I. General Introduction
1. Different Levels of Classes & Small Class Teaching
The Chinese Language Program is open to international students from all over the world, regardless of their prior Chinese language skills. The program is characterized by tiered teaching, with students divided into nine levels according to their Chinese proficiency. Students will be admitted to the corresponding Chinese proficiency class according to the results of the placement test for Chinese language learning. The program is traditionally based on small class size, with 15-20 students in each class, which can fully guarantee the time for each student to practice speaking in the classroom and achieve student-centered and personalized teaching.
2. Strong and Committed Teachers & Full Range of Curriculum
Beijing Normal University (BNU) has been carrying out education for international students since the 1960s and is one of the earliest universities in China to do so. Experienced teachers lead students to improve their Chinese communication skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, while also guiding them to gain a deeper understanding of China in terms of history, literature, geography, and other aspects. In addition to compulsory courses, the university also provides a wealth of elective courses, such as calligraphy, martial arts, Chinese tourism geography, and Chinese literature, aimed at enhancing students' interest in Chinese language learning and providing a broader understanding of Chinese culture.
3. Entertainment & Extracurricular Activity
The program provides students with a diverse range of extracurricular activities, such as attending Peking Opera and acrobatic performances, enjoying traditional Chinese music, participating in Chinese-language speech competitions, and exploring cultural landmarks through sightseeing trips. These experiences allow students to enrich their language proficiency and gain a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture outside the classroom.
II. Study Duration and Study Mode
The duration of study is one semester or one academic year. Different classes are arranged for beginners and students of advanced levels (Study in the School of International Chinese Language Education).Students will be placed in the appropriate class after a placement test upon registration.
Reference information：Program Introduction
III. Application Requirement
1. Applicants should be in good health and of good character, respect Chinese habits and customs, and abide by both Chinese Law & Regulations as well as the university’s Rules & Regulations.
2. Non-Chinese citizens aged between 18 and 45 with a valid foreign passport.
3. High school certificate or higher academic degree.
IV. Application Period
Fall Semester (starting in September 2025) : March 15, 2025 -- June 30, 2025
Spring Semester (starting in February 2025) : October 08, 2024 -- December 15, 2024
V. Application Procedures
1. Online application. Log on to Beijing Normal University Online Application System For International Students at https://international.bnu.edu.cn/, register and complete the application, upload the electronic version of the application documents according to the requirements in Part VI, and pay the application fee 450RMB.
2. Review. After submitting the application, it goes to the review process. Applicants may attend remote interviews if required.
3. Print the application form. Download and print the Application Form for International Students in the Online Application System of Beijing Normal University, which is automatically generated by the system after submitting the online application.
4. Sign and send the electronic application form. Please send the scanned signed application form to nondegree@bnu.edu.cn according to the instructions.
VI. Application Materials
1. BNU Application Form for International Student. Please log on to the Beijing Normal University International Student Online Application System (https://international.bnu.edu.cn/) and fill in the form online.
2. Passport Bio Page. Applicants who have a Chinese visa must provide the recent visa page.
3. Final Degree Certificate or Certificate of Enrollment.
4. Transcript of the final academic study period.
5. Non-criminal Record. Exchange students are not required to submit.
6. Application fee: 450 RMB (pay online).
* All application documents must be in Chinese or English. Please provide the notarized version of documents translated to Chinese or English from other languages.
* The application fee is non-refundable. It will not be returned regardless of whether the applicant is admitted by the institution.
* Applicants studying at a higher education institution in China during the application period, if admitted, must provide a completion or graduation certificate issued by that institution upon registration.
VII. Tuition Fee (Unit: RMB)
One semester: 11600 RMB;
One academic year: 22400 RMB.
VIII. Accommodation
Beijing Normal University International Student Apartment offers single and double rooms. Please refer to the website of the International Student Office of Beijing Normal University (http://iso.bnu.edu.cn/) for the fee information. After receiving the electronic admission letter, applicants can log on to https://bnu.17gz.org/ to apply online.
IX. Contact Information & Mailing address
Admission Office (International Students), Beijing Normal University
A103, Main Building, No. 19 Xinjiekouwai Street, Haidian District, Beijing, China 100875
E-mail: nondegree@bnu.edu.cn
Tel: 0086-10-58804345
