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Chinese Language Short Courses 2026
Updated: Aug 6
Chinese Language Short Courses 2026
The Confucius Institute will offer Chinese language short courses in the second semester of2026, as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine related classes. All our classes are dependent on student numbers; if we do not have a minimum number of 5 students who register, we will not open a class.
The registration link is provided below each course description. We also offer Traditional Chinese Medicine treatments as well as Chinese Tea tasting which can be booked online.
For the Chinese courses, please note that the levels need to be taken one at a time and in order. When signing up, only sign up for one course at a time.
To know more about us, please go to our website: http://confucius.uwc.ac.za, or visit us on the second floor of B Block, UWC campus.
TERM 3：19 August – 1 October
TERM 4：5 October – 13 November
Beginners Chinese
This course is based on the HSK 1 standard course material.
The Chinese Proficiency Test is the standardized test for assessing Standard Chinese language proficiency in Mainland China among non-native speakers. This test is a requirement for those planning to study in China. HSK currently consists of nine levels, this course focuses on the first level. Completing this level will provide you with a solid foundation for future studies and enable you to engage in basic conversations in Chinese. There is a R100 course fee for UWC students,R800 for outside learners.
Time: Monday to Friday 13:00-14:00
Venue: C3
Contact information: hsun@uwc.ac.za
Duration: 1 semester
Registration link: https://forms.gle/n2wGwNb9mysz8VWs8
Pre-Intermediate Chinese
This course combines the HSK 2 course with the Experiencing Chinese Textbook content.
If you have basic Chinese skills and wish to enhance them or if you have completed HSK 1, feel free to join us as we work together to improve our Chinese language skills! A deposit of R100 for the course books is required in cash on the first day, and it will be refunded if you attend most classes or return the books to us.
Time: Monday to Friday 13:00-14:00
Venue: C10
Contact information: whugo@uwc.ac.za
Duration: 1 semester
Registration link: https://forms.gle/HYKYzPF8HWaHoXYn9
Intermediate Chinese and above
Please contact us for more information on higher levels of Chinese (HSK 3 and above) if you are a new student.
Contact information: whugo@uwc.ac.za
Baduanjin Exercise
Join us for Baduanjin Exercise, a self-care wellness exercise for those who exert themselves in ways that might cause physical and spiritual problems, who work at computers or stand by machines all day long, who travel often and do not have time to eat regularly and who suffer from certain tensions that cause fatigue. This mindful and coordinated exercise is suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Please remember to wear loose and comfortable clothes and shoes for this class.
Time: Every Wednesday, 13:10-13:50
Venue: Outside the office, between A Block and B Block（Outside of the writing center）
Contact information: ltang@uwc.ac.za
Duration: 1 semester
Registration link: https://forms.gle/8HPCwFtRFBzXQ2Uv8
Basic Theories of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (Semester 2)
Are you a CHS student? Or a medical student? Or interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine?Then this class is for you!
We will learn some basic knowledge of Chinese medicine for the first 30 minutes. The following 15 minutes will be spent learning Daoyin Exercise, an ancient Chinese health-preserving qigong exercise that seamlessly combines physical activity with meditation. This gentle and flowing exercise is suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced practitioner, our classes are designed to accommodate all levels. Remember to dress in clothes that do not hinder your movement.
Everyone is welcome to join!
Time: Friday, 11:15-12:00
Venue: B Block, 2nd floor, Global Hub
Contact information: ltang@uwc.ac.za
Registration link:https://forms.gle/5bwqv29o8a2hXDLi8
Online Chinese Language Short Course 2026
The Confucius Institute at the University of the Western Cape will offer Online Chinese language short courses in the first semester of 2026:
HSK 1
We are offering a Chinese course called HSK 1. The Chinese Proficiency Test is the standardized test for assessing Standard Chinese language proficiency in Mainland China among non-native speakers. This test is a requirement for those planning to study in China. HSK currently consists of nine levels, this course focuses on the first level. Completing this level will provide you with a solid foundation for future studies and enable you to engage in basic conversations in Chinese. There is a R100 course fee for UWC students, R800 for outside learners. The course fee includes the textbook and the practice book.
Time: Monday and Thursday; 17:00-18:30
Duration: 1 Semester
Contact information: cwu@uwc.ac.za
Registration link: https://forms.gle/vVxdCR2Sf241e6ieA
HSK 2
This course combines the HSK 2 course with the Experiencing Chinese Textbook content.
We offer the second level of the Chinese Proficiency Test course, HSK 2. If you have basic Chinese skills and wish to enhance them or if you have completed HSK 1, feel free to join us as we work together to improve our Chinese language skills! There is a R100 course fee for UWC students, R800 for outside learners. The course fee includes the textbook and the practice book.
Time: Monday and Thursday; 17:00-18:30
Duration: 1 Semester
Contact information: whugo@uwc.ac.za
Registration link: https://forms.gle/R6hT3t4YfshNe8cF9
Services
Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatments
Book online:
For new appointments: 13:00-15:00 on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00-13:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00-12:00 on Fridays (R150 per session)
For follow-up appointments: 10:00-11:00, every morning from Monday to Friday (R150 per session)
Chinese Tea tasting
Book online:
Please book online for your special FREE Chinese tea tasting experience. You can also visit our Chinese tea shop after your tea tasting.
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