Yale

Yale-China Chinese Language Centre

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Non-native Speakers Series

Cantonese Part-time
time Foundation Certificate Programmes

July Intake 2015 (Weekday Afternoon/ Evening Classes)

Application Deadline: June 19,, 2015 (Friday)
Enjoy a 5% Early Bird Discount* by submitting your application before: June 5,, 2015 (Friday)
. Course code

Course name

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

Venue

19:00-20:50
20:50

155-CP2101-01-A

Elementary Cantonese I

15-Jul-15

18-Sep-15

Wed, Fri

155-CP2101-01_B

Elementary Cantonese I

13-Jul-15

17-Sep-15

Mon, Thu

14:30-16:20
16:20

155-CP2102-01

Elementary Cantonese II

13-Jul-15

17-Sep-15

Mon, Thu

19:00-20:50
20:50

155-CP2103-01

Intermediate Cantonese I

14-Jul-15

17-Sep-15

Tue, Thu

19:00-20:50
20:50

Tsim Sha Tsui District

Kai Fong Welfare
Association

September Intake 2015 (Weekend Daytime Classes)

Application Deadline: August 28, 2015 (Friday)
Enjoy a 5% Early Bird Discount* by submitting your application before: August 14,, 2015 (Friday)
. Course code

Course name

Start Date

End Date

Day

Time

156-CP2101-01

Elementary Cantonese I

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

10:00-12:50
12:50

156-CP2102-01

Elementary Cantonese II

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

14:30-17:20
17:20

156-CP2104-01

Intermediate Cantonese II

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

10:00-12:50
12:50

156-CAN2203-03

Chinese Reading I

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

14:30-17:20
17:20

156-CAN3303-03

Chinese Reading II

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

14:30-17:20
17:20

156-CAN4403-03

Chinese Reading III

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

14:30-17:20
17:20

156-CAN4633-03

Newspaper

19-Sep-15

19-Dec-15

Saturday

14:30-17:20
17:20

Venue

Tsim Sha Tsui District

Kai Fong Welfare
Association

CUHK Shatin Campus

Saturday course has a unique scheduling with only 2 sessions for the last 2 lessons. (AM class: 11:00
11:00-12:50;
12:50; PM class: 14:30-16:20).
Each module contains 40 sessions (50 minutes each).
Tuition fee (teaching materials included): HK$5,670 / module; Application fee (new student only): HK$200 / person
* Applicable to tuition fee only. One type of discount for each applicant per course only. Not available to CEF applicants. Students should write the amount in discount
in their credit card or cheque payment, or to settle the amount with discount in cash after staffs confirmation. No reminder on the use of discount will be given
giv from
the Centre. No retrospect refund of discount will be entertained. CLC reserves the final right on interpreting the use of the discounts.
discounts

Class cancellation due to insufficient enrolment (if applicable) will be informed in writing by 3 July (July intake) and 4 September
(September intake).
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China Chinese Language Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The CEF
The Continuing Education Fund (CEF) subsidizes adults with learning aspirations to pursue continuing education and training courses.
Eligible applicants will be reimbursed 80% of their fees, subject to a maximum sum of HK$10,000 (whichever is the less), on
successful completion of a reimbursable course. The fees for more than one reimbursable course may be reimbursed, subject to the
maximum ceiling of HK$10,000 per applicant not being exceeded.
On top of the officially prescribed HKID requirement, in order to be eligible for CEF reimbursement, please note that (1) student must
study the whole certificate programme instead of individual modules. (2) Open a CEF account with the government department
concerned in person and settle all fees of the first module prior to the official course starting date. Late application will not be
entertained. (3) Fulfill minimum course assessment and attendance requirement.
For details please visit CEF official website at www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef

Reimbursable courses by CLC CUHK (002)

i)
ii)

Foundation Certificate in Chinese Characters ( 24C07322-7

Foundation Certificate in Chinese Local Language and Culture (Cantonese)
(
)
(24C07321-9)

This programme is also applicable to full-time Cantonese programme students (Certificate/ Diploma/ Advanced Diploma programme
in Chinese as a Foreign/ Second Language (Cantonese)). The credits studied for this programme will be counted afresh in their
original programme. Daytime Cantonese training normally accepts full-time students only (minimum 12 credits study per term).
Advanced level students study on part-time basis during daytime is considered at the discretion of the division head.

The Regular Courses

Application deadline: 17 September, 2015 {Fall Term}

Chinese Reading and Writing modules are also available in weekday at CUHK as part of the regular courses.
#
Starting from
Finishing at
CAN2203,
CAN3303,
#Chinese Reading I, II, III, Newspaper
CAN4403,
25-Sep-15
11-Dec-15
CAN4633
#Regular daytime courses at 3-credit each and there are 4 courses offered for the period.
^ class day and time subject to confirmation by the Centre

Weekday^

Differences are shown as followings;

Sessions/module
Regular Courses
36 sessions

Tuition fee/module
HK$4,770 Textbook not included

Application fee
HK$400

Part-time Courses

HK$5,670 Textbook included

HK$200

40 sessions

9:30-12:20^
or
13:30-16:20^

Deposit
HK$1200 (refundable after
course completion.)
Not applicable

Enquiry: 3943 6727

Email: clc@cuhk.edu.hk

Web: www.cuhk.edu.hk/clc

Facebook.com/clccuhk

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Yale-China Chinese Language Centre
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Non-native Speakers Series

Cantonese Part-time Foundation Certificate

Programmes
New Evening Classes in January, April, July & October
New Saturday Classes in January, May & September
<Foundation Certificate in Chinese as a Foreign/ Second Language (Cantonese) > is recognized under the Qualifications Framework.

Widely spoken in Hong Kong, Macau, Guangdong Province, Cantonese is one of the seven major dialects of China. It is also
the most widely spoken Chinese dialect by overseas Chinese communities. Its origin dates from as early as the Qin Dynasty
(221 to 206 BC). During the Song Dynasty (960 to 1279 AD), the occupation of northern China by foreign invaders caused an
exodus of the Han Chinese to southern China, where the Cantonese dialect took shape. Hong Kong is the only place in China
where people think in their own dialect (Cantonese) and use it officially to discuss serious issues. Its long heritage and countless
ties to ancient Chinese culture, together with the fact that Cantonese has far-reaching influence on the pop culture among the
Asian Pacific region, all these have made Cantonese a very interesting and essential language.

Yale-China Chinese Language Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Centre
Founded in 1963 under the joint auspices of New Asia College and the Yale-China Association, the Centre became part of the
Chinese University in 1974 and has been responsible for the teaching of Chinese language (Putonghua and Cantonese) of
University students as well as other Putonghua and Cantonese learners. Courses are offered in two different series: for nonnative speakers and for native speakers of Chinese. All the series have different levels to meet the needs and aptitude of
students.

The Programme
Cantonese training modules:
At beginner level, the modules focus on oral skills and listening comprehension, with proficiency-oriented activities based on
useful vocabulary items, daily expressions and a wide variety of patterns. Upon intermediate and advanced level, more topics
and activities will be linked to the needs shared by students of the similar profession or background. For reference only,
students are usually expected to spend no less than 4 hours a week on revision to make progress.
Module 1 (CP2101)
Elementary Cantonese I
Module 2 (CP2102)
Elementary Cantonese II
Module 3 (CP2103)
Intermediate Cantonese I
Module 4 (CP2104)
Intermediate Cantonese II
Module 5 (CP2105)
Upper Intermediate Cantonese I*
Module 6 (CP2106)
Upper Intermediate Cantonese
II*
Module 7 (CP2107) Advanced
Cantonese I*
Module 8 (CP2108)
Advanced Cantonese II*

Introduction to Cantonese sounds and tones.

Topics: Greetings , at school, time and date, a shopping day
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones.
Topics: Talk about hobbies, telling location, meet my family, tour around
HK, in the office.
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics include
dining out, describing people, having fun, shopping around, going to
doctor.
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics: talking
about media, working life, going abroad, moving into a new house, when I
was young
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics: hiring
a helper, a day in the office, entertainment and sports, dinner at teachers
home, at a wedding party.
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics: at the
airport, an evening get-together in Cantonese, seeing a film together,
discussing travel plans, talking about hobbies.
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics:
looking for a job, buying a computer and connecting to the web, renting a
flat in HK, moving to a new home, going to the doctor.
Revision on sentence structure, Cantonese sounds & tones. Topics: picked
pocket, Hong Kong news media, Hong Kong transportation, Hong Kong
fashion, Hong Kong dining.

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3
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40
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3
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40
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3
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40
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3
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40
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3
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40
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3
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*Module 5 and above are not part of the Foundation Certificate programme. Credits earned in all of the above modules cannot be transferred to the
daytime programme for Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma award.

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Chinese reading modules:

CLC Chinese reading modules focus on the teaching of Chinese reading and writing of traditional Chinese characters.
Introduction to Chinese scripts and culture is a cultural and knowledge course for those who do not have knowledge of
Cantonese and/ or Chinese. Taught in English, it introduces basic Chinese characters with real life examples. Introduction will
also be given on the formation of Chinese characters, stroke orders and interesting stories behind Chinese characters. Chinese
reading I is a solid training course on reading and character recognition taught in simple Cantonese with supplementary
English explanation. It introduced the use of Chinese characters with real life examples and contextual exercises with focus on
recognition of Chinese characters and readings on sentence level. Chinese reading II is an upper intermediate course to
introduce the use of Chinese characters with real life examples and contextualized exercises. It will focus on recognition of
Chinese characters and readings at paragraph level. For reference only, students are usually expected to spend no less than 4
hours a week on revision to make progress.

Module 1 Introduction to Chinese Scripts and Culture

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

Module 2 Chinese Reading I

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

Module 3 Chinese Reading II

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

Module 4 Chinese Reading III

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

Module 5 Advanced Chinese Reading

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

Module 6 Newspaper

~ 40 sessions

3 credits

The Award
Foundation Certificate in Chinese as a Foreign /
Second Language (Cantonese)
()
Qualification Register registration no: 12/000915/2. QF level = 2. Validity period: 5 May 2008
to 31 December 2015

Award Requirements:

Completion of any two modules of CP2101 to CP2104.

Minimum attendance rate of 70%.

Satisfactory assessment.

Yale-China Chinese Language Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Foundation Certificate in Chinese Characters

The course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses for Continuing Education Fund (CEF) purposes.
Qualification Register registration no: 12/000914/2. QF level = 2. Validity period: 5 May 2008 to 31 December 2015

Award Requirements:

Completion of any three modules of Chinese Reading modules.

Minimum attendance rate of 70%.

Satisfactory assessment.

Weekday daytime courses also available.

Foundation Certificate in Chinese Local Language and Culture (Cantonese)

()
The course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses for Continuing Education Fund (CEF) purposes.
Qualification Register registration no: 12/000911/2. QF level = 2. Validity period: 5 May 2008 to 31 December 2015

Award Requirements:

Completion of any two modules of CP2101 to CP2104 and one module of Chinese Reading.

Minimum attendance rate of 70%.

Satisfactory assessment.

The Teaching Materials

The Academic Activity Division of CLC publishes teaching materials and learning aids based on abundant teaching experience
guided by teaching research findings. Cantonese: A Short Course I/ II and supplementary materials prepared by CLC will be
used in Cantonese for Non-native Speakers Series. Students are also recommended to acquire a copy of English Cantonese
Pocket Dictionary and Chinese English Pocket Dictionary to facilitate their learning.

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Assessment
Quiz (written/ oral), final exam (oral), instructors assessment and attendance.
* Note: students can take the course without assessment as long as they sign a declaration form. However, the students will not be, if available,
entitled to CUHK award-bearing certificate.

The Teachers
Well-qualified instructors of the Chinese University who are experienced in Teaching Cantonese as a Foreign/ Second
Language. For more information, please check CLCs website http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/clc/e_staff.htm#cpd under CPD.

Application Procedures
1. Download application form from www.cuhk.edu.hk/clc/part-time
2. Study the placement guidelines and take necessary actions: www.cuhk.edu.hk/clc/placement
3. Study and sign the notes to application attached to the application form.
4. Send in completed application form together with signed notes by email, fax or in person to CLC office.
5. CLC staff will check whether the applicants immigration status is eligible to study in HK.
6. Those who would like to receive an award certificate issued by CUHK, on top of study hours and assessment
requirement, should submit an (a) ID/ passport copy (b) a copy of education document certifying that you are at least
attained HK secondary 5 (grade 11) or equivalent level.

Yale-China Chinese Language Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Contact Us
Continuing Education Section,
Yale-China Chinese Language Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Shatin Head Office & Classrooms

Opening Hour:

8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Monday to Thursday) 8:45 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. (Friday)
No service on Saturday, Sunday and public holiday.

Address:

G/F, Fong Shu Chuen Building, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories

Tsim Sha Tsui Classrooms

Opening Hour:

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday)

No service on Saturday, Sunday and public holiday.

Address:

2/F, Tsim Sha Tsui Kai Fong District Welfare Association, 136A Nathan Road,
Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Tel:

3943 6727

Fax:

2603 5004

Email: clc@cuhk.edu.hk
Web site: www.cuhk.edu.hk/clc

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Rev. Oct 2014

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