Part-time Chinese

Applications for the Aug 2027 intake close on Dec 1, 2026. The tuition fee is 4,800 CNY per week.

The Part-time Chinese program at Culture Yard Language School is a non-degree course for students who want to learn Chinese while working. It lasts 2 weeks and has several schedule options.

This program covers Mandarin Chinese, with a focus on practical skills. You'll learn through a combination of morning, evening, or weekend classes.

After completing this program, you can work as a Mandarin Teacher, Chinese Translator, or International Business Consultant. You can also work in industries like tourism, education, or international trade.

Culture Yard Language School, established in 2009 and based in Dali, offers immersive Mandarin programs and cultural learning tailored to international students and expatriates. With a practical, communicative approach, Culture Yard provides courses from beginner levels to HSK 6 and a selection of five core program types including intensive, part-time, private lessons and HSK preparation. The school blends classroom learning with cultural activities so students develop useful speaking and listening skills for everyday life in China.

Classrooms emphasize interaction, small group practice and real-life language use supported by experienced instructors and peer activities. As a cultural centre, Culture Yard arranges excursions, film nights, calligraphy and other events to deepen cultural understanding. Students can connect with teachers via a WeChat group, and the school points learners to nearby accommodation options using common booking platforms to ease the transition for newcomers.

For international applicants, Culture Yard is well suited to those seeking rapid progress and cultural immersion rather than a long academic credential. Prospective students should choose intensity and duration based on their language goals, check entry dates and visa requirements, and consider arranging local housing in advance. Studying in Dali also gives learners a chance to explore Yunnan's regional culture while building practical Mandarin skills for travel, work or further study in China.