Chinese language programs

The Confucius Institute at La Trobe University offers a range of Chinese Mandarin language courses catering to the beginner or more advanced learner.

Through our structured program of Chinese language courses, students will progressively learn correct pronunciation with the assistance of Pinyin Romanisation and tones, learn sentence structures and their grammatical features, and develop a familiarity with simplified Chinese characters. While all four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing will be covered, an emphasis is placed on the development of conversational skills.

Language learning will be complemented with an exploration of culture.

Why study at the Confucius Institute at La Trobe University

  • A structured program to meet the needs of learners from beginners level to intermediate to advanced
  • Qualified Chinese language teaching professionals to make your learning journey a happy one
  • Convenient class schedules to suit staff, students and the community
  • A large library collection providing a rich source of information and language references
  • Ample on-site parking, free after 5:00pm
  • Easily accessible location by public transport (tram and bus), all courses will be held at the La Trobe Confucius Institute, Building NR2 at La Trobe Bundoora Campus unless otherwise specified. For a map, visit our Contact Us page.

Please visit the Expression of Interest form to inform us of what language, culture and health and well-being courses you are interested in enrolling in and what times you are available. The timetable for Intake 1, 18th March to 19th May is available below and the enrolment form is available here

Fees and Payment options are outlined here

Timetable for the 2nd intake will be made available at the end of May the 1st intake timetable is below. You may contact us at anytime via confuciousinstitute@latrobe.edu.au to inquire about our courses. Classes will only run based upon demand. Course dates and time are subject to change.

Timetable for 1st Intake 2013 (18 March to 19th May)


 Monday
 Tuesday
 Wednesday
 Thursday
 Friday
Elementary Chinese, Level 1

5:30 to 7:30pm

Elementary Chinese, Level 2




Pre-intermediate Chinese, Level 1




Pre-intermediate Chinese, Level 2


5:30 to 7:30pm
Intermediate Chinese, Level 1




Intermediate Chinese, Level 2




Advanced Chinese, Level 1
5:30 to 7:30pm


Advanced Chinese, Level 2