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Study path · Oman to China

Chinese language

Mandarin courses at Chinese universities, from a few weeks to a full year.

Who it's for

Who this path suits

Learn Mandarin where it is spoken: an intensive summer course, a semester or a full language year at a university's language centre, a common first step before a degree taught in Chinese.

  • Students
  • Parents
  • Schools & institutions
  1. Future degree students

    Students preparing for a degree taught in Chinese, who need the language first.

  2. Summer and gap-year learners

    School and university students who want a summer, a semester or a year of Mandarin.

  3. Schools & colleges

    Institutions sending a supervised group on a language course.

What's included

Support at every step

Your consultation confirms exactly what is included.

  • University language classes

    Classes at a university language centre, placed by level, from complete beginners up.

  • Certificate

    A certificate from the host language centre at the end of the course.

  • Student housing

    A room in student residences or close by, arranged before you arrive.

  • Enrolment & visa guidance

    Help with the application, the admission letter and each visa step.

  • Culture beyond class

    Weekend visits that turn new words into real conversations.

  • Support in Arabic

    One contact for students and parents, from the first day of classes on.

Programs

1 program on this path

How it works

From the first conversation to the first semester

  1. Step 1: Consultation

    Tell us about the student's goals, grades and timing in a short call or through the form.

  2. Step 2: Your study plan

    We suggest the path, the universities and a timeline, with clear next steps.

  3. Step 3: Application & visa

    We help with the application, the admission letter and the student visa, and arrange housing and travel.

  4. Step 4: Arrive with support

    We welcome students on arrival and stay in touch with them and their families.

FAQ

Questions we're often asked

More answers in the Student guide

Not always. Many universities teach some degrees in English, while degrees taught in Chinese usually ask for a language certificate. A language course or a foundation year can get you there first. Requirements differ by university and course, so we check them for each application.

There are different kinds of scholarship, offered by governments, universities and cities, and some cover tuition, housing or a monthly allowance. Eligibility and deadlines change every year, so always confirm the details with the official sources. We help you find the ones that fit and prepare your application.

Many courses start in September, and some also in the spring. Applications often close months before, so starting about a year ahead leaves time for documents, scholarships and the visa. Dates vary by university, and we confirm them for each one.

It depends on your goals, your current level and how long you want to stay. In a consultation we look at your grades, interests and Chinese, then suggest a degree, a language course, a foundation year or a short program, and the universities that fit.

Families have one contact at our Muscat office who speaks Arabic, and we share each key step of the application, travel and arrival with them. Students also have a contact in their city for practical help.

Book a consultation

Ready to talk about your studies?

Tell us about the student, their goals and timing, and we'll arrange a consultation about Chinese language.

Book a consultation