inlingua School of Languages
Learn Chinese
in Singapore
Since 1972
Learn better
Benefit from expert teachers and a learning method almost 50 years in the making. From design to instruction, we support your learning goals at every step of the way to deliver a course perfect for you.
Our purpose is simple — to help build your confidence and develop your communication skills through an engaging and relevant learning experience.
When you start your Chinese language course, you will join an inspiring community of students and teachers from around the world. With plenty of opportunities to practice your conversational skills and interact in a variety of social contexts, an enriching experience awaits you at inlingua.
Find your pace
Intensive (FULL-TIME)
Certificate in Chinese
Our Certificate in Chinese Course is a permitted course offered by a PEI, designed to improve your Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing Skills through interactive teaching methods.
• Course Duration: 18 months. Choose your duration of study by enrolling for all or part of the course.
• Intensity: Choose between Intensive 20, Intensive 25 or Intensive 35*
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, Starting any Monday
• Levels (Modules): Elementary to Mastery. Complete our Placement Test to determine your entry level.
• Mode of Delivery: In-Classroom, Blended, or Online
Focus:
General, Business, Academic
Class:
Group
Intensity:
25 hours per week OR 35 hours per week
Length:
1 to 24 weeks
*Intensive 20: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day in a group
Intensive 25: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day in a group + 1 hour per day self-access
Intensive 35: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day in a group + 1 hour per day self-access + 2 hours per day individual tuition
• We can help you apply for a student pass if you plan to study with us full-time for a period longer than 4 weeks.
• Group lessons are in public classes of minimum 4 and maximum 15 learners.
• Each teaching hour lasts 50 minutes and is followed by a 10-minute break
Standard or Accelerated (PART-TIME)
Chinese Group Class
Join our Chinese group classes to improve your Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing Skills for general purposes.
• Course Duration: 20 hours
• Intensity: 2 to 10 hours per week
• Levels (Modules): Elementary to Mastery
• Mode of Delivery: In-Classroom, Blended, or Online
Focus:
General, Business, Academic
Class:
Group
Intensity:
2 to 10 hours per week
Length:
20 hours
• Group lessons are in public classes of minimum 4 and maximum 12 learners. Each teaching hour lasts 50 minutes and is followed by a 10-minute break.
• Fees do not include the cost of materials, This ranges between S$15 and S$65 depending on the publication and the number of courses the same course book can be used for. Fees do not include a one-time registration fee of S$30 chargeable to new learners.
Chinese language courses
Available courses
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Specialised courses
What is your learning goal?
Learn Chinese online
Experience high-quality online Chinese courses that support your learning without compromise.
Gain a qualification
Develop the skills needed to pass a Chinese proficiency test with your desired score.
Specialise your Chinese
Upgrade your Chinese language skills to succeed in your professional aspirations.
Design a course for your company
Tailor your Chinese language course to fit the needs of your team or organisation.
Expand your child’s horizons
Nurture your child’s potential with Chinese lessons for young learners.
Explore Global Opportunities
Learn Chinese in Singapore through the New Colombo Plan scholarship and other university programs.
Why learn Chinese with inlingua?
We’re not just any language school—with over 250 language centres in 30 countries, inlingua is one of the world’s leading language training organisations.
Since 1972, our school in Singapore has helped people across all ages and language levels by delivering high-quality learning experiences that matter.
No matter your learning goal, we’re here to help you.
Learn from expert teachers
Our Chinese courses are facilitated by expert Chinese teachers who are committed to providing a learning experience that matches your needs and goals.
Our teachers support you with a personalised study plan and give you direct feedback to help you accelerate your progress.