Chinese Language Program

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is May 31, 2027; tuition fees for Chinese Language Program are 1,487 USD per semester.

The Chinese Language Program at Central South University is a non-degree program for students who want to learn Chinese. It lasts one semester and is taught in Chinese.

This program helps students develop their Chinese language skills through various subjects and hands-on components. Students learn to read, write, and speak Chinese.

After completing this program, students can work as Chinese teachers, translators, or interpreters. They can also work in international business, tourism, or education as Chinese language specialists, cultural advisors, or exchange coordinators.

Central South University (CSU) in Changsha is a major Chinese national university formed in 2000 through the merger of three institutions and recognized as a Double First Class university. Home to more than 55,000 students and over 1,600 international students, CSU offers a comprehensive range of programs across engineering, medicine, materials science, rail transit and the social sciences, organized within numerous schools and research institutes.

CSU is research-intensive with national key laboratories, engineering centers and clinical hospitals that support advanced inquiry and applied innovation. The university promotes international collaborations with partners in more than 30 countries and provides scholarship opportunities for international applicants, including full and partial awards that may cover tuition, accommodation and stipends. Language pathways and preparatory programs are available for students who need to strengthen Chinese or English proficiency prior to degree study.

Campus life in Changsha blends a vibrant urban setting with extensive on-campus services and multiple accommodation options for overseas students. CSU’s strong industry links and alumni network support internships and employment outcomes, while a broad range of academic fields and postdoctoral centers make it a good fit for students seeking rigorous research training or professionally oriented degrees in one of China’s leading comprehensive universities.