Basic Survival Chinese

Tuition costs 7,800 CNY per semester. Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jul 14, 2027.

The Basic Survival Chinese program at Jiangsu University is a non-degree course for short-term learners and workers in China, lasting 18 semesters. It helps students with daily life necessities like greeting, introduction, and shopping.

The curriculum covers topics such as date, time, location, transportation expressions, making phone calls, and appointments. Students will learn these skills through hands-on components and practice.

After completing the course, students can work as Tour Guides, Hotel Receptionists, Sales Assistants, or Customer Service Representatives in industries like hospitality, retail, or tourism, with potential employers including hotels, restaurants, or travel agencies.

Jiangsu University (JSU) traces its origins to early 20th-century institutions and has grown into a comprehensive research university recognized among China’s top institutions, with strong emphasis on engineering, materials science, clinical medicine and chemistry. The university offers a broad spectrum of programs across sciences, engineering, humanities and professional fields and maintains a large campus with extensive teaching and laboratory facilities.

JSU is research-driven, with multiple national-level centers, innovation platforms and a well-equipped library collection that supports scholarly activity. The Overseas Education College coordinates international admissions and student services, and the campus hosts more than 1,000 international students from over 70 countries. Cultural activities, language support and an active international festival program help overseas students integrate and experience local culture while studying.

Located in Zhenjiang, a historic city with affordable living and convenient access to larger urban centers, JSU combines strong employment outcomes with opportunities for practical training, internships and collaborative research. Students benefit from a supportive campus environment, comprehensive accommodation options and programs designed to prepare graduates for careers in industry, research and public service both within China and internationally.