BLCU Chinese Immersion Program

Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) is the only public university in China with a focus on teaching the Chinese language to non-Chinese people in the world. BLCU offers all-year round Chinese programs from 4 weeks to 1 academic year.

BLCU is located in the northwestern suburbs of Beijing, 12 km from Tian'anmen, the center of the city. The campus covers an area of 38 hectares, with a floor space of 240,000 square meters.

BLCU was founded in 1962 with the name of Higher Preparatory School for Foreign Students. In June 1964, it was renamed Beijing Language Institute. In June 1996, with approval of Chinese Ministry of Education, it was designated as Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU). BLCU is the only international university in China with its main task set at teaching the Chinese language and culture to non-Chinese students and serves as the center for teaching Chinese and the study of the Chinese language.

BLCU has the longest history, the largest scope, and the most qualified teaching faculties of its kind in the area of teaching the Chinese language and culture to non-Chinese students. Over the past 40 years, the university has trained more than 70,000 international students from over 160 counties and regions who are proficient in Chinese and familiar with the Chinese culture. Nowadays, more than 9,000 international students and over 3,000 Chinese students come and study at the university each year. BLCU boasts an array of 800 teachers. Among them, about 500 are teachers of Chinese, and about 300 are professors and associate professors, including many distinguished and erudite scholars with 20 to 30 years' teaching experience. Many of the teachers have been invited to teach and to lecture abroad.

BLCU has set up a new discipline system which is distinctive in feature, clear in advantage, rational in structure, and substantial in content. Now the curriculums in this university cover a wide range of subjects, from short-term, speeded-up and online programs, to degree courses for the bachelor, master and doctor. And its standards of education enjoy widespread recognition and favorable comments.

BLCU comprises of 11 teaching units and 14 research institutions, with the number of teaching and administrative staff totaled 1425, including 829 in teaching and researching, 303 of which have advanced titles. At present, BLCU has 9 doctoral programs, 24 postgraduate programs, and 16 undergraduate programs, including 1 national key discipline, 2 municipal key disciplines, and 1 humanities and social sciences key research base of regular universities designated by the Ministry of Education.

General inquires

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“I can never thank you enough for all of your help and patience during my stay in Beijing. The BLCU practical approach made learning Chinese not only easy, but fun. I will recommend you to all my friends. --- Brian Robinson. From Vancouver, Canada”

“The best part about the whole trip was the fact that I would learn something in a class and then go out and practice it later on during the day. That was amazing, it really helped to make my memory stronger. Going on the study adventures and hanging out with my exchange partner really emphasized everything that I was learning in class. I feel now like I could survive on my own in Beijing! ——Sayuri Anzu, Japan"

Why BLCU ?

The leader in Chinese education since 1962
Over 1425 full time staff including 829 teaching posts
International recognition for outstanding academic performance
Total immersion in the Chinese language
Affordable, accredited and quality Chinese language programs
Total Beginner to Proficient classes available
Short Term programs: 4 to 12 weeks
Long Term programs: Semester or Academic Year
Language Exchange Program with native speakers
Intensive language classes available
Free Electives: language and non-language focused
Comprehensive and balanced curriculum integrating all aspects of the Chinese language: reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary
Total program fees include Tuition, Accommodation, Accommodation Placement, Text Books (where specified), Emergency Travel & Medical Insurance, Registration, Placement Test, Certificate, Orientation, Welcome Pack, Airport Pickup, and more
Free guided excursions to famous attractions

Why Study Chinese in Beijing?

China’s political, cultural, and financial planning center;
The educational epicenter of China with many of the best Chinese universities;
Best language environment --- Standard Mandarin is based on Beijing dialect;
A city with thousand years of history and glorious past;
A true metropolis with every modern convenience one could hope for;
A huge city with18 districts and 15 million people;
Countless things to see and do: temples, parks, museums, palaces, the Great Wall, and much more;
Amazing nightlife and rich restaurants offering every cuisine imaginable.

Experience China like never before! Immerse yourself in its culture, history and people as you study Chinese in China and visit a variety of cities and historic sites.

BLCU unique Chinese programs are founded on two beliefs: that language is symbiotic and needs life to exist; and only through practice will your language skills sharpen. Our exclusive language wheel methodology allows you to study Chinese at BLCU, and we help transfer your core classroom knowledge to your real life by providing daily opportunities to use your new skills.