Chinese 3 (A1 → A1+)
With this Chinese language course you will increase your speaking skills. You learn to make appointments, indicate time and have simple conversations. You work towards level A1+.
About the Chinese 3 Course
Are you ready to take the next step in learning Chinese? In the Chinese 3 course, you’ll learn how to make plans to do things together, such as going to the movies, having coffee, or visiting friends. You’ll also learn how to ask about someone’s birthday, congratulate someone, and apologize in Chinese. In addition, you’ll be introduced to a number of important grammar rules. Among other things, you’ll learn how to use time expressions, form numbers from 11 to 100, and construct different types of sentences.
In 9 Chinese lessons:
- you’ll learn about 250 commonly used Chinese words;
- you can write and recognize approximately 80 Chinese characters;
- you pronounce numbers above 100 correctly;
- specify the times and dates;
- ask others questions about their studies and background;
- make simple arrangements with people.
In this Chinese language course, you will work toward achieving language level A1+. You will become increasingly confident in expressing yourself in Chinese and will be able to communicate more effectively with others.
Time investment
Sessions
This course consists of 9 meetings.
Lesson duration
Each class lasts 90 minutes.
Frequency
In this course, you will have classes once a week.
Self-study
You spend 3 to 4 hours per week on self-study.
Who is it for?
This course is for anyone who wants to strengthen their basic Chinese and communicate more confidently. You really want to use the language in practice, for example while traveling or for work. You can start this course if you have completed Course Chinese 2 at Babel or if you have achieved A1 level through other means. The language during the course is Dutch and the textbook is in English. During the course you will work actively and independently on your learning goals, both in class and during self-study.
Determine your language level
Would you like to know which course is best suited to your language level? We would be happy to help you! Take our free placement test and receive personal advice so that you get the most out of the course.
Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.
Private lesson
One-on-one
Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.
Business
With your colleagues
Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.
Schedule
View the schedule for the different start dates here:
Pricing
Course price: € 345,-
Excluding course materials
A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.
Method
Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your learning style, pace and level. Curious about how we design this course?
Approach
You work alternately in class, in pairs and individually. Each lesson starts with a review of the previous meeting and discussion of homework. Then you actively practice speaking, listening and writing in realistic situations.
Teaching Materials
You work with the book New Practical Chinese Reader vol.1 Textbook and Workbook, supplemented by audiovisual materials and apps. This way you will learn the language in a modern and practical way. Before the start of the course, we will inform you how you can easily order the learning materials, so that you can start your lesson well prepared.
Teachers
You will be taught by an experienced teacher who will personally guide you and help you get the best out of yourself. The open atmosphere allows you to learn not only from the teacher, but also from the experiences of other students.
Certificate of Participation
You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.
Do you have a question?
info@babel.nl 
030 227 0008 
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