learning Chinese at CLD, then ensure you have a visa to remain in Taiwan.

Classes run for 2 hours a day, Monday to Friday, at convenient times to allow you to both work and study while you are in Taiwan. The current age of students range from 18 to 50 with no age limit. Classes are aimed at learning conversational Chinese, character writing, correct pronunciation and grammar working towards fluency.

The language is taught using the Beijing Pinyin system, the most widespread method for teaching Mandarin and also the easiest system for beginners. All teachers are university graduates and have completed courses in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language.

Upon acceptance at Chung Hua University or Providence University, we will then post your Acceptance Papers to your home address. These Acceptance Papers are then used to apply for your visa prior to coming to Taiwan. If we have received all application documents, we can inform you whether you have been accepted or not within 5 working days.

Learning Chinese at Reputable Schools

Providence University

Providence is a government recognised private University. Further to offering Mandarin study programs, Providence University also offers degree courses in International Trade, Asian Studies etc. If you are applying for credits in the future at a University in your own country then we will provide certificates and a grade report.

Providence University was established in 1921 and is located in Taichung City. It has 1 of the largest University Language Education centres in Taiwan for students from all over the world wishing to learn Mandarin.

There are over 250 foreign students from over 25 different countries taking part in these classes.

There are 2 Mandarin Centres - 1 at the main University and a Taichung campus Centre.

The Director of the Providence University Mandarin program has taught Mandarin studies in the USA for over 15 years and is also the author of the textbook Practical Chinese which is widely used by students of all levels in Taiwan.

Chung Hua University and CLD Language Center

Established in 1990, Chung Hua University's main campus is centrally located in Hsinchu city. The University has 5 colleges and 22 departments offering 22 undergraduate, 15 graduate and 10 doctoral programs. In affiliation with CLD Language Center, Chung Hua University offers Chinese language classes in Taipei. Whether you study Chinese at Chung Hua University or CLD Language Center, the same convenient location is used in Taipei.

CLD received government recognition for offering Mandarin tuition in 1992, and is conveniently located near Taipei train station. CLD offers rest rooms and entertainment areas for reading or talking as well as 11 classrooms that can accommodate over 100 students. AAC have negotiated with CLD to offer 3 months tuition for the price of 2, no matter how long the student intends on studying Mandarin.

PROVIDENCE UNIVERSITY	CHUNG HUA UNIVERSITY / CLD LANGUAGE CENTER
TUITION NT$17,500 per semester	TUITION CHUNG HUA: NT$13,200 per semester CLD: NT$9,900 per semester incl. 1 month free tuition
SEMESTER LENGTH 1 semester is 3 months
CLASSES Monday to Friday 10 hours per week
TIMES Semesters start in March, June, September, and December. However, it is possible to join at other times subject to the availability of a suitable place. Morning Class -10am ~ 12pm Afternoon Class -12pm ~ 2pm Evening Class -7pm ~ 9pm	TIMES Enrolments - most Mondays Morning Class -8:10am ~ 10am -10:10am ~ 12pm Afternoon Class -1:10pm ~ 3pm -3:10pm ~ 5pm Evening Class -7:10pm ~ 9pm
LEVELS Beginners Lower and upper levels from 0 ~ 6 months Intermediate Lower and upper levels from 6 ~ 12 months Advanced Lower and upper levels from 1 year ~ 4 years
TEACHERS Teachers are all university graduates of Providence University with majors in Foreign languages and philosophy with additional training in TCSL (Teaching Chinese as a Second Language).	TEACHERS Teachers are all university graduates with additional training in TCSL (Teaching Chinese as a Second Language).
TEACHER TO STUDENT RATIO Maximum of 10 students per class however most classes have 8 students in them. Average ratio is 1:8.
SCHOLARSHIPS Students who complete a minimum of 1 semester may apply for a scholarship. Approximately 8 are given away per year. The value is NT$90,000 and is issued by means of 6 cheques, each for NT$15,000 for 6 months.	SCHOLARSHIPS n/a
STUDENT INSURANCE Accident cover or medical insurance available while you live in Taiwan. This costs under NT$1,000 and covers you for a period of 6 months.	STUDENT INSURANCE Accident cover or medical insurance available while you live in Taiwan. This costs NT$135 and covers you for a period of 4 weeks.
VISA EXTENSION If you continue learning Chinese, then you qualify for visa extensions, each being for a period of 60 days. No visa extensions available when studying at CLD.
STUDENT VISA Yes	STUDENT VISA CHUNG HUA: Yes CLD: No

Please see Study Mandarin for a breakdown on fees payable.

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