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Peking University (PKU)

Chinese for HSK 4

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

Chinese for HSK 4 is a 10-week non-degree program at Peking University for students who want to improve their Chinese language skills. The program helps students prepare for the HSK Level 4 exam and covers vocabulary, grammar, and conversation skills. Students will learn to converse in Chinese on various topics and communicate fluently with native speakers.

The curriculum includes 424 new HSK 4 vocabularies, detailed explanations of keywords and grammar points, and analysis of reading and listening materials from the Official Examination Paper of HSK Level 4. Students will also review words learned in previous HSK courses and practice with quizzes and test papers. The program focuses on helping students master grammar knowledge, including sentence structure and usage.

After completing the program, students can pursue careers as Chinese language teachers, translators, interpreters, editors, or cultural consultants. They can work in industries such as education, government, tourism, or international business, and can be employed by companies, schools, or government agencies that require Chinese language expertise.

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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