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Peking University (PKU)

Chinese for HSK 2

Beijing, China Taught in Chinese Online Open to international students

Introduction

Peking University (PKU) in Beijing is widely regarded as one of China’s top universities, celebrated for academic excellence, influential research, and a historic, picturesque campus. PKU offers a broad spectrum of programs across the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and professional fields, attracting leading scholars and motivated students. Its reputation for rigorous scholarship and interdisciplinary study makes PKU a focal point for ambitious domestic and international students alike.

The university combines strong academics with rich campus life, including hundreds of student associations, cultural festivals, and academic seminars. Signature events like the International Cultural Festival and competitive activities such as music and athletic championships create a vibrant student experience. PKU also supports extensive research opportunities, international collaboration, and language programs that enable students to engage with global academic communities and gain practical experience.

Admissions can be highly competitive for domestic applicants, while international students benefit from structured support services, scholarship options, and dedicated housing arrangements, though on-campus places for internationals are limited and many choose private accommodation nearby. For students seeking a top-tier academic environment in Beijing with abundant extracurricular and research opportunities, PKU offers a prestigious, culturally rich setting that fosters intellectual growth and global engagement.

About the Program

The Chinese for HSK 2 program is a non-degree course, taught in Chinese at Peking University. It lasts 7 weeks and helps students express their views on simple daily life topics.

The curriculum includes 24 lecture videos, 44 short videos, over 150 new vocabularies, and 62 new grammar points. Students will also participate in weekly online quizzes and a final simulation exam.

Upon completion, students can pursue careers such as Chinese Language Instructor, Cultural Ambassador, Export Manager, or Market Researcher, working in industries like education, diplomacy, or international business with employers like government agencies, cultural institutions, or marketing firms.

English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
Convert your own score

Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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