About this Event
Join us for this Easter Intensive Business Chinese Course for 2024
WEEK 1: Monday April 22nd - Thursday April 25th
Each day will run from 10:00 - 16:20 with a lunch period in between
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Please see the course timetables below:
Course Descriptions:
Language Class
This course is designed for those who want to have an intensive training for Chinese language. It covers all aspects of language learning, i.e. listening, speaking, reading and writing. Your Chinese language proficiency will be greatly improved after this two-week intensive practicing.
Language Practice Tutorials
This course will focus on the practice of the Mandarin learning. The teacher will give the proper questions and practice according to the students’ level. And after discussing and doing the practice, the students will have a better understanding about the HSK test and Mandarin.
C hinese Paper Cutting
The art of paper-cutting in China has a long history. As a living fossil of Chinese culture and art, paper cutting is also known as a folk art at the fingertips. This lesson will introduce the history and culture of Chinese paper cutting, mastering some of the techniques and methods of paper cutting. Students will use scissors and paper to create beautiful works of paper cutting art.
China through Films
In this class, you will see Chinese films on different subjects. China does not only have martial arts and action films, but also excellent comedies, suspense films and literary films. Through the various films we hope to give participants an insight into the culture and history of China and the lives of ordinary people. All films are accompanied by English subtitles.
Chinese Calligraphy
This course will start with an introduction of Chinese art history and an explanation as to how Chinese philosophy influences Chinese art. This course will also include a study of calligraphy and traditional Chinese culture. Then the course will move to Standard Script, which is the most practical script in Chinese Calligraphy. The course will cover the basic strokes, the rules for stroke order for writing common words, and the common techniques related to Chinese brushes and ink control.
Chinese Singing
Singing songs is a funny and relaxing way of learning Chinese. It suits language learners or people who love singing. You will learn two to three popular Chinese songs to be part of this Chinese course.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Confucius Institute PG102, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
GBP 100.00