Chinese, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies

CHIN_O: Chinese

Students cannot take language courses out of sequence. Once a student successfully completes a Chinese language course, they can no longer enroll in a course that is below the level of the last course that has been completed. Students should consult an advisor to ensure that they are enrolling in a level-appropriate Chinese language course.


  1. CHIN_O 100 (3) Basic Chinese I

    An introduction to the grammar, syntax, and function of modern spoken and written Mandarin Chinese. For absolute beginners; not available to students who have obtained the equivalent of CEFR Level A1 in any Chinese language.

  2. CHIN_O 101 (3) Basic Chinese II

    Continuation of CHIN 100. Not available to students who have obtained the equivalent of CEFR Level A1 in any Chinese language. Prerequisite: A score of 55% or higher in CHIN 100.


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