Online Mandarin Chinese Language Classes
Experience the world’s most spoken language through City Lit’s online Mandarin Chinese classes. Whether you’re starting from scratch or building on what you already know, our expert tutors will guide you through lessons that make Mandarin accessible, practical and enjoyable.
Mandarin is a tonal language meaning each syllable’s pitch changes its meaning. Our classes help you master these tones through speaking practice, listening exercises and real conversation. You’ll also learn to recognise and write Chinese characters, gaining a fascinating insight into one of the oldest writing systems still in use.
Our online courses are designed for all stages of learning. From beginner lessons to advanced study, every class offers a mix of structure, flexibility and cultural depth. With live online sessions, you can join from anywhere and learn at a pace that suits you.
Join our online Mandarin Chinese courses today and open the door to new connections, ideas and opportunities one lesson at a time.
- Chinese beginners: short introduction
Course start date: Tue 2 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Ting PoonGet a short introduction to the Chinese language and discover aspects of Chinese language culture in these either in-person course in Covent Garden or live online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00 - 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 3 lower: module 1Course start date: Mon 5 Oct 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Online
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: Wed 7 Oct 2026 (and 5 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
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 £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese beginners: module 1Course start date: Mon 5 Oct 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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: 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 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 beginners: module 2Course start date: Mon 11 Jan 2027 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Ting PoonLearn 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 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 beginners: module 1+2Course start date: Sat 16 Jan 2027
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Zhonghan LinLearn Chinese Mandarin on this lively online course.
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 £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 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
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