Course Summary

Chinese is one of the world’s most fascinating languages, opening doors to rich cultures, global opportunities, and international communication. If you are a complete beginner or want to learn the basics, our Chinese Elementary 1 course in Melbourne is the perfect starting point.

What You’ll Learn

  • Basic Chinese vocabulary and everyday expressions
  • Correct pronunciation and listening skills
  • Reading and writing fundamentals
  • Cultural insights to support real-world communication

Who This Course Is For

  • Beginners with no prior Chinese knowledge
  • Heritage speakers who want to improve basics
  • Learners interested in Chinese culture and communication

Currently, we have no dates scheduled for this course. Please contact us via email customer.care@boxhill.edu.au to register your interest.

Zoe Chen

Zoe makes learning Chinese an enjoyable and enriching experience!

 Here’s what students appreciate most:

  • Engaging Content & Teaching Style: Her lessons are clear, well-structured, and perfect for beginners. Students love the balance of language learning and cultural insights.
  • Cultural Understanding Made Simple: Zoe brings Chinese culture to life in a way that’s easy to understand and fascinating for learners.
  • Patience & Support: Students value Zoe’s calm, patient approach—especially when progress feels slow. She creates a stress-free environment where everyone feels comfortable.

In short: Zoe combines expert teaching with cultural depth, making every class enjoyable and confidence-building for beginners.

There are no prerequisites for Elementary 1 or Travellers courses.

If you already have some knowledge of the language, you can book a free language skills assessment.

Not sure which level is right for you?
See our skill-level guide.

Textbook:

New Practical Chinese Reader – Texbook 1 (2nd ed.)

New Practical Chinese Reader Workbook  1 (2nd ed)

Available from:

LANGUAGE INTERNATIONAL, 15 Station Street, Kew East Vic 3102 ph: (03) 9857 0030

Please note that any cancellations or postponements will be announced at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled class. We recommend considering this before purchasing any class materials.

Last updated: November 21, 2025 04:36pm