Course info

The module is intended for students with no prior knowledge of Chinese. It aims to:
* enable the students to attain basic listening, speaking, writing and reading skills in standard Chinese;
* help students to communicate effectively in standard Chinese; and
* help establish an understanding of the Chinese, their culture and traditions.
* the course is also to provide enjoinment and intellectual stimulation to build up students confidence for further study of Chinese
LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of the course students will be able to:

* be aware of core of Chinese culture
* ask simple questions and take part in simple dialogues
* read and comprehend dialogues and passages based on the vocabulary learned
* understand short statements, requests and questions containing the vocabulary and grammar presented during the course.
* write a short passage or an email/postcard in Chinese characters

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module students will be able to:

* communicate in Chinese in all 4 skills
* write a postcard/ email/ letter in Chinese characters