2027 Xi'an Jiaotong University Chinese Language Program (Xi'an)

Xi'an Jiaotong University (XJTU), founded in 1896, is a national key university directly under the administration of China's Ministry of Education. As one of China's top ten research-intensive universities and a member of the C9 League—China's equivalent of the Ivy League—it operates as a comprehensive research university, encompassing 11 major disciplinary categories, including science, engineering, medicine, economics, management, humanities, law, philosophy, art, education, and interdisciplinary studies. 4484 international students from 128 countries and regions are pursuing their studies at XJTU. In 2013, the university was designated by China's Ministry of Education as a “Demonstration Base for International Education”. In 2024, XJTU achieved the highest rating of Class A+ in the re-certification of higher education quality for international students in China. In the 2026 Best Chinese Universities Ranking, XJTU secured the 10th position.

I. Program Introduction

The Chinese Language Program at Xi’an Jiaotong University is designed to build a solid foundation in Chinese language and communication skills for international students. The curriculum incorporates Chinese culture into language teaching, fostering students’ intercultural competence. It also aims to enhance students’ performance on the HSK examination.

● Program Types:

February, 2027 to July, 2027 (spring semester)

February, 2027 to February, 2028 (spring semester)

September, 2027 to February, 2028 (autumn semester)

September, 2027 to July, 2028 (autumn semester)

*The specific start time will be specified on the admission letter.

● Curriculum

The course consists of 18-22 contact hours per week.

1. Core Course：Comprehensive Chinese, Chinese Listening & Speaking, Chinese Reading & Writing and HSK Tutorial.

2. Elective Course: Chinese Character Writing, Chinese Orthography, Calligraphy, Chinese Painting, Paper-Cutting Art, Tai Ji, Business Chinese, Chinese Poetry, Ancient Literature, Modern and Contemporary Literature, Modern Chinese Linguistics, History and Development of Chinese Characters, Appreciation of Film and Television, and Selection of Idioms, etc.

3. Chinese Language & Cultural Immersion Activities and Diversified Competitive Events.

●Program Level

To accurately assess the Chinese language proficiency of international students, the School of International Education will administer a placement test prior to the start of classes. Based on the test results, students will be placed in classes that match their proficiency levels. The Chinese language courses are categorized into three levels: elementary, intermediate, and advanced. International students with outstanding Chinese language proficiency may be eligible to enroll in undergraduate-level courses offered by the Chinese Language and Literature program.

The program level, course content and learning objectives are set as follows.

 ● Textbooks: Easy Learning Chinese‌ , Developing Chinese (the 3rd edition), HSK Standard Course, Understanding Contemporary China, self-compiled textbooks and handouts.

● Assessment: Student performance will be assessed through written and oral examinations, coursework, and class participation. The final grade is composed of approximately 50% continuous assessment, 40% final examination, and 10% attendance and classroom performance.

II. Program Completion

A formal transcript and certificate of completion will be issued to students who have successfully completed their courses.

III. Eligibility

1. Above 18 years old, under 45 years old, in good health condition

2. In possession of valid foreign ordinary passport

IV. Scholarships Policy

Students are eligible to apply for the International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship. For more information. Please visit: https://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/jxj/jxj/zgzfjxj.htm.

V. Application Deadlines

January 15, 2027 (spring semester)

August 15, 2027 (autumn semester)

The application may close early once the class quota is filled.

VI. Fees

1. Application Fee: RMB 500 for self-funded applicants; RMB 800 for scholarship applicants.

2. Tuition Fee: RMB 8,000 per semester; RMB 15,000 per academic year.

3. Registration Fee: RMB 400.

Refund Policy: https://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/info/1021/5554.htm

VII. Application Documents

1. Valid ordinary passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of enrollment)

2. Original Non-criminal Record within the validity period

3. Highest diploma (Chinese/English version)

4. Completed Original Physical Examination Record for Foreigners and Blood Test Report

The physical examination must cover ALL the items listed in the form. (Download at http://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/en/2.pdf and fill in Chinese or English.) The forms with incomplete records or without the suggestion and signature of the attending physician, an official cross-edge stamp of the hospital or a sealed photograph of the applicant are invalid. Please select the appropriate time to take a physical examination as the result is valid for only 6 months.

5. Chinese or English Certificate of Language Proficiency (if have)

*Applicants may be required to submit other documents.

VIII. Application Procedure

1. Log in to the online application system of School of International Education of XJTU (http://isso.xjtu.edu.cn/recruit/login) and create your own account.

2. Select “汉语进修项目/Chinese Language Program”, complete the online application form, and upload all the required documents as instructed by the system.

3. Pay the application fee (The system will automatically open the account for payment after you pass initial review.).

4. Confirm that the application is complete and await notification of the next steps.

Note: Applications must be submitted exclusively through the online system; hard copies will not be accepted.

IX. Other Information

1. On-campus accommodation is required in principle. For accommodation information: https://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/lhzb/zsjs.htm

2. Insurance must be purchased in accordance with university regulations.

X. Contact Information

Admission Office, School of International Education, A909 Yi Fu Foreign Language Building, Xi’an Jiaotong University, No. 28 Xianning West Road, Xi’an City Shaanxi Province, 710049, P.R. China

Email: jinfeifei@xjtu.edu.cn

Tel: 0086-29-82668063

Application system: http://isso.xjtu.edu.cn/recruit/login

School website: http://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/

University website: http://en.xjtu.edu.cn/

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