HSK Preparation Course
Program description
HSK Preparation Course is suitable for those who plan to take HSK exam soon.
You can choose from a variety of our HSK preparation programs depending on how much time you have, and which HSK level you are aiming to pass.
When
Flexible schedule
Where
Beijing, Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou, Chengdu, online
Capacity*
Private: 1 student /class
Group: 2-8 students /class
Group: 2-8 students /class
Price
Group: from RMB115/class
Private: from RMB200/class
*You can choose private or group classes.
About
course highlights
HSK certificate is a powerful tool that can help you enter China’s Universities, or get a dream job
We can also help you with exam registration, putting together all the documents you need
The classes are focused on the HSK texts and tasks to help you prepare and pass the test, HSK1 to HSK6
Private or group classes
Intensive or part-time schedule
Online classes available
HSK Course Features
Program details
Experienced teachers
Lesson content is customized to your needs, based on your interests and goals.
Online System
You can preview and review your HSK lessons anytime and anywhere with our online platform.
Unique Teaching Methods
We focus not only on the HSK test, but also on your verbal skills.
Current HSK System
and its alignment with That’s Mandarin classes
HSK
Level
Level
TM
Level
Level
Vocabulary
count
count
# of private
1on1 classes
1on1 classes
# of group
intensive classes
intensive classes
# of group
part-time classes
part-time classes
Visa
points
points
HSK 1
TM 1
TM 2
TM 2
HSK 1: 150 new words
TM 1: 500+ words
TM 2: 500+ words
TM 1: 500+ words
TM 2: 500+ words
32 classes
per 1 TM level
per 1 TM level
80 classes
(4 weeks)
per 1 TM Level
(4 weeks)
per 1 TM Level
64 classes
(16 weeks)
per 1 TM Level
(16 weeks)
per 1 TM Level
1 visa point
HSK 2
TM 3
TM 4
TM 4
HSK 2: 300 new words
TM 3: 500+ words
TM 4: 500+ words
TM 3: 500+ words
TM 4: 500+ words
2 visa points
HSK 3
TM 5
TM 6
TM 6
HSK 3: 600 new words
TM 5: 500+ words
TM 6: 500+ words
TM 5: 500+ words
TM 6: 500+ words
3 visa points
HSK 4
TM 7
TM 8
TM 8
HSK 4: 1200 new words
TM 7: 500+ words
TM 8: 500+ words
TM 7: 500+ words
TM 8: 500+ words
4 visa points
HSK 5
TM 9-12
HSK 5: 2500 new words
TM 9-12: 1000+ words
TM 9-12: 1000+ words
custom
custom
custom
5 visa points
HSK 6
TM 13-16*
HSK 6: 5000 new words
TM13-16: 1000+ new words
TM13-16: 1000+ new words
custom
custom
custom
5 visa points
Students Say
see what our students say about the classes
“I love my Chinese classes at That’s Mandarin because groups are very small… so the teacher can help you improve your Chinese very quickly”
– Theo, France
HSK Preparation Course in 5 Cities & Online
choose your course location
Beijing
Shanghai
Suzhou
Hangzhou
Chengdu
Online
HSK Preparation Course Pricing
from 115 RMB/class
Intensive Group HSK Classes
starting from
RMB115/class
- 5 days a week
- Monday to Friday
- 4 classes a day, 08:30-12:00
- 4-8 students per class
- 24/7 access to online platform
- Visa support available
Part-time Group HSK Classes
starting from
RMB115/class
- 2 days a week
- Mon-Wed, or Tue-Thu
- 2 classes a day (morning or evening)
- 4-8 students per class
- 24/7 access to online platform
Private 1on1 HSK Classes
starting from
RMB200/class
- flexible schedule
- personalized content
- 1 student per class
- 24/7 access to online platform
- Visa support available
All Set to Make Your Learning More Efficient
resources to help you make the most out of your time
The Best Teachers
All our teachers are university graduates who’ve completed our internal training. Rest assured you’re in good hands — we only hire 5% or all applicants
Digital Class Notes & Materials
All the materials you’ve studied in class, including the notes taken by your teacher on a digital whiteboard, will be available in your NihaoCafe account 24/7
Illustrated Textbook of Your Level
Apart from the digital materials, you will also get a paperback textbook. Review all the vocabulary, grammar, and dialogues from class, and practice with unique exercises
FAQs
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What is HSK Test?
HSK stands for Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (汉语水平考试) or the Chinese proficiency exam. It’s an international standardized exam that evaluates the Chinese language abilities of non-native Chinese speakers. There are 6 HSK levels which determine the different stages of a learner’s fluency in daily, academic or professional application of the Chinese language.
Which HSK Level to take?
Normally if you don’t have a target, we suggest you aim to pass the HSK 4. HSK 1 and HSK 2 are based on survival Chinese; HSK 3 and HSK 4 are focused on topics related to work, life and study; HSK 5 and HSK 6 are geared towards news, movies and more work-related topics. Most Chinese universities and companies require foreign students and staff to get at least HSK 4.
What is HSK Level 1 about?
Students at this level have had little to no previous experience with Chinese. Level 1 will begin with essential survival Chinese, immediately applicable to daily life.After the first few classes, students should be able to put together basic sentences on topics such as food, transportation, and shopping.Students completing this level will have a vocabulary of approximately 150 words .
What is HSK Level 2 about?
Students at this level are able to talk about the basic daily life functions in Chinese. Level 2 will focus on sentence structure, retelling basic stories, and some simple grammar.Students who complete this level should be able to express themselves on a range of everyday topics, such as the weather, their family and life in China.They should have a vocabulary of approximately 300 words .
What is HSK Level 3 about?
Students at this level are able to confidently communicate with native speakers regarding all basic aspects of everyday life in Chinese and can do so with a minimal number of mistakes.Students will be able to express opinions on simple topics and explain the reasoning behind their opinions.At this stage, they should be able to use and understand approximately 600 words .
What is HSK Level 4 about?
Students at this level should feel comfortable commenting on a wide range of subjects and issues related to life, study, and work, although they may still lack precise vocabulary in some specialized topics.They should be able to communicate with native Chinese speakers with ease, in daily life or while traveling. They should have a vocabulary of approximately 1200 words .
What is HSK Level 5 about?
Students at this level are able to converse at relative fluency on a vast range of topics in their life and in their workplace.They will be able to use some idiomatic expressions in Chinese exchanges. They should be able to read simple passages in Chinese and understand the content of Chinese films and TV shows, and to use and recognize a vocabulary of approximately 2500 words .
What is HSK Level 6 about?
Students at this level will be able to talk about nearly any topic, particularly areas of their specialization, with only minor mistakes or confusion.They should have strong conversational skills and be able to understand a large portion of the language used in Chinese news, films and TV shows. They should have mastered a vocabulary of approximately 5000 words .
How does That’s Mandarin level system correspond with HSK levels?
Our curriculum is in sync with the current HSK level system. You can learn more about our level system here.
When is the best time to apply for a course?
We recommend applying at least 3 months in advance to guarantee you will get a spot in a program of your choice, with your preferred schedule. By applying early, you can also benefit from our early bird discount. Besides, you will need to apply for a Chinese visa at least 30 days in advance and longer if you are applying for a student X2 visa (for long-term Chinese courses only).
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