Learn Chinese: Non-degree Programs at HIT

Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT)

Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), founded in 1920, is one of China’s leading universities, renowned for its excellence in science, engineering, and technology. Located in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, HIT is part of China’s prestigious “C9 League” of elite universities and is recognized globally for cutting-edge research and innovation.

With a comprehensive curriculum spanning engineering, management, natural sciences, and humanities, HIT attracts students worldwide and emphasizes academic rigor, international collaboration, and practical learning.

Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) is recognized as a Demonstration Base for International Education in China by the Ministry of Education. Over the past three decades, HIT has provided a variety of short- and long-term Chinese language training courses to tens of thousands of international students from around the world, earning the reputation: Learning Chinese, come to China! Learning Mandarin, come to Harbin! Learning standard Mandarin, come to HIT!

For more details, visit HIT’s official website.

Short-term Chinese Language Program

The short-term Chinese language training program emphasizes practical language application and cultural immersion. It integrates elements of traditional Chinese culture, aiming to enable students to focus on Chinese language learning and cultural experiences during a four-week winter or summer session. The goal is to help students improve their language skills and practical abilities in a short time, gain insights into Chinese traditional culture, and enhance intercultural communication skills.

1.  Program Duration: 4 weeks

• Winter Term: December 23, 2024 – January 17, 2025 (Application Deadline: November 30^th)
• Summer Term：June, 2025 – July 2025 (Application Deadline: May 31^st)

2. Fees (CNY)

• Application Fee: CNY400.00
• Tuition Fee: CNY3500.00 (4 weeks)
• Insurance Fee: CNY160.00
• Accommodation Fee: CNY800.00/month/bed

* Note: All fees except accommodation fees are non-refundable.

3. Eligibility

• Applicants must be citizens of countries other than the People’s Republic of China
• Applicants must be in good health both mentally and physically

Long-term Chinese Language Program

The long-term Chinese language training program offers comprehensive and diverse courses, organized into three levels: elementary (including beginner), intermediate, and advanced, with nine sub-levels. The program focuses on enhancing students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through intensive training, aiming to comprehensively improve their Chinese language proficiency and communication abilities.

1.  Program Duration

• Spring Term: March, 2025 – June, 2025 (Application Deadline: December 30, 2024)
• Fall Term: September, 2025 – December 2025 (Application Deadline: July 15, 2025)

2. Fees (CNY)

• Application Fee: CNY400.00
• Tuition Fee: CNY7300.00 (16 weeks)
• Insurance Fee: CNY400.00 (one semester)
• Accommodation Fee: CNY800.00/month/bed

*Note: All fees except accommodation fees are non-refundable.

3. Eligibility

• Applicants must be citizens of countries other than the People’s Republic of China
• Applicants must be in good health both mentally and physically
• Applicants must be high school diploma holders and over the age of 18

Pre-university Program

The Pre-university Program is designed for senior high school graduates or those who wish to gain admission to degree programs.Students who complete the Pre-university Program will receive priority for admission to HIT.

Key features of the Pre-university Program

• Learning Chinese from scratch and programs for obtaining HSK levels 4-5
• Preparation for studying majors in Chinese language
• Developed and adopted by the leading teachers of HIT

Structure of HIT Pre-university Program

• The program is structured according to major areas, with teaching methods tailored to the desired specialty, and accommodates applicants with varying levels of Chinese proficiency.
• Program types: Science and Engineering & Business.

Learning the Chinese language:

• HSK 4-5 (1200-2500 words)
• Covers household level + academic + subject-specific language
• Terminology in the selected direction
• Cultural adaptation program

Subject training:

• Subject-specific terminology for successful comprehension of lecturers and materials at HIT
• Basic subjects –aimed at improving academic performance in school core subjects
• Major subjects will help to prepare for studying their specialty at HIT
• The study courses are customized for the selected stream.

Join the HIT Pre-university Program with Any Level of Chinese

Program A: For beginners in Chinese, learning from scratch. 36 weeks / 1188 hrs / September-July.

Program B: A certificate or equivalent of HSK 3 is required for Business, Science and Engineering.
18 weeks / 540 hours / March-July

Eligibility

1. Applicants must be citizens of a country other than the People’s Republic of China.
2. Applicants must be senior high school holders and under the age of 28.
3. Applicants should be in good health both mentally and physically.

Note: International students who complete pre-university courses at HIT can obtain priority admission to degree programs.

Programs and Fees

Application Documents

The application documents in other languages must be notarized in either English or Chinese.

1. Log into the online HIT application system to fill in the application form.
2. Passport homepage;
3. Senior high school diploma or its equivalent;
4. Academic transcripts;
5. Language proficiency certificates;
   • 18-week Pre-university Program: HSK level 3 or above
   • Applicants for the 36-week/32-week Pre-university Program are not required to provide any language proficiency certificates;
6. Curriculum vitae;
7. Non-criminal record report (usually issued within six months before the application submission date);
8. Payment receipt of the application fee (CNY400.00/USD60.00).

Note: The application fee is non-refundable. Currently, Alipay or WeChat payment is not supported. Please mark the applicant’s passport number on the remittance voucher.

Application Process for all programs

• Step 1: Log in to the online application system to fill in the application form.
• Step 2: Upload application documents as required, including application fee voucher
• Step 3: Pay the application fee of CNY400.00 or USD60.00.

Remittance Information

Bank Name: Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Harbin, DaZhi Branch
Bank Address: 318 East Dazhi Street, Harbin, People’s Republic of China
Name: Harbin Institute of Technology
Account Number: 3500040109008900513
SWIFT/BIC: ICBKCNBJHLJ

Note: 
1. Currently, Alipay or WeChat payment is not supported.
2. Please mark the applicant’s passport number on the remittance voucher.

Contact HIT

Tel: +86-451-86418461/E-mail: StudyatHIT@hit.edu.cn

Reference Link: https://studyathit.hit.edu.cn/18339/list.htm