Chinese
Chinese Language Courses (CHN)
Chinese language courses are offered in the target language (Mandarin). There are also Chinese studies cultural courses in English.
CHN 101 - Introductory Chinese I
CHN 201 - Introductory Chinese II
CHN 301 - Intermediate Chinese I
CHN 401 - Intermediate Chinese II
CHN 501 - Advanced Chinese I
CHN 601 - Advanced Chinese II
Prior to registering for your first Chinese language course, you must take the appropriate online placement test. You will typically receive your results within 2 business days. During peak enrolment periods, results may take longer than usual. It is recommended that students take a placement test at least a week before their enrolment date. If you have not received your results after one week, please contact the Chinese Placement Test Coordinator Dr. John Stowe.
Step 1: Take the placement test
Step 2: Check your score
Step 3: Check course calendar
Step 4: Review course pathway
Meet Your CHN & CHS Instructors
鈥淓mbark on an enlightening journey through the profound wisdom of Chinese language and culture with me. As the ancient proverb from the Dao De Jing reminds us, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Allow me to accompany you as you take those crucial initial strides, and then rejoice in your continued advancement along the path of discovery.鈥� - Dr. Mirzania
Outside the Classroom
Giada Amenta, a Language and Intercultural Relations (LIR) student, reflects on her unforgettable experience representing Canada in the 24th Chinese Bridge Competition world finals. From language learning to cultural immersion, she shares what made the journey so impactful.
Read about Giada Amenta's Chinese-language journey that led her to China in Summer 2025.
Chinese Chat Cafe
Join us to practice your Mandarin Chinese!
Through student facilitated conversations on a variety of topics, you can build your speaking and listening skills in a comfortable environment. Whether you are a new CHN 101 student or a native speaker, all 果酱视频 students, staff, and faculty are welcome. Sessions will return in Fall 2026.
Field Trips
CHN and CHS students visit the ROM with Dr. John Edward Stowe and Dr. Elham Mirzania.
Language Competitions
Every spring, 果酱视频 students complete in the 鈥淐hinese Bridge鈥� Chinese Competition for Foreign University students with the guidance of instructors Dr. Stowe and Dr. Mirzania. CHN and CCHN students can touch base with their instructors for more information.