speakers, exploring Chinese culture, preparing for work opportunities, or taking on a rewarding intellectual challenge, learning Mandarin can open up exciting new possibilities. At City Lit, you'll learn through practical, engaging lessons that help you build confidence using Mandarin in real-life situations. Our courses support learners from complete beginners to more advanced speakers, with flexible options to study online or in central London.Read less
20 courses available
- Chinese beginners tasterCome and discover Chinese Mandarin in this lively taster.
Keeley Street
Thu 17 Sep 2026Ting PoonFull fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Chinese 5: advanced practice
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This course is designed for advanced students to have conversations in Chinese based on current news stories in a small group environment.
Full fee £269.00 Senior fee £215.00 Concession £175.00 - Chinese 3 lower: module 1
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Develop your fluency in this course taught in Chinese (Mandarin), with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have studied Mandarin for about 3-4 years and have a good command of the language.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese beginners: module 1
Learn Chinese Mandarin either an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions. Experience learning Chinese by enrolling on a taster.
This course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of Chinese.
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about the language and culture, this course will equip you with the essential skills to communicate confidently in Mandarin.
Our emphasis on speaking ensures that you'll be able to engage in meaningful conversations from the very first lesson. You'll learn useful phrases, expressions, and idioms, enabling you to communicate effectively in various social and everyday situations.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 2 lower: module 1
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Further improve your Chinese (Mandarin) and develop your speaking skills. Suitable if you have studied Mandarin Chinese for about 2 years.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 3 upper: module 1
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Develop your fluency in this course taught in Chinese (Mandarin), with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have studied Mandarin for about 3-4 years and have a good command of the language.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 4: module 1
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
You will consolidate your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and will work towards achieving better fluency at an intermediate level. You will develop your competence in reading Chinese characters. Suitable if you have studied Chinese for 5 years part time or have an equivalent level.
Full fee £289.00 Senior fee £231.00 Concession £188.00 - Chinese 5: module 1
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
For advanced learners of Mandarin Chinese to improve their speaking, listening and command of the Chinese language at a higher level (equivalent to HSK-4). Suitable if you have studied Chinese part-time for at least 5-6 years/ full-time for more than two years and have been self-learning and using Chinese occasionally in life/work or if you have passed HSK level-3 or equivalent (1500 vocabulary items or more).Students should be able to read Chinese characters.
Online
Wed 7 Oct 2026Fei WangFull fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 2: reading groupIf you want to have the chance to read Chinese characters, expand your vocabulary, improve your pronunciation, and strengthen your reading comprehension level, please join us on this lively online course to practise your reading. Suitable for people who have learned Chinese for at least 1 year and have learned to read Chinese characters.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £103.00 Concession £84.00
- Chinese calligraphy: explore the Nature and World characters
Experience the calming practice of Chinese brush calligraphy while discovering the origins of Mandarin Chinese characters. Learn the basics of character writing and uncover how ancient symbols were inspired by the natural world. This creative and mindful session encourages focus, reflection, and a deeper appreciation of language and culture.
This session is part of the 2026 Mental Wealth Festival, hosted by City Lit and partners.
Keeley Street
Fri 9 Oct 2026Xiaolan BiFull fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £5.00 
Chinese: writing for beginnersLearn the basics of Chinese characters on this lively classroom-based course in the heart of London. This interactive workshop provides plenty of opportunity to practise yourself, and is suitable for complete beginners.Keeley Street
Sat 14 Nov 2026Ting PoonFull fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00- Chinese beginners: short introduction
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Get a short introduction to the Chinese language and discover aspects of Chinese language culture in these live online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
Keeley Street
Tue 17 Nov 2026Joyce LeeFull fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Chinese 3 lower: module 2
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Develop your fluency in this course taught in Chinese (Mandarin), with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have studied Mandarin for about 3 and a half years and have a good command of the language.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese beginners: module 2
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This course is designed for near beginners. You should have completed 'Chinese Beginners: Module 1' or possess an equivalent of approximately 15 hours of prior learning.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 2 lower: module 2
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Continue improving your Chinese with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have been studying Chinese (Mandarin) for a year or have an equivalent level.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £207.00 Concession £168.00
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