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I have been in China before + I've studied the language a bit so I have the basic idea of the arduous road ahead.

Well, I do also have the time - let's say it would take 6 - 12 months to study for HSK 4 and it wouldn't be a problem.

The problem arises from the fact that I do wish to have scholarship for my Chinese degree, otherwise I might not come to China. It's not possible to choose multiple universities for that scholarship so I need to stick with one uni. If I'd choose for example Beijing Languages and Culture University it wouldn't be a problem, since they do have rather good preparatory program which lasts for months if you can't pass the HSK when you come there. Also, they have clear website telling how the degree is structured, what level of Chinese you need to start it etc...

Yunnan Daxue on the other hand, well, I've no idea what to expect in there. Do they give, say, 6 months of Chinese classes to a total beginner after which you could start the program? I've no idea. What is expected from the students taking up the undergraduate degree, other than mentioning the ambivalent HSK4 requirement? Again, I've no idea. That's why ANY information you guys here can give of studying in Kunming is needed - there aren't many other places to ask and I do know how infamously helpful the student offices in Chinese universities are if you're sending some English questions to them.

That being said, Kunming definitely sounds like a great place to study. Nice weather, relaxed atmosphere and not as many foreigners and distractions as in Beijing.

Forums > Study > Studying Chinese degree in Kunming

yankee 00, how about light brown hair and light brown eyes? Do I get to be at least a prince of Kunming? ;) At least my skin is whiter than vampire's, thanks to the wonderfully sunny Nordic winter.

Oh, so there are lower level courses there too? I really would like to apply there but I'm a bit worried about it, since I wish to apply for CSC scholarship through my country and I wonder if they accept it if I need to do unofficial preparatory courses. Oh well.

Forums > Study > Studying Chinese degree in Kunming

Hello folks,

I'm a Scandinavian guy considering studying in Kunming for my bachelor's degree of Chinese language.

Yunnan University seems to offer a suitable undergraduate program called Chinese Language and Literature. However, there's a requirement of HSK4. Does anyone know if they offer preparatory classes etc. or do I have to learn a lot more Chinese before being able to apply to Yunnan University's program of Chinese?

Also, does the Yunnan University have good teachers? I heard Kunming is really good city in terms of its weather, people and location but I'm a bit afraid if the local dialect will hinder studying mandarin.

My budget is about 4000 yuan per month at least and if I get a scholarship it will rise to around 7000 yuan per month. Would that be enough for living in Kunming? If I need more money, is it possible for a non-native English speaker to find a job (my English level is decent I think)?

Cheers