Chinese Courses in Shanghai

Study Chinese in Shanghai and experience the cosmopolitan lifestyle of China’s ever-expanding metropolis. Though the pace of change in Shanghai is staggering, China’s most international city insists on maintaining its cultural heritage. EF Shanghai is centrally located directly on Huai Hai Road, in the heart of this modern city. Our Chinese courses are within easy walking distance of colorful neighborhood markets, traditional restaurants and Western shopping boutiques.

EF’s Chinese courses in Shanghai are conducted by our expert teachers, fully qualified and experienced in teaching Mandarin to international students. Our proven method and small class sizes ensure that your progress in our language courses is optimized for real-world use. EF Shanghai features comfortable classrooms, a state-of-the-art student lounge, a flourishing garden and a spacious balcony. EF Shanghai’s language classes in Mandarin pronunciation training and Chinese idioms prepare students for real-world interactions on the city’s streets. For an even further immersion into Chinese culture enroll in our special interest classes in Chinese calligraphy or TaiJi Boxing.

The Pearl of the Orient

Arriving in Shanghai you will first be struck by a futuristic skyline, dominated by the rising globes of the Oriental Pearl Tower. Thanks to decades as an important trading post with Europe and the Americas, Shanghai is considered the most western city in China. But don’t let the city’s status as an international gateway fool you, Shanghai is an authentic Chinese metropolis, moving fast towards the future but with an appreciation for the traditions of the past.

EF’s personalized Chinese courses in Shanghai are a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience authentic Chinese culture first-hand. Go beyond the rapidly growing downtown and discover Art Deco buildings from the city’s early days as a trading port. Wake up early and watch the locals gather in the parks for morning exercise. Learn how to haggle at the Yuyuan Bazaar or get a traditional Chinese massage. Have a suit or dress custom-made at the South Bund Fabric Market, and pick up some curios along Dungtai Road. Observe a traditional Chinese tea ceremony and savor delicate dumplings in the old town. EF Shanghai students mirror the city’s fascinating balancing act between modern and ancient China.