Study International Foundation Program
Progress to Leading Universities in China
CSCA + HSK Dual-Syllabus Prep | University Application Planning | Scholarship Guidance
Study International Foundation Program
Progress to Leading Universities in China
CSCA + HSK Dual-Syllabus Prep | University Application Planning | Scholarship Guidance
An extensive network of key partner universities: 985 / 211 · Double First-Class
A national "Double First-Class" Class A university and a 985/211 key comprehensive university, strong across the humanities, sciences and medicine, with consistently top international rankings.
Located in Shanghai with a highly international environment and abundant resources, it has a mature system for training international students; the International Foundation Program articulates into a wide range of undergraduate majors.
A national "Double First-Class" Class A university and a 985/211 key comprehensive university with a full spectrum of disciplines and outstanding strength in engineering, computer science, agriculture and medicine.
Located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang — a thriving digital economy and a highly livable city — it enrolls international students at scale with a well-developed training system; the International Foundation Program articulates into a wide range of undergraduate majors.
A national "Double First-Class" university and a 985/211 key university, with extensive experience in international student education through its School of International Cultural Exchange.
Located in Lanzhou, a key node on the Belt and Road, with an affordable cost of living; its foundation education and progression outcomes are solid, articulating into multiple undergraduate institutions.
A national "Double First-Class" university and a 211 key university, nationally top-ranked in disciplines such as mining engineering and safety science & engineering.
Located in Xuzhou, Jiangsu, with deep engineering heritage and moderate living costs, it offers distinctive advantages in engineering employment and further study.
A national "Double First-Class" university and a 985/211 key comprehensive university — one of the renowned "Old Eight Schools" of architecture — with outstanding strength in engineering and architecture.
Located in Chongqing with a beautiful campus and affordable living costs, it offers well-developed international student services and International Foundation Program articulation.
A national "Double First-Class" university and a 211 key university, with distinctive strengths in signature disciplines such as plant protection and big data.
Located in Guiyang at the forefront of China–ASEAN education cooperation, with a pleasant climate, low living costs and convenient exchanges with Southeast Asia.
A dual-syllabus curriculum: HSK for language, CSCA for academics — taught in subject tracks, in small classes. Both are indispensable.
Undergraduate academic proficiency test for international students in China · China Scholastic Competency Assessment
First unified global exam
Mandatory for scholarship-track university applications
Covers all undergraduate applicants
Chinese Proficiency Test · Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi
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Aligned with the Ministry of Education's Catalogue of Undergraduate Majors, chosen by interest and career direction — full coverage across engineering, business, humanities, medicine, sciences and arts.
The majors listed above are examples of available study options. The complete catalogue of majors and codes is available free of charge from our advisors after you join our Online Trial Class or leave your contact details.
Flexible online learning + immersive on-campus experience — choose what fits
Highly Recommended
Live classes by expert teachers + recorded replays + full mock exams
Enroll anytime year-round · rolling intakes
Ideal for students who cannot come to China yet and want flexible study at home
Key Advantages
Flexible On-Campus Study Options
Full-time on a university campus · immersive Chinese environment
At partner universities such as Tongji University and Lanzhou University
Face-to-face teaching to adapt early to study and life in China
Key Advantages
A six-step full-service journey from consultation to admission; three class types — Sprint, Full-Track and 1-on-1 — precisely matched to your child's level
| Class | Entry Level | Goal | Core Courses | Duration | Class Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Subject Sprint | No prior Chinese / Some prior Chinese | CSCA single-subject score boost + undergraduate progression | Academic Vocabulary · Humanities/Science Chinese · Mathematics · Physics · Chemistry | 1.5–3 weeks | ≈20–45 class hours |
| Humanities/Science Comprehensive Intensive Class | HSK 3 ≥ 180 or equivalent | Undergraduate admission to 985/211 universities + scholarship | Academic Vocabulary + Humanities/Science Chinese + Mathematics + Physics or Chemistry + HSK 4 Sprint + after-class Q&A | 14 weeks | ≈170 class hours |
| Chinese Language Sprint Class | HSK 3 ≥ 180 or equivalent | Chinese language major + scholarship | Mathematics + HSK 4 Sprint (Chinese test waived if HSK 4 already passed) | 10 weeks | ≈117 class hours |
| Class | Entry Level | Goal | Core Courses | Duration | Class Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner Full-Track Class | No prior Chinese | Meet humanities/science progression requirements | Systematic language training HSK 1→4 + CSCA humanities/science comprehensive intensive + cultural courses | 1 year | ≈700 class hours |
| Intermediate Full-Track Class | HSK 2 ≥ 120 | Undergraduate admission to 985/211 universities + scholarship | Language training HSK 2→4 sprint + CSCA humanities/science comprehensive + cultural courses | 6 months | ≈480 class hours |
| Advanced Full-Track Class | HSK 3 ≥ 180 | Undergraduate admission to 985/211 universities + scholarship | Taught in Chinese and English · Academic Vocabulary + Humanities/Science Chinese + Mathematics + Physics or Chemistry + HSK 4 Sprint | 6 months | ≈400 class hours |
| Type | Entry Level | Goal | Core Courses | Duration | Class Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSCA 1-on-1 | With Chinese foundation | Targeted improvement in weak areas | Single humanities/science subject · Academic Vocabulary · Q&A | Per session | 60 minutes |
| HSK 1-on-1 | Any level | HSK single-section score boost | Listening, speaking, reading, writing · targeted breakthroughs | Per session | 60 minutes |
Proper, standardized teaching by expert instructors: every teacher holds a formal teaching credential, with elite-university backgrounds, solid subject mastery and extensive experience teaching international students — a standardized teaching system that guarantees the quality of both language and subject training
Turning every parental concern into a visible, deliverable guarantee.
Your child studies at a legitimate public / Double First-Class university in China. Degrees are internationally recognized, notarizable and verifiable — accepted for further study, employment and civil service exams back home, with assured value.
Comprehensive access control and security, unified dormitory management, medical insurance, airport pickup and check-in — all handled by dedicated staff. A personal advisor plus parent group chats keep you in touch anytime, with regular updates on your child.
No high scores or prior foundation required; we recommend applying about 6 months in advance. A systematic language + subject transition into undergraduate study, available both online and on campus.
Guarantee 4 · [Foundation Stage IFP] Tuition Reduction
To encourage Southeast Asian students to enroll in the IFP (International Foundation Program), applicants with HSK Level 3 or above may submit a special application; once approved, they receive an RMB 2,000 tuition reduction for the International Foundation Program.
Foundation Language Training
Mock Exams + AI Analysis
University Selection
Application Submission
Visa Processing
Airport Pickup to Campus
International Foundation Program
Successful Enrollment
Target: CSCA ≥ 60 and HSK ≥ Level 3; if the target is not met after completing the required coursework, students may re-study the program free of charge until they pass.
Priority application to partner 985/211 universities; if not admitted, a refund per the contract applies.
TCN is the exclusive Southeast Asia regional operator officially authorized by Fortune Global 500 Hailiang Group, and the official service window jointly operated with Hailiang, coordinating regional admissions consulting and student services in China. Building on Hailiang's 30+ years of educational heritage and global industrial presence, we provide end-to-end services — from language learning and exam preparation to university placement and career arrangements — as a long-term partner for your child's studies in China.
We are not just an agency — we are the chief strategic partner connecting outstanding students worldwide to their future in the East. Beyond application submission, we deliver precise talent cultivation and placement: university applications, CSCA/HSK preparation, school selection planning and scholarship applications, all the way to internship and employment arrangements after graduation — a true one-stop service.
Dear Parents,
Greetings!
We understand deeply that every parent wants their child to attend a legitimate, high-quality school, follow a secure path to higher education, and enjoy a brighter future. We don't do formulaic marketing — we only provide compliant, safe, stable and reliable study-in-China solutions. From language training and exam preparation to university placement and career arrangements, we accompany your child throughout and take responsibility to the very end.
We sincerely invite you to join our online trial class. If convenient, you are also welcome to visit China for an on-site inspection — we will arrange a private car to pick you up at the airport and show you, with your own eyes, your child's future school and living environment.
We look forward to working hand in hand with you to safeguard your child's growth and unlock a broader future.
Respectfully,
The TCN Team
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Real student score reports
Statistics of graduates over the past five years (2021–2025) · subject to the latest official release
Proven teaching results at TCN · authentic, verifiable scores
Listening 98 · Reading 99 · Writing 87 · Speaking (Advanced) 75
Mathematics (English) 90/100 · Chemistry (English) 97.5/100
Science Chinese · Physics (English) · Mathematics (English) — all subjects passed
Listening 74 · Reading 72 · Writing 74 · Speaking (Advanced) 78
Real student admission letters — the results of TCN's placement services
Yes — you can rest assured. China has one of the lowest crime rates in Asia, with long-term social stability and excellent public security; Chinese universities also maintain world-leading campus safety management — closed campus management and comprehensive security systems ensure international students are well looked after.
At the execution level, every step has dedicated staff:
Absolutely. Zero foundation is exactly where the IFP pathway is designed to start: your child begins from the very basics of both syllabi — HSK Level 1 for language and CSCA for academics — progressing step by step along a structured learning path. Whether you choose the online or on-campus class, both follow the same dual-syllabus teaching and the same standard.
Beyond the courses, we provide a testing and mock exam system (staged mock exams + AI-powered analysis), so your child always knows exactly what to improve — progress you can see.
Most importantly, it's contractually guaranteed: if targets are not met after completing the required coursework (CSCA < 60 or HSK < Level 3), students can re-study the program free of charge until they pass — written in black and white in the contract.
Costs mainly depend on whether you choose the Online International Foundation Program or the On-Campus International Foundation Program — the two class types differ in format, schedule and fees:
Students who meet the grade requirements can also apply for scholarships to further ease the family burden. For a detailed fee breakdown and payment options, we recommend joining the online trial class or leaving your contact details on this page — our advisors will provide a clear, transparent fee list with no hidden charges based on your child's education background, intended major and chosen class type. You can also apply for a visit to China — we'll pick you up by private car and discuss everything face to face.
1) Foundation stage · Hailiang Group IFP Special Scholarship: established by Hailiang Group specifically for Southeast Asian students enrolling in the International Foundation Program (IFP). It has an eligibility threshold — applicants must have HSK Level 3 or above to qualify — and eligible students receive a tuition reduction.
2) Undergraduate stage · COS / CSC scholarships: after progressing to a bachelor's degree, students can apply per official criteria for the China Opportunity Scholarship (COS, Type A0–A4, covering up to full tuition plus stipends) or the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC); we guide the entire document preparation and application process.
For specific scholarship tiers, quotas and timelines, join our Online Trial Class or leave your details — our advisors will provide a detailed one-on-one assessment based on your child's actual grades and situation.
Don't worry — the visa process is fully guided. After admission, our advisor team provides guidance and assistance throughout the application process: document checklists, paperwork guidance, form filling and submission — you and your child only need to prepare the basic documents and provide information as requested.
Processing times are explained step by step according to your country's specific visa procedures: embassy timelines vary by country, and your advisor will give you a clear schedule when the process starts — you can check progress anytime, including what's done and what's still needed.
During the service period, your dedicated advisor is online 7 days a week, 12 hours a day, reachable anytime via WeChat / WhatsApp — questions get an immediate response; you'll never be left unable to reach anyone.
Of course — visits are very welcome.