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Shanghai University 1+4 Foundation Route
One foundation year before a bachelor's degree in Chinese Language or International Chinese Education.
Shanghai University · Shanghai- Format
- Foundation program
- Language
- Chinese
- Apply by
- Verified against the 2026 guide. The 2027 intake and dates are not yet confirmed.
The autumn foundation runs for 36 weeks, 14 September 2026–2 July 2027, and accepts beginners. Progression applications are limited to Chinese Language or International Chinese Education and require successful completion, HSK 4 ≥180 and CSCA. Admission is not automatic.
- Over 18, completed secondary education, and passport valid for more than one year
For Chinese-taught tracks
- No prior Chinese is required for the autumn foundation
- Subsequent applications to the two listed bachelor's programmes require successful foundation completion, HSK 4 ≥180 and CSCA
- Status
- Applications closed
- Apply by
- Verified against the 2026 guide. The 2027 intake and dates are not yet confirmed.
- Study starts
- September 14, 2026