Chinese
The courses below are offered through the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures.
For questions about specific courses, contact the department.
Admission to Language Courses and Language Placement Test
Students who wish to begin study of a language at a level beyond first-term elementary and students who have had a break of a semester or more in their language study must pass a language placement test before registering. The test will be given on the Friday before the first day of classes. Please see the departmental website for additional information.
For questions about specific courses, contact the department.
Courses
Prerequisites: CHNS UN1010 Introductory Chinese A or the equivalent. The program is designed to develop basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing colloquial Chinese. This course is diivded into two parts: Introductory Chinese A and Introductory Chinese B. The two parts combined cover the same materials as CHNS 1101 FIRST YEAR CHINESE I and fulfill the requirement for admission to CHNS 1102 FIRST YEAR CHINESE II.
Course Number
CHNS1011C001Format
In-PersonPoints
3 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 13:10-14:15We 13:10-14:15Section/Call Number
001/14439Enrollment
11 of 15Instructor
Shaoyan QiPrerequisites: CHNS UN1010 Introductory Chinese A or the equivalent. The program is designed to develop basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing colloquial Chinese. This course is diivded into two parts: Introductory Chinese A and Introductory Chinese B. The two parts combined cover the same materials as CHNS 1101 FIRST YEAR CHINESE I and fulfill the requirement for admission to CHNS 1102 FIRST YEAR CHINESE II.
Course Number
CHNS1011C002Format
In-PersonPoints
3 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Tu 13:10-14:15Th 13:10-14:15Section/Call Number
002/14442Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Shaoyan QiThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 08:50-09:55Tu 08:50-09:55We 08:50-09:55Th 08:50-09:55Section/Call Number
001/14494Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Ling YanThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C002Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:15Tu 10:10-11:15We 10:10-11:15Th 10:10-11:15Section/Call Number
002/14495Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Chen WuThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C003Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 11:40-12:45Tu 11:40-12:45We 11:40-12:45Th 11:40-12:45Section/Call Number
003/14496Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Lingjun HuThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C004Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 14:40-15:45Tu 14:40-15:45We 14:40-15:45Th 14:40-15:45Section/Call Number
004/14497Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Yike LiThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C005Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 16:10-17:15Tu 16:10-17:15We 16:10-17:15Th 16:10-17:15Section/Call Number
005/14498Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Kaidi ChenThis course is designed for beginners of the Chinese langauge. The goal of the course is to develop basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing modern colloquial Chinese. Students who can already speak Mandarin will not be accepted into this course.
Course Number
CHNS1101C006Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 13:10-14:15Tu 13:10-14:15We 13:10-14:15Th 13:10-14:15Section/Call Number
006/14499Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Tianqi JiangCourse Number
CHNS1111C001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:25We 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14500Enrollment
7 of 15Instructor
Tianqi JiangCourse Number
CHNS1111C002Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 16:10-17:25We 16:10-17:25Th 16:10-17:25Section/Call Number
002/14501Enrollment
12 of 15Instructor
Hailong WangCourse Number
CHNS1111C003Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 13:10-14:25Tu 13:10-14:25Th 13:10-14:25Section/Call Number
003/14502Enrollment
2 of 15Instructor
Tao PengSecond Year Chinese I, CHNS2201UN, 4 points. You are required to take First Year Chinese II, CHNS2202UN, 4 points with this course.
Instructor: Lingjun Hu
Prerequisites: One (1) year of college-level Chinese or the equivalent
Texts: Jingua Chinese (Columbia University staff, published by Peking University Press; traditional and simplified characters)
Consolidates and develops language skills used in everyday communication. Texts are presented in the form of a narrative that provides language situations, sentence patterns, word usage, and cultural information. Comprehensive exercises rely on highly structured practice in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Semi-formal and literary styles are introduced in later lessons as transition to more advanced levels of Chinese language study. The first half of the course emphasizes skills for conducting everyday tasks such as shopping, making telephone calls, seeing a doctor, or looking for a job. The second half focuses on aspects of Chinese culture: the social norms of politeness and gift-giving, traditions such as inter-generational relationships and marriage ceremonies, customs such as special foods and holidays. While providing practical training, the course aims to raise the student's linguistic competence in preparation for advanced studies in Mandarin.
To enroll in this course, you must apply to the Virtual Columbia Summer Chinese Language program through the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE). Global Learning Scholarships available. Tuition charges apply.
Please note the program dates are different from the Summer Term A & B dates.
Course Number
CHNS2201C001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:15Tu 10:10-11:15We 10:10-11:15Th 10:10-11:15Section/Call Number
001/14513Enrollment
6 of 15Instructor
Shaoyan QiSecond Year Chinese I, CHNS2201UN, 4 points. You are required to take First Year Chinese II, CHNS2202UN, 4 points with this course.
Instructor: Lingjun Hu
Prerequisites: One (1) year of college-level Chinese or the equivalent
Texts: Jingua Chinese (Columbia University staff, published by Peking University Press; traditional and simplified characters)
Consolidates and develops language skills used in everyday communication. Texts are presented in the form of a narrative that provides language situations, sentence patterns, word usage, and cultural information. Comprehensive exercises rely on highly structured practice in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Semi-formal and literary styles are introduced in later lessons as transition to more advanced levels of Chinese language study. The first half of the course emphasizes skills for conducting everyday tasks such as shopping, making telephone calls, seeing a doctor, or looking for a job. The second half focuses on aspects of Chinese culture: the social norms of politeness and gift-giving, traditions such as inter-generational relationships and marriage ceremonies, customs such as special foods and holidays. While providing practical training, the course aims to raise the student's linguistic competence in preparation for advanced studies in Mandarin.
To enroll in this course, you must apply to the Virtual Columbia Summer Chinese Language program through the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE). Global Learning Scholarships available. Tuition charges apply.
Please note the program dates are different from the Summer Term A & B dates.
Course Number
CHNS2201C002Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 11:40-12:45Tu 11:40-12:45We 11:40-12:45Th 11:40-12:45Section/Call Number
002/14514Enrollment
11 of 15Instructor
Jia XuSecond Year Chinese I, CHNS2201UN, 4 points. You are required to take First Year Chinese II, CHNS2202UN, 4 points with this course.
Instructor: Lingjun Hu
Prerequisites: One (1) year of college-level Chinese or the equivalent
Texts: Jingua Chinese (Columbia University staff, published by Peking University Press; traditional and simplified characters)
Consolidates and develops language skills used in everyday communication. Texts are presented in the form of a narrative that provides language situations, sentence patterns, word usage, and cultural information. Comprehensive exercises rely on highly structured practice in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Semi-formal and literary styles are introduced in later lessons as transition to more advanced levels of Chinese language study. The first half of the course emphasizes skills for conducting everyday tasks such as shopping, making telephone calls, seeing a doctor, or looking for a job. The second half focuses on aspects of Chinese culture: the social norms of politeness and gift-giving, traditions such as inter-generational relationships and marriage ceremonies, customs such as special foods and holidays. While providing practical training, the course aims to raise the student's linguistic competence in preparation for advanced studies in Mandarin.
To enroll in this course, you must apply to the Virtual Columbia Summer Chinese Language program through the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE). Global Learning Scholarships available. Tuition charges apply.
Please note the program dates are different from the Summer Term A & B dates.
Course Number
CHNS2201C003Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 13:10-14:15Tu 13:10-14:15We 13:10-14:15Th 13:10-14:15Section/Call Number
003/14515Enrollment
15 of 15Instructor
Yike LiSecond Year Chinese I, CHNS2201UN, 4 points. You are required to take First Year Chinese II, CHNS2202UN, 4 points with this course.
Instructor: Lingjun Hu
Prerequisites: One (1) year of college-level Chinese or the equivalent
Texts: Jingua Chinese (Columbia University staff, published by Peking University Press; traditional and simplified characters)
Consolidates and develops language skills used in everyday communication. Texts are presented in the form of a narrative that provides language situations, sentence patterns, word usage, and cultural information. Comprehensive exercises rely on highly structured practice in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Semi-formal and literary styles are introduced in later lessons as transition to more advanced levels of Chinese language study. The first half of the course emphasizes skills for conducting everyday tasks such as shopping, making telephone calls, seeing a doctor, or looking for a job. The second half focuses on aspects of Chinese culture: the social norms of politeness and gift-giving, traditions such as inter-generational relationships and marriage ceremonies, customs such as special foods and holidays. While providing practical training, the course aims to raise the student's linguistic competence in preparation for advanced studies in Mandarin.
To enroll in this course, you must apply to the Virtual Columbia Summer Chinese Language program through the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE). Global Learning Scholarships available. Tuition charges apply.
Please note the program dates are different from the Summer Term A & B dates.
Course Number
CHNS2201C004Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 14:40-15:45Tu 14:40-15:45We 14:40-15:45Th 14:40-15:45Section/Call Number
004/14516Enrollment
4 of 15Instructor
Yanwen WuSecond Year Chinese I, CHNS2201UN, 4 points. You are required to take First Year Chinese II, CHNS2202UN, 4 points with this course.
Instructor: Lingjun Hu
Prerequisites: One (1) year of college-level Chinese or the equivalent
Texts: Jingua Chinese (Columbia University staff, published by Peking University Press; traditional and simplified characters)
Consolidates and develops language skills used in everyday communication. Texts are presented in the form of a narrative that provides language situations, sentence patterns, word usage, and cultural information. Comprehensive exercises rely on highly structured practice in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Semi-formal and literary styles are introduced in later lessons as transition to more advanced levels of Chinese language study. The first half of the course emphasizes skills for conducting everyday tasks such as shopping, making telephone calls, seeing a doctor, or looking for a job. The second half focuses on aspects of Chinese culture: the social norms of politeness and gift-giving, traditions such as inter-generational relationships and marriage ceremonies, customs such as special foods and holidays. While providing practical training, the course aims to raise the student's linguistic competence in preparation for advanced studies in Mandarin.
To enroll in this course, you must apply to the Virtual Columbia Summer Chinese Language program through the Center for Undergraduate Global Engagement (UGE). Global Learning Scholarships available. Tuition charges apply.
Please note the program dates are different from the Summer Term A & B dates.
Course Number
CHNS2201C005Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 18:10-19:15Tu 18:10-19:15We 18:10-19:15Th 18:10-19:15Section/Call Number
005/14517Enrollment
16 of 15Instructor
Kaidi ChenCourse Number
CHNS2221C001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 12:10-13:25Tu 12:10-13:25Th 12:10-13:25Section/Call Number
001/14493Enrollment
7 of 15Instructor
Yuan-Yuan MengThird Year Chinese I, CHNS3003UN, 5 points. You are required to take Third Year Chinese II, CHNS3004UN, 5 points with this course.
Welcome to the Advanced Chinese course, intended for students who've completed two years of college-level Chinese, one year as heritage learners, or equivalent. This comprehensive study enriches understanding of the language and culture, utilizing a broad spectrum of content. Topics include Chinese mythologies, historical figures, ancient philosophers, Chinese idiomatic expressions, and the art of calligraphy. Students will examine works by contemporary Chinese writers, and be introduced to renowned texts like 'The Story of the Three Kingdoms' and 'The Story of the Stone.' Discussions on Chinese women and society provide a sociological angle. By reinforcing linguistic ability and broadening cultural perspective, students will gain the knowledge and competence needed for effective communication in advanced Chinese and deeper engagement with Chinese culture.
Course Number
CHNS3003W001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:15Tu 10:10-11:15We 10:10-11:15Th 10:10-11:15Section/Call Number
001/15339Enrollment
6 of 15Instructor
Jia XuThird Year Chinese I, CHNS3003UN, 5 points. You are required to take Third Year Chinese II, CHNS3004UN, 5 points with this course.
Welcome to the Advanced Chinese course, intended for students who've completed two years of college-level Chinese, one year as heritage learners, or equivalent. This comprehensive study enriches understanding of the language and culture, utilizing a broad spectrum of content. Topics include Chinese mythologies, historical figures, ancient philosophers, Chinese idiomatic expressions, and the art of calligraphy. Students will examine works by contemporary Chinese writers, and be introduced to renowned texts like 'The Story of the Three Kingdoms' and 'The Story of the Stone.' Discussions on Chinese women and society provide a sociological angle. By reinforcing linguistic ability and broadening cultural perspective, students will gain the knowledge and competence needed for effective communication in advanced Chinese and deeper engagement with Chinese culture.
Course Number
CHNS3003W002Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 13:10-14:15Tu 13:10-14:15We 13:10-14:15Th 13:10-14:15Section/Call Number
002/15340Enrollment
1 of 15Instructor
Lingjun HuThird Year Chinese I, CHNS3003UN, 5 points. You are required to take Third Year Chinese II, CHNS3004UN, 5 points with this course.
Welcome to the Advanced Chinese course, intended for students who've completed two years of college-level Chinese, one year as heritage learners, or equivalent. This comprehensive study enriches understanding of the language and culture, utilizing a broad spectrum of content. Topics include Chinese mythologies, historical figures, ancient philosophers, Chinese idiomatic expressions, and the art of calligraphy. Students will examine works by contemporary Chinese writers, and be introduced to renowned texts like 'The Story of the Three Kingdoms' and 'The Story of the Stone.' Discussions on Chinese women and society provide a sociological angle. By reinforcing linguistic ability and broadening cultural perspective, students will gain the knowledge and competence needed for effective communication in advanced Chinese and deeper engagement with Chinese culture.
Course Number
CHNS3003W003Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 14:40-15:45Tu 14:40-15:45We 14:40-15:45Th 14:40-15:45Section/Call Number
003/15341Enrollment
2 of 15Instructor
Zhirong WangThird Year Chinese I, CHNS3003UN, 5 points. You are required to take Third Year Chinese II, CHNS3004UN, 5 points with this course.
Welcome to the Advanced Chinese course, intended for students who've completed two years of college-level Chinese, one year as heritage learners, or equivalent. This comprehensive study enriches understanding of the language and culture, utilizing a broad spectrum of content. Topics include Chinese mythologies, historical figures, ancient philosophers, Chinese idiomatic expressions, and the art of calligraphy. Students will examine works by contemporary Chinese writers, and be introduced to renowned texts like 'The Story of the Three Kingdoms' and 'The Story of the Stone.' Discussions on Chinese women and society provide a sociological angle. By reinforcing linguistic ability and broadening cultural perspective, students will gain the knowledge and competence needed for effective communication in advanced Chinese and deeper engagement with Chinese culture.
Course Number
CHNS3003W004Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 16:10-17:15Tu 16:10-17:15We 16:10-17:15Th 16:10-17:15Section/Call Number
004/15342Enrollment
9 of 15Instructor
Yanwen WuPrerequisites: CHNS C1222 or F1222, or the equivalent. Admission after Chinese placement exam and an oral proficiency interview with the instructor. Especially designed for students who possess good speaking ability and who wish to acquire practical writing skills as well as business-related vocabulary and speech patterns. Introduction to semiformal and formal Chinese used in everyday writing and social or business-related occasions. Simplified characters are introduced.
Course Number
CHNS3005W001Format
In-PersonPoints
5 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:25We 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14605Enrollment
5 of 15Instructor
Hailong WangThe Business Chinese I course is designed to prepare students to use Chinese in a present or future work situation. Students will develop skills in the practical principles of grammar, vocabulary, and cross-cultural understanding needed in today’s business world.
Course Number
CHNS4012W001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:25Tu 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14492Enrollment
15 of 15Instructor
Zhong Qi ShiCourse Number
CHNS4014W001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 09:10-10:25Tu 09:10-10:25Th 09:10-10:25Section/Call Number
001/14488Enrollment
2 of 15Instructor
Yuan-Yuan MengPrerequisites: Third Year Chinese or the equivalent The course is designed to help students master formal Chinese for professional or academic purposes. It includes reading materials and discussions of selections from Chinese media on contemporary topics, Chinese literature, and modern Chinese intellectual history. The course aims to enhance students' strategies for comprehension, as well as their written and oral communication skills in formal modern Chinese.
Course Number
CHNS4015G001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:25We 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/15068Enrollment
6 of 15Instructor
Ling YanPrerequisites: CHNS W4006 or the equivalent. This is a non-consecutive reading course designed for those whose proficiency is above 4th level. See Admission to Language Courses. Selections from contemporary Chinese authors in both traditional and simplified characters with attention to expository, journalistic, and literary styles.
Course Number
CHNS4017W001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 11:40-12:55We 11:40-12:55Fr 11:40-12:55Section/Call Number
001/14589Enrollment
7 of 15Instructor
Chen WuThe evolution of the Chinese language. Topics include historical phonology, the Chinese script, the classical and literary languages, the standard language and major dialects, language and society, etc.
Course Number
CHNS4019W001Format
In-PersonPoints
3 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Tu 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14487Enrollment
7 of 15Instructor
Zhirong WangAdvanced Business Chinese is designed to help students who have studied at least three years of Chinese (or the equivalent) to achieve greater proficiency in the oral and written use of the language and gain knowledge in depth about China’s business environment and proven strategies. Student will critically examine the successes and failures of firms within the Chinese business arena.
Course Number
CHNS4112W001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 11:40-12:55Tu 11:40-12:55Th 11:40-12:55Section/Call Number
001/14491Enrollment
7 of 15Instructor
Zhong Qi ShiCourse Number
CHNS4301W001Format
In-PersonPoints
3 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Mo 10:10-11:05We 10:10-11:05Fr 10:10-11:05Section/Call Number
001/14486Enrollment
8 of 15Instructor
Lening LiuCourse Number
CHNS4507W001Format
In-PersonPoints
3 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Tu 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14534Enrollment
6 of 20Instructor
Wei Shangupdating...
Course Number
CHNS4516G001Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Tu 10:10-11:25Th 10:10-11:25Section/Call Number
001/14489Enrollment
4 of 15Instructor
Lening Liuupdating...
Course Number
CHNS4516G002Format
In-PersonPoints
4 ptsFall 2024
Times/Location
Tu 11:40-12:55Th 11:40-12:55Section/Call Number
002/14490Enrollment
1 of 15Instructor
Tao PengIn this graduate seminar course, students will be asked to study original sources including inscriptions, texts, and archaeological data in order to discuss a series of issues in late Bronze-Age economy.