Chinese HSK 6 Advanced 1 Intensive
Advanced Chinese course focused on discussing current affairs, society and history, while developing understanding of Chinese media and authentic written texts.
What Advanced (C1+) Mandarin means
At C1+ Mandarin, learners can express complex ideas precisely, understand nuance and adapt their language to different contexts.
Qualify an argument
尽管这一论点总体上颇具说服力，却忽略了若干意料之外的后果。
While the argument is broadly convincing, it overlooks several unintended consequences.
Convey nuance
我质疑的并非提案本身，而是其仓促的实施方式。
I do not question the proposal itself, but rather the rushed way it is being implemented.
Adapt your register
鉴于所附的补充资料，烦请您重新考虑这一决定。
In light of the additional information attached, I would be grateful if you would reconsider this decision.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
This Advanced (C1+) course uses topics drawn from current affairs, traditional Chinese culture, history and literature. Units explore themes including social life, cultural heritage, travel, society, the natural world, classic reading, the human body and contemporary issues. The units are independent rather than sequential, so learners can join from different terms. Course work develops detailed discussion of social issues, historical events and current affairs, alongside comprehension of Chinese-language videos and news. It also extends reading practice through authentic writing such as magazines, websites and newspaper articles.
What you'll learn
- Discuss current affairs, social issues and historical events in detailed Chinese.
- Understand the main content of Chinese-language videos and news.
- Read authentic Chinese texts from magazines, websites and newspapers.
- Engage with themes from traditional Chinese culture, history and literature.
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for advanced learners, particularly those who have completed HSK Level 5 or can communicate independently in Chinese. The source also indicates that learners would ideally know at least 2,500 vocabulary items and be able to read 1,500 to 2,000 Hanzi without Pinyin.
- Designed for learners progressing beyond HSK Level 5.
- Independent speaking ability is expected by the course description.
- Units are not connected, allowing entry from different terms.
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Sat 23 Jan 2027
10:30 – 14:30 • 5 weeks
£400
2 Leman Street, Aldgate
Mandarin team
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