Mandarin Teaching Center

Mandarin Teaching Center

Introduction to the Center:

“Practical Chinese for International Students”

To create a global learning environment and foster cross-cultural understanding, our university partners with prestigious institutions worldwide, welcoming numerous international students each year.

The Mandarin Teaching Center helps students adapt to life in Taiwan by integrating language learning with cultural experiences. Our immersive approach strengthens communication skills and deepens understanding of Chinese culture through real-life contexts.

We offer four course levels to meet diverse learning needs:

Beginner Chinese

Intermediate Chinese

Advanced Chinese

Practical Chinese & Chinese Culture

Additionally, to meet diverse learning needs, we provide fee-based Chinese courses, short-term Chinese programs, and customized Chinese language camps, offering flexible learning solutions tailored to students’ goals.

   Director: Dr. Ingrid Teng

Assistant Professor and Chair, Department of Communications and Management, Shih Hsin University

 

 

Staff: Lily Lin 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Chen-ching Li: Retired Professor,

Department of English; former Dean, College of the Humanities and Social Sciences, Shih Hsin University

 

 

 

Dr. Chih-p’ing Chou: Professor,

Department of East Asian Studies, Princeton University; Director, Princeton in Beijing (since 1993); former Director, Chinese Summer School, Middlebury College (1983-1992), USA

We organize five types of course:

1. Mandarin Class for Overseas Students on Campus	These courses are held regularly during fall and spring semesters, 2 hours per week for overseas students on our campus who need Chinese language education.
2. Mandarin Class for the Exchange Students	These courses are held regularly during fall and spring semesters, up to 8 hours per week for exchange students on our campus.
3. Language School	4 weeks intensive Chinese language training session observing strictly “Total Immersion,” in March, July and August.
4.Seasonal Language Courses	These are 10 to 12 weeks of Chinese sessions, with 6 to 15 students in the class. Students take 2 hours of Chinese class and 1 hour of conversation practice per day. Monday through Friday, class hours is 15 hours per week and 150-180 hours for the entire session.
5. Customized Programs	We plan  small class sessions depending on individual needs.  Note:  Minimum booking: 10 hours per week. Completion time frame: All classes should be completed within two weeks from the start date.
Stay Connected For updates and insights into our program, you can find our social media account: Instagram: SHU 華語文教學中心 Email: ctcshu@mail.shu.edu.tw

 SEASONAL CHINESE COURSES

   

Seasonal Course	Duration	Application Deadline
2025 Spring Session  (12 weeks)	2025.03.03 – 2025.05.23	2025.01.31
2025 Summer Session  (12 weeks)	2025.06.02 – 2025.08.22	2025.04.04
2025 Fall Session   (11 weeks)	2025.09.01 – 2025.11.21	2025.07.04
2024 Winter Session   (10 weeks)	2025.12.01 – 2026.02.26	2025.10.31

*6-15 students in one class

*15 hours/per weeks

Stay Connected

Stay Connected

For updates and insights into our program, you can find our social media account:

• Instagram: SHU 華語文教學中心
• Email: ctcshu@mail.shu.edu.tw      

2025 Language School

Course	Duration	Application Deadline	Registration
Spring Chinese School (March Program)	2025.03.03-2025.03.28	2024.12.02	2025.01.03
Summer Chinese School (July Program)	2025.07.01-2025.07.30	2025.04.08	2025.05.07
Summer Chinese School (Aug. Program)	2025.08.04-2025.08.29	2025.05.05	2025.06.03

Curriculum:

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9-10:30 am	Small class	Small class	Small class	Small class	Weekly Test
10:30-12:00 noon	Small class	Small class	Small class	Small class	Small class
1:30-3:30 pm	One-to-one Conversation	One-to-one Conversation	Culture class	One-to-one Conversation	One-to-one Conversation

 

◆Small Class Size

In this program, approximately 15 enrolled students are divided into 2 small classes, one at the beginning level and the other advanced level, each consisting of no more than 8 students. Students have 3 hours of class in the morning, Monday through Friday, 5 days per week. In the afternoon, each student has 20 minutes of the One-to-One Conversation session with one Teaching Assistant, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. On Wednesday afternoons Culture class or Martial Arts training are arranged to give students the diversity of activity.

Please note that a minimum of 15 participants is required to form a Language School.

Deadline for application: 3 months before the course starts

Step 1: Application

Applicants who need a student visa

E-mail documents to CTC, including:

1. Completed application form: Online Application Form (https://goo.gl/ifthDH)
2. A copy of passport or ARC.
3. 1 photo. (3.5 cm x 2.7 cm)
4. A copy of the highest educational degree.
5. Transcript
6. Financial statement(within 3 months of US$2,500)
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Applicants who do not need a student visa

E-mail documents to the CTC, including:

1. Completed application form: Online Application Form(https://goo.gl/ifthDH)
2. A copy of passport or ARC.
3. 1 photo. (3.5 cm x 2.7 cm)

Email: ctcshu@mail.shu.edu.tw

Step 2: Tuition Payment

The information on tuition payment will be sent to the applicant by Email after the application is approved.

You could pay the registration fee and tuition by:

Remittance	Cash
Bank: Taiwan Cooperative Bank, Jingmei Branch Account Number : 006-0460765-717699 Account Name: Shih Hsin University SWIFT code : TACBTWTP	Between 9:00 am-3:00 pm at the CTC office
Remarks：After completing payment, please send this registration form and receipt or proof of remittance to ctcshu@mail.shu.edu.tw.

Step 3: Visa Application

1. An admission letter will be issued to the applicant after the tuition fee is received.
2. Sign up to the Visa application system online, fill in the application form with your details. You must print the completed form, remembering to include the barcode provided.
3. Visit your closest ROC Representative office or your countries Foreign affairs office to apply for your Visa.

Note: The admission letter is only for the applicants who need a student visa.

Step 4: Registration

Register at the CTC office and take a proficiency test for class placement.

 

Application Info	Taiwan Scholarship Program Directions
Award Value	A Monthly stipend of 25,000 NTD
Eligibility	1.Is a high school graduate or above with an excellent academic record, of good moral character and has no criminal record 2.Is not a national of the Republic of China (Taiwan). 3.Is not an overseas compatriot student. 4.Has never attended an educational institution in Taiwan at the same level of degree or LEP that he/she intends to apply for. 5.Is not an exchange student through any cooperation agreement between a foreign university/college and an educational institute in Taiwan while receiving the Scholarship. 6.Has not previously had a Scholarship revoked by an ROC  government agency or other relevant institution.
Where to Submit Your Application	Submit your application to your local Taiwan Embassy, Taiwan Consulate, or Taipei Economic and Cultural Office.
When to Submit Your Application	February 1st through March 31st. However, the actual application period will be in accordance with the general regulations of the local Taiwan Representative Offices.
Further resources	Taiwan Mandarin Educational Resources Center

 

Application Info	Ministry of Education Huayu Enrichment Scholarship (HES) International Student Directions
Award Value	A Monthly stipend of 25,000 NTD
Eligibility	International applicants above the age of 18, who possess a high school diploma or above, have shown excellent academic performance, and are of good moral character are eligible.  Candidates with one of the following qualifications may not apply: 1.     Is an overseas Chinese student or a national of the R.O.C. 2.     Is currently registered as a student at a Mandarin Language Center or has sought a degree from a university or college in Taiwan. 3.     Has already received a HES or a Taiwan Scholarship, in the past. 4.     Is an exchange student to Taiwan, during the scholarship period. 5.      Is currently receiving financial benefits from the Taiwan government or another educational institution.
Where to Submit Your Application	Submit your application to your local Taiwan Embassy, Taiwan Consulate, or Taipei Economic and Cultural Office
When to Submit Your Application	February 1st through March 31st. However, the actual application period will be in accordance with the general regulations of the local Taiwan Representative Offices.
Further resources	Taiwan Mandarin Educational Resources Center

 

Accommodation and meals are not included in the Seasonal Chinese Courses.

A list of accommodation information is as follows:

新店台北國際學舍 International House of Taipei	http://mmweb.tw/1962/ E-mail:ih102@ms16.hinet.net ADD：No.102, Xinpo 1st St., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2910-3117 FAX：886-2-2910-3346
五月家青年旅舍 -台大館 May Rooms Taipei NTU	https://www.facebook.com/Mayroomsntu/ E-mail: mayrooms.ntu@gmail.com ADD：No. 208, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100, Taiwan(R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2365-2284 FAX：886-2-2367-2404
台北青年國際旅館 Y Hotel Taipei	http://www.ymcataipei.org.tw/ E-mail: rv.ymca@msa.hinet.net ADD：No. 19, Xuchang St., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 10047 TEL：886-2-2311-3201 FAX：886-2-2311-3209
台北YH群賢樓國際青年會館 Hostelling International Taipei	https://pse.is/HVRTK ADD：13F.-10, No.50, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao W. Rd. Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2388-0885 FAX：886-2-6632-9228​​
臺北教師會館 Taipei Teachers Hostel	http://www.tth.url.tw/ E-mail: hostel@ms95.url.com.tw ADD：No. 15, Nanhai Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei City 100, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2341-9161 FAX：886-2-2321-9378
福華國際文教會館 Howard Clvil Service International House	http://www.howard-hotels.com.tw/civil-service/overview/ ADD：No.30, Sec. 3, Xinsheng S. Rd., Da’an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-7712-2323
新北新店中信商務會館 CHINATRUST HOTEL	http:// https://pse.is/HS2VM E-mail: cteh@ms37.hinet.net ADD：No.219-2, Sec. 3, Zhongxing Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2910-6600 FAX: 886-2-22910-3279
家賓旅店 Guest Hotel	http://www.chiabin.com/ E-mail: guesthotel42@gmail.com ADD：6F., No. 42, Jingwen St., Wenshan Dist., Taipei City 116, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2-2932-5915 FAX：886-2-2932-2301
明日の住宿201	https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/25415123?guests=1&adults=1 line ID: li yen  (許先生or許小姐) ADD：No. 15, Ln. 5, Jingmei St., Wenshan Dist., Taipei City 116, Taiwan (R.O.C.) TEL：886-2- 2931 8357

 

 

• Professional Language Teaching:

1. We strive for, first of all, accurate pronunciation. We require our teachers to speak standard mandarin (putonghua, or guoyu).
2. We require our teachers to correct our students’ pronunciations at all times.
3. We do our best to take care of each and every single one student so that no one feels left alone.
4. We require Teaching Assistants to attend classes, helping teachers and observing students’ learning conditions.
5. We do “collective preparation of class” for our teachers in order to benefit all students. Each level of teachers is led by a senior teacher in the group.

• Happy Learning:

1. We recommend our teachers to be pleasant, and to speak loud and clear. We also recommend them not to be too strict, rather, teach with a relaxed manner.
2. We strive to keep our teaching team young and lively.
3. We encourage the appropriate usage of “game” in the classroom in order to create a fun learning environment for our students.

• Cultural Input and Travel:

1. We organize culture classes such as viewing traditional performing arts, practicing calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, and martial arts, etc.
2. We invite scholars to lecture on History of Taiwan, Military Dependents’ Villages Culture, Multicultural of Taiwan, etc.
3. Travel and Foods: Other than sampling various foods of the famous Taiwan Night Markets, we take students to beautiful scenery spots on both western and eastern Taiwan.

Free Chinese Peer-Tutoring Services
Cultural Activities – Chinese Tea Culture
Cultural Activities – Making the Sachet
Cultural Activity –  Calligraphy Workshop
Cultural Activity – Chinese Painting Workshop
Chinese Class

 

Phone numbers: 22368225, ext. 82258, ext. 82259

email: ctcshu@mail.shu.edu.tw

11604 台北市文山區木柵路一段17巷1號 (#1 Lane 17 Sec. 1 , Mu-Cha Rd. Taipei , 11604, Taiwan, R.O.C. )