Study in China
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LIVE ONLINE CHINESE COURSES
Your next chapter.
In Chinese.
Learn Chinese with a small group and a teacher in China. Get to know your classmates, build your confidence and prepare for your next HSK exam.
Explore October cohortsTaught from China · Small groups · Live online
3–6 learners per cohortFixed October start datesExam preparation includedTeachers based in China
WHY TAKE HSK?
A qualification
you can use.
HSK is the Chinese Proficiency Test: a recognised record of your Mandarin level, useful for study and work.
Bring more to your work
Show employers your level of Chinese and feel more at ease with colleagues, clients and suppliers.
Make progress measurable
Know what to study, practise regularly and see where you’re improving.
Read about the test and its uses at Chinese Tests Service . A score does not guarantee admission, funding or employment.
STARTING OCTOBER 2026
Choose your cohort.
Two live classes a week. The same classmates throughout. A clear course fee, with materials included.
START FROM ZERO
HSK 1一
Your first Chinese
Build your first conversations, learn pinyin and tones, and prepare for HSK 1 listening and reading.
- Starts
- 12 October 2026
- Schedule
- Monday & Thursday
11:00–12:30 UTC - Duration
- 8 teaching weeks · 24 live hours
- Entry level
- No Mandarin required
€384full course
taxes included
taxes included
Enrolment opens soon · No auto-renewal
BUILD ON YOUR FOUNDATIONS
HSK 2二
Keep the conversation going
Turn familiar words into longer exchanges and build speed and accuracy for HSK 2.
- Starts
- 13 October 2026
- Schedule
- Tuesday & Friday
11:00–12:30 UTC - Duration
- 10 teaching weeks · 30 live hours
- Entry level
- HSK 1 knowledge or equivalent
€480full course
taxes included
taxes included
Enrolment opens soon · No auto-renewal
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
HSK 3三
More to say. More confidence.
Develop everyday communication while preparing for HSK 3 listening, reading and writing.
- Starts
- 17 October 2026
- Schedule
- Saturday & Sunday
09:00–10:30 UTC - Duration
- 12 teaching weeks · 36 live hours
- Entry level
- HSK 2 knowledge or equivalent
€576full course
taxes included
taxes included
Enrolment opens soon · No auto-renewal
Teaching materials, homework feedback and mock practice included.
Official exam registration and fees are separate. Class times stay fixed in UTC; local times may change with daylight saving.
HOW CLASSES WORK
A teacher who knows
where you’re getting stuck.
Start at the right level. A placement check helps us match you to a suitable cohort.
Speak in every class. Live explanation, pair practice and feedback, with homework between lessons.
Know what to revise. Timed practice shows which exam skills need more work.
MORE THAN SOLO STUDY
People to
practise with.
You’ll get to know the same 3–6 people over the course. Practise together, ask questions and help each other through the tricky bits.
Pair work gives you a reason to talk from the first class. New friendships are a welcome part of learning together.
QUESTIONS
Before you join.
Can I start with no Chinese at all?
Yes. The HSK 1 cohort starts with pronunciation, pinyin and your first characters. For HSK 2 and 3, you need the previous level or equivalent knowledge. We check your starting point before accepting an enrolment.
Which version of HSK do you prepare for?
The October cohorts target the established HSK 1–3 exam format. HSK 3.0 trial exams are also running in 2026. Your teacher will confirm the exam version and any speaking requirement with your chosen test centre. We won’t describe a course for one format as preparation for another.
Will this course guarantee I pass?
No course can guarantee an exam result. These are focused preparation courses with homework, feedback and mock practice. Your starting level, attendance and independent study all affect readiness. Your teacher will advise if you need more preparation.
When and where do we meet?
Classes are live online on Zoom or Tencent Meeting, taught from China. Each lesson lasts 90 minutes. Course details list every date and a downloadable calendar. Times remain fixed in UTC, so check any daylight-saving change in your own country.
What does the price include?
Your full course includes all listed live lessons, teaching materials, set homework feedback and mock practice. Prices include applicable taxes. Official HSK exam fees and registration are separate and paid to your test centre. There is no subscription or automatic renewal.
What if I miss a class or need to cancel?
Tell us as early as you can. Missed group classes do not normally receive an individual replacement, but you still receive the lesson materials. You can cancel for a full refund before the first class. Statutory cancellation rights and remedies for service problems remain protected. The terms explain refunds after teaching begins.
Can I pay now?
Enrolment is not open yet. You can review the complete schedule and download the class dates. Secure checkout will be available when bookings open.
Who runs the academy?
Doinel Chinese Academy is a standalone brand of Doinel Limited, registered in England and Wales, company number 07563110. These initial cohorts are for adults aged 18 and over.
OCTOBER COHORTS
Your first conversation
starts here.
Starting from zero or building on what you know? Find the level and timetable that fit.
Find your cohort