# Chinese-taught or English-taught: choose the programme first | HSKReady

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Updated: 2026-10-23T04:37:51.591Z
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The teaching language changes the evidence you need and the way you prepare for classes.

Study in China / PREPARATION GUIDE

# Chinese-taught or English-taught: choose the programme first

The teaching language changes the evidence you need and the way you prepare for classes.

HSKReady · 19 Oct 2026

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[Look at the actual curriculum](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/chinese-vs-english-taught#section-1)[Keep evidence requirements separate](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/chinese-vs-english-taught#section-2)[Plan for learning after admission](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/chinese-vs-english-taught#section-3)[Sources & scope](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/chinese-vs-english-taught#sources)

## Look at the actual curriculum

Compare modules, assessment methods and the academic background expected for the programme. A familiar teaching language is useful, but it does not make an unsuitable subject a good fit. Confirm the language of lectures, assignments and any placement directly with the programme.

## Keep evidence requirements separate

A Chinese-taught route may specify HSK; an English-taught route may specify English evidence and its own exemptions. Read the exact programme and funding notices. Do not carry an HSK threshold from one teaching route into another or assume that English teaching removes every Chinese-related requirement.

## Plan for learning after admission

Alongside the entry exam, practise taking notes, reading material in your subject and explaining your ideas. Keep everyday communication on a separate practice plan. HSKReady can support your HSK exam preparation when that exam is part of your chosen route.

## Sources & scope

- [Hainan University · Chinese Government Scholarship, 2026–2027](https://sie.hainanu.edu.cn/info/1559/7944.htm)Source checked · 19 Oct 2026

- [ASEAN University Network · China–AUN Scholarship, 2026/2027](https://www.aunsec.org/aun-action/scholarships/china-aun-scholarship)Source checked · 19 Oct 2026

YOUR NEXT STEP

## Turn a requirement into a preparation plan.

Keep your language target and practical preparation together.

[Build my checklist](https://hskready.app/en/goals/checklist?goal=study)

## Keep exploring

[Admission and scholarship: check two sets of requirements](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/admission-vs-scholarship)[HSK and HSKK: record exactly what your programme asks for](https://hskready.app/en/study-in-china/hsk-and-hskk)