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Diploma / Advanced Diploma – Professional Chinese Teaching
Diploma Course Information
This specialized diploma course is designed to prepare students to become Chinese language educators. The program focuses on developing both practical teaching techniques and a strong foundation in modern Chinese pedagogical theories. Students will gain the expertise needed to teach Chinese confidently and competently across a variety of educational settings. The curriculum emphasizes real-world teaching applications, classroom management, and curriculum planning—ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to deliver high-quality instruction. Graduates from this course have the option to advance their knowledge further by enrolling in our Advanced Diploma in Professional Chinese Teaching.
Compulsory Modules
- Contemporary Chinese
- Standard Mandarin
- Introduction to Professional Chinese Teaching
- Psychology in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Pedagogy in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Methodology of Teaching Vocabulary
- Methodology of Teaching Reading and Comprehension
- Methodology of Teaching Composition Writing
- Utilization of Teaching Aids
Entry Requirements
Age: 15 years old and above
Academic Level:
- At least 9 years of formal education or equivalent; or
- Pass in SCI’s placement test; or
Language Proficiency:
- GCE O-Level grade C6 and better for Chinese; or
- Pass SCI’s language proficiency test or equivalent.
Course Duration
Full-time Course
9 months
Course Intake
January, March, May, July, September, November of the year
Lesson Time
15 hours per week
There will be no classes conducted during public holidays and school holidays.
Diploma Course Information
This course focuses on equipping students with exceptional skills to excel as proficient Chinese educators. Through internationally standardized training, students master teaching techniques and the latest Chinese pedagogical theories to efficiently impart Chinese knowledge. The curriculum ensures graduates meet international teaching standards, fostering excellence in the field of Chinese language education.
Compulsory Modules
- Contemporary Chinese
- Standard Mandarin
- Introduction to Professional Chinese Teaching
- Psychology in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Pedagogy in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Methodology of Teaching Vocabulary
- Methodology of Teaching Reading and Comprehension
- Methodology of Teaching Composition Writing
- Utilization of Teaching Aids
Entry Requirements
Age: 15 years old and above
Academic Level:
- At least 9 years of formal education or equivalent; or
- Pass in SCI’s placement test; or
Language Proficiency:
- 9 years of studying in a Chinese school; or
- GCE O-Level grade C6 and better for Chinese; or
- Pass SCI’s language proficiency test or equivalent.
Duration
Part-Time Course
12 months
Course Intake
January, March, April, June, July, September, October, November of the year
Lesson Time
6 hours per week
- Monday & Wednesday 7.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. OR
- Tuesday & Thursday 7.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. OR
- Saturday 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
There will be no classes conducted during public holidays and school holidays.
Advance Diploma Course Information
This course focuses on equipping students with exceptional skills to excel as proficient Chinese educators. Through internationally standardized training, students master teaching techniques and the latest Chinese pedagogical theories to efficiently impart Chinese knowledge. The curriculum ensures graduates meet international teaching standards, fostering excellence in the field of Chinese language education.
Compulsory Modules
- Contemporary Chinese
- Standard Mandarin
- Introduction to Professional Chinese Teaching
- Psychology in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Pedagogy in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Methodology of Teaching Vocabulary
- Methodology of Teaching Reading and Comprehension
- Methodology of Teaching Composition Writing
- Utilization of Teaching Aids
- Introduction to Linguistics
- Methodology of Teaching Oral Chinese
- Classroom Management Skills for Professional Chinese Teaching
- Selection and Design of Teaching Materials for Professional Chinese Teaching
- Contemporary Chinese Literature
- Development and Design of Teaching Plan
Entry Requirements
Age: 16 years old and above
Academic Level:
- Relevant SCI Diploma; or
- At least 12 years of formal education or equivalent
Language Proficiency:
- 9 years of studying in a Chinese school; or
- GCE O-Level grade C6 and better for Chinese; or
- Pass SCI’s language proficiency test or equivalent.
Duration
Full-time Course
15 months
Course Intake
January, March, May, July, September, November of the year
Lesson Time
15 hours per week
There will be no classes conducted during public holidays and school holidays.
Advance Diploma Course Information
This course focuses on equipping students with exceptional skills to excel as proficient Chinese educators. Through internationally standardized training, students master teaching techniques and the latest Chinese pedagogical theories to efficiently impart Chinese knowledge. The curriculum ensures graduates meet international teaching standards, fostering excellence in the field of Chinese language education.
Compulsory Modules
- Contemporary Chinese
- Standard Mandarin
- Introduction to Professional Chinese Teaching
- Psychology in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Pedagogy in Professional Chinese Teaching
- Methodology of Teaching Vocabulary
- Methodology of Teaching Reading and Comprehension
- Methodology of Teaching Composition Writing
- Utilization of Teaching Aids
- Introduction to Linguistics
- Methodology of Teaching Oral Chinese
- Classroom Management Skills for Professional Chinese Teaching
- Selection and Design of Teaching Materials for Professional Chinese Teaching
- Contemporary Chinese Literature
- Development and Design of Teaching Plan
Entry Requirements
Age: 16 years old and above
Academic Level:
- Relevant SCI Diploma; or
- At least 12 years of formal education or equivalent
Language Proficiency:
- 9 years of studying in a Chinese school; or
- GCE O-Level grade C6 and better for Chinese; or
- Pass SCI’s language proficiency test or equivalent.
Duration
Part-Time Course
18 months
Course Intake
January, March, April, June, July, September, October, November of the year
Lesson Time
6 hours per week
- Monday & Wednesday 7.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. OR
- Tuesday & Thursday 7.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. OR
- Saturday 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
There will be no classes conducted during public holidays and school holidays.
Mode of Assessment
Internal Assessment:
- 10% class participation
- 90% of written examinations
