This two semester sequence is an introduction to Mandarin Chinese for students with no or limited previous study of the language. The focus is on developing language proficiency in all four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The sequence also introduces students to Chinese culture. Strongly recommended for prospective students of Saint Mary’s China Summer Program and China Semester Programs in Shanghai and Nanjing. Required for participation in the Nanjing, China Program. Students who have earned high school credits in Mandarin Chinese enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam.

This two semester sequence is an introduction to Mandarin Chinese for students with no or limited previous study of the language. The focus is on developing language proficiency in all four skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The sequence also introduces students to Chinese culture. Strongly recommended for prospective students of Saint Mary’s China Summer Program and China Semester Programs in Shanghai and Nanjing. Required for participation in the Nanjing, China Program. Students who have earned high school credits in Mandarin Chinese enroll in this sequence on the basis of a placement exam.

Designed to develop the ability to hold everyday conversation in Mandarin Chinese and to introduce the student to Chinese culture. Strongly recommended for prospective students of Saint Mary’s China Summer Program and China Semester Program.

Designed to develop the ability to hold everyday conversation in Mandarin Chinese and to introduce the student to Chinese culture. Strongly recommended for prospective students of Saint Mary’s China Summer Program and China Semester Program.