Chinese Programs
- Small Groups (max. 6 people)
- Certified Teachers
- Academic Curriculum
- Modern Classrooms
- Monthly Start Dates
Group Classes are perfect for beginners who would like to immerse themselves in Chinese language full-time while interacting with other students and making new friends. We keep our classes small to make sure every student still gets individual interaction with our teachers and can really improve their Chinese quickly. For those students interested in intensive Chinese study we also offer a combination of Chinese group classes and individual classes in Beijing. read more
- Personalized curriculum
- Certified Teachers
- Weekly Start dates
- 1 on 1 tuition
Individual Classes are a great choice for full-time Mandarin learners of all levels and allow you to make rapid progress with intensive individual attention with 1 on 1 tuition. The Chinese individual class curriculum is personalized to each student depending on your aims with studying Chinese.read more
- Immersion Program
- Visit Beijing and Chengde
- Certified teachers
- Choose from individual and small group classes
Our popular Two City Combo combines intensive Chinese group or individual study in Beijing with an immersion program in nearby Chengde. This is perfect for any full-time student looking to make rapid progress with their Chinese and is a great way to see China. You get the best of both worlds; the hustle and bustle of Beijing with the provincial quiet(er) life in the more traditional Chengde.read more
- Specialized programs for Chinese heritage speakers
- Focused on students from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, “BBCs”, “ABCs”, and other Overseas Chinese
- Certified teachers for teaching Chinese to Chinese heritage speakers
Students who grew up speaking a Chinese dialect at home, studied Mandarin intensively at school or were exposed to Mandarin from early life onwards learn Mandarin Chinese in a different way to learners who start to learn Mandarin only as an adult. read more
Accomodation
Homestays
- Carefully selected and matched homestays
- Close to the school
- Modern Apartments
- Half board and full board options
LTL homestay families are carefully selected in order to give students a warm and welcoming experience. Homestay families will actively encourage you to speak Chinese and you will find yourself learning lots both in the classroom and at home. Living with a homestay family will push you to speak Chinese whilst also gaining valuable insights into Chinese life.read more
Live & Teach
- Carefully selected families in Beijing
- Match homestays based on your preferences
- Eat with your chinese host family
- Conveniently located
- Cultural Exchange and language exchange
With our Live & Teach option you get a discount on homestay accommodation for helping teach the host family’s children conversational English, while they in turn encourage you to speak Chinese. This is a great opportunity for cultural exchange as both you and your family can learn together. read more
Shared Apartments
- Choose between large and small rooms
- Share with other people studying or working in Beijing
- Each room has a study area
- Option for en-suite
Conveniently located and economical, shared apartments are a good way to live in Beijing. Every student gets their own private space where they can study and do homework without disruption after class. Sharing with other people is a great way to make long lasting friendships from the beginning of your stay.read more
Serviced Apartment
- Located close to the school
- Cleaning service
- Modern kitchen and living area
- Reception Services
Get your own studio, with an open kitchen, high end fittings, cleaning and reception services. Less than 20 minutes walking distance to the school, you will live in a hotel style building, all bills and internet included.read more
University Programs
- Intensive Language Course
- Chinese HSK level 4 guarantee
- Guaranteed university placement
- University application assistance
The LTL university pathway program offers students the chance to earn degrees in subjects as varied as business, medicine, arts and sciences from some of the most respected universities in China. LTL’s full-time chinese University Preperation course will help you improve your Chinese before you go to university so you can jump straight into your course. With China’s meteoric rise this is a must do for all future world and business leaders.read more
Semester Programs
Semester Programs
- Certified teachers
- Intensive small group classes in Beijing
- Academic curriculum
- Modern classrooms
Study Chinese full-time for one or two full university semesters with LTL where we guarantee small group classes and only qualified teachers. Much like a university semester classes will cover Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing over a variety of topics but with small classes so everyone can benefit from the teachers attention. This is a great option for those aiming at academic fluency.Read more
Internships
Internship Program
- Internship in China
- Chinese language classes
- Accommodation
- Support, community & fun
Do an internship in China, learn the language, experience the culture and boost your career. LTL interns work with companies in an English language environment while learning and immersing themselves into Chinese culture, language and traditions.
Work in China while being part of the LTL intern community, probably one of the most fun, young and international bunch of people there are in China. Read more
Services
- Standard and luxury options
- Transport card, map and bike to help you get around
- Bank and visa support
- 24/7 hotline in case of emergency
Looking back on our own experiences when we decided to study in China for the first time, we realized that a Mandarin course is not complete without a support system. The LTL Mandarin School Survival Kits provide a collection of items and services designed to make your intensive Chinese study and life in China a little less stressful.read more
- Student Ambassador
- Language Exchange partner
- Local support and guidance
Meeting new people is the best way to adjust to living in a foreign country. At Live the Language we believe that forming friendships with local Chinese is one of the highlights of any study experience. Let us help you to overcome the cultural barriers with the Live the Language Connection Kit. Before you arrive we will match you with two people: your personal Beijing Student Ambassador and a Chinese Language Exchange Partner.read more
Life in China
- Helpful everyday knowledge
- Know what to expect!
- Our hints and tips
All LTL student advisors have lived in China for many years, but still remember very clearly how it felt to first arrive here in Beijing, with no language skills in a fascinating but also very alien country. If you have any questions regarding Chinese life, culture, customs and how to adapt to them as a 外国人 (foreigner), just ask. For a brief overview of some things please follow the links below!
Social Life at LTL
- Meet other students from all over the world
- Great student community
- School dinners, karaoke, drinks and many other activities
- Climb the Great Wall together
- Spend traditional Chinese Holidays with other students and LTL
Community is very important for us at LTL. Our students come from all over the world, with a very wide variety of backgrounds, language abilities and China experience but are all united in their passion for learning Chinese and discovering China’s culture. We study together, meet for dinners, join for drinks, explore China’s capital and hope to meet many friends along the way. Learning Chinese can be more fun than a holiday. Join one of China’s most international and fun communities. read more