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Overview
What you will study in the Beginners' Chinese module at The Open University UK
This module has at its core the following elements:
- a step-by-step introduction to the Mandarin Chinese speech sounds and the formation of Chinese characters
- user-friendly, concise instruction dealing with the Chinese grammar and language use, and useful information on relevant cultural aspects
- gradual introduction of basic vocabulary, set phrases and sentence patterns
- audio materials, featuring recordings by native speakers of Chinese
- regular online listening, speaking, reading and grammar exercises with immediate feedback to monitor your progress
- gradual development of study and language skills.
- The study materials are carefully structured and graded, and provide ample opportunities to practise the language in realistic contexts.
- This module presents Mandarin Chinese in simplified characters accompanied by pinyin throughout the first part of print and online materials (note: pinyin is used less in the second half of the materials). There are notes on significant regional variations in the language whenever relevant.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- This module is designed to enable you to achieve a level of language proficiency equivalent to level A2 of the Council of Europe Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
- You will have developed your knowledge and understanding of the language as well as an awareness of cultural diversity in Chinese speaking countries which form a key part of the learning outcomes for studying at this level.
- By the end of the module you will have developed key OU level 1 undergraduate study skills such as learning to work independently and using strategies which enable you to solve problems and analyse data.
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Registration closes 31/07/2024
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Asian studies View 11 other Short Courses in Asian studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This is a key introductory OU level 1 module. OU level 1 modules provide core subject knowledge and study skills needed for both higher education and distance learning.
- No prior knowledge of Chinese is required to study this module.
Tuition Fee
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International
195 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 195 GBP for the full programme
Funding
Tuition Fee Loan
- Available to students of any age, the government pays your fees, and you repay in affordable monthly instalments. There’s nothing to pay until April 2017 and repayments start at just £30 a month if your income is £25,000. And you’ll pay nothing at all if you earn below £21,000.
Monthly instalments
- With an OU Student Budget Account (OUSBA) the annual fee is calculated and spread out in monthly instalments.
Employer sponsorship
- If you’re studying for vocational reasons your employer may be willing to pay part or all of your tuition fees.
Credit or debit card
- We accept most well known credit and debit cards.
Financial support
- If you are on a low income or on certain benefits, and are looking to develop your confidence and study skills, you could apply for our Access to Success Route (with limited places, jointly funded by the OU and the government’s National Scholarship Programme).
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