Long-term Chinese Language Program

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is May 26, 2027. The tuition fee is 1,041 USD per semester.

The Long-term Chinese Language Program at Qingdao University of Science & Technology is for students who want to study Chinese for a semester. This non-degree program helps students improve their Chinese skills. It's a great way to learn about Chinese culture and language.

The program teaches students Chinese language and culture. Students learn how to read, write, and speak Chinese. They also practice Chinese conversation and learn about Chinese customs.

After completing the program, students can work as Chinese language teachers, translators, or interpreters. They can also work in international business or tourism. Some students may work as cultural consultants or Chinese language testers.

Qingdao University of Science and Technology, founded in 1950 and based in Qingdao, is a multidisciplinary institution with a pronounced emphasis on engineering, chemical technology and applied sciences. QUST has expanded across multiple campuses and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supported by a strong research portfolio that includes national engineering laboratories, key provincial centers and collaborations with industry. The university has developed a reputation for practical talent cultivation and industry-university-research cooperation.

QUST supports internationalization through partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide and offers joint programs such as Sino-foreign cooperative colleges and dual training schemes. The university houses extensive facilities, a large library collection and research platforms that attract faculty with national honors and expertise. International students can access single-room accommodation equipped with essentials like heating, TV and internet, and benefit from dedicated support for academic and daily life.

Students at QUST gain opportunities to engage with applied research projects, technology transfer initiatives and entrepreneurship programs that have produced several spin-off companies. Career services, internship links and industry partnerships enhance employability in engineering, materials, chemical industries and related fields. Prospective international applicants should review program specializations, explore research groups aligned with their interests and prepare documentation for admission and visa procedures well in advance.