Chinese Improvers II
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This module continues from Improvers I and completes the HSK 2 level.
Using New HSK Course 2 (HSK 3.0), covering Lessons 9–15, students will further develop their communication skills through extended conversations, comparisons, preferences, and future plans.
On successful completion of the module a student will be able to:
- discuss study, preferences, and daily routines;
- use comparative sentences, aspect particles, and complements appropriately;
- understand and participate in extended conversations;
- demonstrate knowledge of approximately 500 words, meeting the requirements of HSK 2 (2026 standard).
Learning and teaching
This course is for students who have completed Chinese Improvers I or equivalent study at HSK 2 level.
The module will be taught through dialogues, role-play, task-based learning, and guided grammar activities supported by textbook materials.
Coursework and assessment
Type of assessment | % Contribution | Title | Duration | Approx. date of Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Attendance, homework, and classroom performance | 70% | Continuous Assessment | Throughout the course | Weekly |
Oral Examination | 15% | Final Speaking Test | 10–15 minutes | End of course |
Written Examination | 15% | Final Written Test | 1 hour | End of course |
Reading suggestions
Materials will be provided through Learning Central. Students will also use the relevant course textbook and supplementary online resources.
- New HSK Course 2 (HSK 3.0)
- New HSK Course 2 Workbook (HSK 3.0)
- Learning Central course materials
- Supplementary worksheets
Library and computing facilities
As a student on this course you are entitled to join and use the University’s library and computing facilities. Find out more about using these facilities.
Accessibility
Our aim is access for all. We aim to provide a confidential advice and support service for any student with a long term medical condition, disability or specific learning difficulty. We are able to offer one-to-one advice about disability, pre-enrolment visits, liaison with tutors and co-ordinating lecturers, material in alternative formats, arrangements for accessible courses, assessment arrangements, loan equipment and dyslexia screening.
