The Confucius Institute University of Lagos has invited applications for its 2026 Chinese Mandarin proficiency courses.
According to a notice issued by the University of Lagos Communication Unit on March 2, 2026, the Institute offers six progressive levels of Mandarin under the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi framework, HSK 1 to HSK 6. At the end of each level, students sit for the international HSK examination, after which successful candidates advance to the next stage.
The programme is available in two formats. The weekday package runs for three contact hours twice weekly, while the weekend package holds on Saturdays for three contact hours.
Applicants are required to complete the electronic application form and attach a recent passport photograph. Candidates must possess a minimum of West African Examinations Council or National Examinations Council certificate and provide a valid means of identification such as National Identification Number slip, international passport, driver’s licence, voter’s card, or current University of Lagos identification card.
University of Lagos students and staff are additionally required to submit an admission letter or Human Resource Management Directorate recommendation letter, as well as a completed student biodata form or valid institutional identity card.
For weekday classes, HSK 1 runs for four months at 60,000 naira. HSK 2 to HSK 4 range between four and ten months, with tuition set at 60,000 naira, while enrolled Confucius Institute students pay 50,000 naira. HSK 5 and HSK 6, which are offered online only, run for 18 and 24 months respectively at 50,000 naira. University of Lagos staff and registered students pay 40,000 naira.
For weekend classes, HSK 1 to HSK 4 range from four to ten months, with tuition set at 60,000 naira, while enrolled students pay 50,000 naira. University of Lagos staff and registered students also pay 40,000 naira for the weekend option.
A 10 percent rebate is available for candidates who pay for more than one level at once.
For further enquiries, interested applicants may contact the Confucius Institute Front Desk located opposite the Law Annex, behind the Faculty of Arts Block, University of Lagos, or call 08027096164. Enquiries may also be sent via email to confuciusinstitute@unilag.edu.ng.
