Improve your work skills and expand your global opportunities by learning Chinese Mandarin online with Sydney Community College. Designed for complete beginners, this course allows students to engage in small group learning with a native Mandarin speaker through interactive virtual classes.
Mandarin Chinese is the most spoken language in Asia and is known for its simple grammar rules compared to European languages—no tenses, plurals, or subject-verb agreements. Early learners will find acquiring basic communication skills approachable, especially through a structured and immersive course like this.
Our classes are conducted online via Zoom, allowing you to learn conveniently from home. Gain confidence in speaking Mandarin and start your language learning journey today.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand key differences between Pinyin and written Chinese
- Pronounce and recognize Mandarin tones and basic vocabulary
- Form basic sentences and engage in simple conversations
Course Outline
- Greetings, introductions, and nationalities
- Numbers, dates, time, and family members
- Basic grammar: tone use, sentence structure, and negatives
Schedule & Pricing
- Classes run online via Zoom, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
- Course Fee: $429
- Multiple course dates available throughout the year
Materials Required
- Integrated Chinese Level 1, Part 1, 4th Edition (ISBN: 9781622911356) or Easy Peasy Chinese (ISBN: 9780241513279)
- Notebook and pen
Certificate
- Receive a Certificate of Attendance with 80%+ attendance
Discounts Available
- 15% off when enrolling in 3 Mandarin courses
- 10% discount when booking Level 1 and 2 together using code 'GROUP10'
You will learn
- Understand Pinyin vs. written Chinese systems
- Pronounce tones and use essential phrases
- Construct basic sentences and dialogues
You will get
- Certificate of Attendance upon completion
- Improved Mandarin vocabulary and grammar
- Foundational skills for real-life conversations
Appropriate for
This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience in Mandarin Chinese who want to gain essential language skills for personal or professional development.
What to bring
- Textbook (see description for options)
- Notebook
- Pen
What to wear
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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