Learn Chinese (Mandarin) Online & in London
Chinese (Mandarin) is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Did you know that one in five people all over the world speaks Chinese (Mandarin)? That is over 900 million speakers. There's no ignoring the fact that being able to speak Chinese (Mandarin) is going to be a key skill in the future, especially in business.
At City Lit, we offer a range of Chinese (Mandarin) courses at various levels to take you from a complete beginner to a confident speaker of the language.
Designed to meet the needs of the busy Londoner, we offer courses during the week, weekend, daytime or evening. We also offer intensive courses for those looking to take on an exciting challenge.
- Chinese: The meaning of charactersCourse start date: Sat 11 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Joyce LeeCome and explore the essence of Chinese characters and their profound significance in this enlightening workshop. Unlock the hidden meanings behind strokes and symbols, tracing the cultural, historical, and philosophical depths they hold.Full fee £39.00 Senior fee £39.00 Concession £39.00 - Chinese: fan writingCourse start date: Sat 25 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Zhonghan LinExplore the enchanting world of Chinese fan writing in our workshop! Delve into the rich tapestry of Chinese culture as we unravel the history and significance of this ancient art form. Discover the profound cultural significance behind each stroke, and unleash your creativity on the canvas of tradition.Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £29.00 Concession £29.00 - Chinese 3 lower: module 1Course start date: Mon 21 Sep 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 5: advanced practiceCourse start date: Mon 21 Sep 2026 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 2 lower: module 1Course start date: Wed 23 Sep 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 1Course start date: Wed 23 Sep 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 1Course start date: Thu 24 Sep 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 3 lower: module 2Course start date: Mon 11 Jan 2027 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Fei WangLearn 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 5: module 2Course start date: Wed 13 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Fei WangLearn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
For advanced learners ( City Lit advanced level) 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.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 3 upper: module 2Course start date: Wed 13 Jan 2027 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Develop your fluency on this course taught in Chinese, with the emphasis on speaking and listening. Suitable if you have studied Chinese (Mandarin) for 4 years or have a fairly good command of the language.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese 4: module 2Course start date: Thu 14 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 £269.00 Senior fee £215.00 Concession £175.00 - Chinese Spring Festival and CustomsCourse start date: Sat 30 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Xiaolan BiGet ready for the Chinese New Year this year! This is an unique opportunity to discover the most important festival in China: ‘Chinese New Year’, which in 2027 is Year of the Fire Goat.
Full fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Chinese 5: revisionCourse start date: Wed 8 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonTake your Mandarin proficiency to new heights with level 5 revision course tailored for students with at least 5-6 years of Chinese language experience. Fine-tune your skills in grammar, comprehension and vocabulary with this short course.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - Chinese 3 lower: revisionCourse start date: Thu 9 Jul 2026
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonRevise your Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This short Chinese 3 lower revision course offers a comprehensive review of key language skills. It’s designed to refresh your knowledge, build confidence, and help you consolidate grammar and vocabulary through practical, interactive activities.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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