Putonghua Class

In the upcoming semester, the Language Center will introduce an “Elementary Putonghua Class” designed specifically for beginners in Putonghua. Whether you have an interest in Putonghua or aim to improve your daily communication skills, this course is an opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss! We will immerse you in the realm of Putonghua, exploring various aspects of daily life through the language.

Course Features：

• Specifically designed for beginners.
• Suitable for non-Chinese speaking students (limited proficiency in listening and writing Chinese).
• Assisted with English.
• Course content covers everyday conversations, Putonghua phonics, basic vocabulary, and grammar usage.
• Small class size for online teaching, ensuring sufficient interaction and guidance for each student.
• Upon completion of the course, you will be able to communicate in simple Putonghua, enhancing your confidence in using the language.

Course Details:

• Consists of ten lessons
• One lesson per week, each lesson lasts for 5 hours

(Every Friday from Feb 2 to Apr 19, 16:00 – 17:30)

Course Format：

• Online Zoom classes (students are required to have their webcam on during class for better interaction with the teacher)
• Learning materials will be provided on the OLE platform
• Taught in Cantonese and Putonghua (assisted with English)

Application Link:

• https://student.intranet.hkmu.edu.hk/ers/prod/ERS_detail.jsp?eid=008235&lang=eng&mode=all
• Deadline: Jan 18, 2024

Application Details:

• Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email within one week
• The course is free of charge, but a HKD 300 deposit is required (the deposit will be refunded to students who attend the entire course and achieve 80% or above attendance)
• Payment link for the deposit will be included in the confirmation email

Please note that limited slots are available, and submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email within one week. 

If you have any questions or need assistance regarding the course, please feel free to contact us (lc@hkmu.edu.hk)。