Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages
- Annual tuition30,000 ¥
- Duration4 years
- Language of instructionEnglish
- DegreeBachelor's
- QS 2027851–900
Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages is a 4-year bachelor's programme at Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) (Chengdu). It is taught in English and annual tuition is 30,000 ¥ (≈ $4,230).
Admission requirements
- English-taught programmes
- IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80
- CSCA exam
- Required What is the CSCA?Next session: 14 – 15 November 2026
- Age limit
- ≤ 25
Based on the university's 2026 admission guide. Requirements may vary by programme and change every year; your adviser confirms the exact requirements when you apply. · Official source ↗
Estimated total cost per year
- Tuition
- 30,000 ¥
- Campus dormitory (city estimate)
- 8,400 ¥ – 14,400 ¥
- Food, transport and personal expenses
- 20,760 ¥ – 36,000 ¥
- Total per year
- 59,160 ¥ – 80,400 ¥≈ $8,330 – $11,300
Estimate; flights, health insurance, residence permit and deposits in the first year are not included. Cost of living guide →
Your document checklist
For the application
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months, colour scan of the photo page)
- Passport-style photo (white background, taken within the last 6 months)
- High school diploma: original and English translation, both notarised (if not yet graduated, a certificate of enrolment)
- Transcript: original and English translation, both notarised
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.; requirements vary by university)
- CSCA test result (required by many universities from 2026)
After admission (for visa and enrolment)
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form
- Police clearance certificate (criminal record)
- Bank statement or financial guarantee letter
Requirements vary by university; your advisor will tell you if anything is missing.
Dormitory and cost of living
- Campus dormitory
- We have not verified this university's dormitory fee yet; campus dormitories in this city usually cost around 700–1,200 ¥ a month.
- Food, transport and personal expenses (monthly)
- 1,730–3,000 ¥ (≈ 240–420 $)
- A room off campus (monthly)
- 1,000–2,500 ¥ (≈ 140–350 $)
Figures are estimates; university fees may change every year. Guide to the cost of living in China →
About the university
Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU) was founded in 1896 as the Imperial Chinese Railway College and is today a public university in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education and co-sponsored by China Railway and the Sichuan and Chengdu governments, and it belongs to Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. Known as the "cradle of China's railway engineers", it has around 43,500 students.
University page →Frequently asked questions
What is the annual tuition for Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages?
30,000 ¥ (≈ $4,230) / year. Annual tuition × duration; universities may update tuition each year. Accommodation and living costs are not included.
What is the language of instruction for Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages?
It is taught in English. Language requirement: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80.
I don't speak Chinese. Can I apply to this programme?
Yes. This programme is taught in English; no HSK is required, but an English certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL is. Many universities also offer Chinese classes to international students.
Can I apply for a scholarship for this programme?
Yes. You can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (embassy channel), provincial and city scholarships and university scholarships. Bachelor's scholarship applications require a CSCA result; this university also requires the CSCA. Scholarship applications usually close between December and February; the eligibility check shows which scholarships you may apply for.
Can I extend my studies?
Most Chinese universities apply a flexible study period for bachelor's degrees: if you cannot complete your courses or take a break, you may study longer than the standard duration. The maximum period and conditions are set out in the university's regulations; an extension requires the university's approval and an extended residence permit. Scholarships usually cover only the standard duration.
Can I change my programme?
At most universities a change of programme is usually possible after the first year, subject to places, grades and the university's approval. Moving to a programme taught in a different language (English to Chinese or vice versa) requires a language certificate; scholarship holders also need the scholarship body's approval. The safest course is to choose your programme carefully when you apply; your adviser can help.
What are the admission requirements?
English: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 · CSCA exam: Required · Age limit: ≤ 25. Based on the university's 2026 admission guide. Requirements may vary by programme and change every year; your adviser confirms the exact requirements when you apply.
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