Chongqing University offers a comprehensive Chinese language training program throughout the year. The study period for the spring semester is typically from late February to early July, while the fall semester starts from early September and ends around mid-January.

The duration of each semester is either 16 or 17 weeks (including two weeks of test time). Courses include 20 hours of Chinese language instruction per week, as well as optional cultural electives. Students can choose from 1-2 optional courses each semester based on their personal interests and Chinese proficiency. Mandatory core courses cover Comprehensive Chinese, Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. Elective courses include Chinese Painting and Calligraphy, Chinese Martial Arts, Chinese Culture, Chinese Newspaper Reading, HSK Lectures, Business Chinese, etc.

Upon completion of the entrance Chinese proficiency placement test, students will be classified into different levels of classes. Students who successfully complete all prescribed courses and pass the corresponding assessments will be eligible to receive a Study Certificate issued by the School of Foreign Languages of Chongqing University.