Maastricht | Beginner 1 (HSK 1)

你好! Welcome to the HSK Standard Course Level 1.

What can you expect from HSK 1 (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì Yī)?
  • You will learn the basics of the Chinese language and get introduced to Mandarin Chinese, including pinyin phonetics and writing Chinese characters.
  • Start having simple conversations about everyday topics.
  • Practice with fellow students in an interactive classroom environment.
  • Receive personal feedback from our experienced teachers.
  • Prepare for the HSK 1 exam.
  • Start your Chinese journey now!
Study Duration

20 lessons of 2 hours each. In addition, 60 hours of self-study are recommended.
This course is intended for students with no or very basic knowledge of the Chinese language.
All aspects of the Chinese language will be covered during the course, including listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills.

Course Information – HSK 1
  • Academic Year: 2025 – 2026
  • Course: Beginner 1 (HSK 1)
  • Course Duration: September 17, 2025 – February 4, 2026
  • Class Time: Wednesdays 16:50 – 18:50
  • Location: CIM | Brusselseweg 150, Maastricht

Class Dates:

  • September: 17, 22* (Online), 24, 29* (Online)
  • October: 1, 8, 22, 29
  • November: 5, 12, 19, 26
  • December: 3, 10, 17
  • January: 7, 14, 21, 28
  • February: 4

Classes marked with an asterisk () will take place online instead of on-site. You will receive a Teams link from the teacher in time.*

Course Information – HSK 1 Online – This course will not start
  • Academic Year: 2025 – 2026
  • Course: Beginner 1 (HSK 1)
  • Course Duration: September 16, 2025 – February 3, 2026
  • Class Time: Tuesdays 18:30 – 20:30
  • Location: Online (Teams)

Class Dates:

  • September: 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
  • October: 7, 21, 28
  • November: 4, 11, 18, 25
  • December: 2, 9, 16
  • January: 1, 13, 20, 27
  • February: 3
Language of Instruction

This course is taught by one of our experienced teachers. Depending on the group composition, the course will be conducted in Chinese/Dutch or Chinese/English.

Study Materials

The study materials for the HSK 1 course are included in the course fee.

Important Information

Each course requires a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 15 participants. If a course cannot start, we will inform you in time and refund your course fee.

HSK Exam

After completing the HSK 1 book in one semester, you can register for the HSK 1 exam. For more information about HSK exams, click here.

Price range: €250.00 through €295.00

Week of September 15th 2025
Tuesday 18:30-20:30 (Online) | Wednesday 16:50-18:50
HSK 1