Courses

Understand and use basic phrases, introduce yourself, and ask and answer simple questions using pinyin, tones, and basic characters.

0–80 prior hours

Manage everyday situations, take part in conversations on familiar topics, and read and write short texts using an expanding range of characters.

100–180 prior hours

Participate in extended discussions, understand spoken and written Mandarin, and communicate effectively for study, work, or travel.

200+ prior hours