Path AStart in Russia
For students in Grades 10–11
Online Chinese→HSK→CSCA Preparation→Graduate→Apply to University
CHINA UNIVERSITY PATHWAY
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China University Pathway
From high school in Russia to university in China.
Students can begin planning for a Chinese bachelor’s degree at any level of Chinese — including complete beginners.
Path BCome to China after school
For graduates with limited or no Chinese
China Foundation Year→Chinese→HSK→CSCA→Applications→University in China
A complete preparation year
It is more than a year of Chinese.
It is a full year of preparation for university study in China.
Chinese Language
Build practical language skills from beginner level.
HSK
Prepare for the Chinese Proficiency Test used by many universities.
CSCA
Prepare for the China Scholastic Competency Assessment required for relevant applications.
Mathematics & Subjects
Study mathematics, physics or other subjects aligned with the intended major.
University Study Skills
Adapt to classes, assignments, teamwork and the pace of university study.
University Applications
Match universities to the student’s actual results at the end of the year.
The goal is not simply to study Chinese in China for a year, but to become genuinely ready to apply for a bachelor’s degree.
Student profiles
Who is the Foundation Year for?
Student A
- ✓Age 17
- ✓Russian high school graduate
- ✓No prior Chinese
Recommended pathway
China University Foundation Year
Student B
- ✓Completed Grade 11
- ✓Some Chinese
- ✓No HSK result
Recommended pathway
Foundation Year + intensive HSK preparation
Student C
- ✓Around HSK 3
- ✓Ready to progress
- ✓Planning a bachelor’s application
Recommended pathway
Advanced Chinese + CSCA + applications
The right pathway depends on age, school results, Chinese level, mathematics foundation and intended major.
Study & living campus
Where students study and live in Year One
Hangzhou Bay Accounting Academy
Hangzhou Bay Accounting Academy · Shaoxing, Zhejiang
The study and living campus for the China University Foundation Year.
This is the Foundation Year campus, not the university that will award the student’s future bachelor’s degree.
- ✓Chinese language
- ✓HSK preparation
- ✓CSCA preparation
- ✓University planning
- ✓Campus life adaptation
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Real photo placeholder 3Student room
Real photo placeholder 4Dining hall
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Real photo placeholder 6Basketball court
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Accommodation
Your Home in China
Students will use on-campus accommodation at Hangzhou Bay Accounting Academy.
- ✓Final room type
- ✓Students per room
- ✓Annual fee
- ✓Utilities
- ✓Internet
- ✓Bathroom facilities
- ✓Bedding
2027 Intake — To Be Confirmed
Dining
Daily Life & Dining
Students will be able to have their daily meals on campus.
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Meal plan
- ✓Top-up options
- ✓Monthly cost
- ✓Western-style choices
2027 Intake — To Be Confirmed
Campus life
Study Hard. Live Well.
For a 17-year-old living away from Russia for the first time, daily life is also part of the Foundation Year.
- ✓Basketball
- ✓Badminton
- ✓Table tennis
- ✓Shared sports spaces
2027 Intake — To Be Confirmed
Curriculum
What students learn during the year
Six modules prepare students for language, academic study and university applications.
Chinese Language
- ✓Pinyin and pronunciation
- ✓Everyday and campus Chinese
- ✓Listening, speaking, reading and writing
- ✓HSK vocabulary
- ✓Introductory academic Chinese
Goal: HSK 4 is the primary target; stronger students may work towards HSK 5.
This is a learning target, not a guaranteed result.
HSK Preparation
- ✓Vocabulary
- ✓Listening
- ✓Reading
- ✓Writing
- ✓Mock examinations
- ✓Exam registration guidance
CSCA Preparation
- ✓Mathematics
- ✓Subject-specific Chinese
- ✓Physics
- ✓Other required subjects
Each student’s CSCA subject combination may be different.
Academic Skills
- ✓Chinese university classrooms
- ✓Assignments
- ✓Time management
- ✓Group projects
- ✓Academic communication
- ✓Academic fundamentals
Major Exploration
- ✓Business: economics, finance, accounting, trade, management
- ✓Technology: computer science, AI, software, data science
- ✓Engineering: electronics, mechanical, automation, communications
University Applications
- ✓Student assessment
- ✓University and major matching
- ✓HSK and CSCA requirements
- ✓Application documents
- ✓Interviews
- ✓Scholarship applications when eligible
Two different assessments
HSK measures Chinese; CSCA reflects academic readiness
HSK
HSK = proof of Chinese proficiency
HSK is the Chinese Proficiency Test used to show whether a student’s Chinese meets university requirements. Many Chinese-taught degrees require HSK 4 or above, depending on the university and major.
HSK 1→
HSK 2→
HSK 3→
HSK 4→
HSK 5
HSK 4 is the primary Foundation Year learning target, not a guaranteed result.
CSCA
Chinese is essential, but students must also be ready for university study.
CSCA (China Scholastic Competency Assessment) focuses on the academic preparation needed for undergraduate study.
MathematicsSubject-specific ChinesePhysicsOther subjects
Subjects depend on the university, major, language of instruction and admissions year.
University pathway
After the Foundation Year, there is more than one university option.
Different results lead to different application choices.
Level 1 · Safety Options
Safety Options
For students meeting core HSK and CSCA requirements with average school results.
Zhejiang University of Science and Technology
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
Xuzhou University of Technology
Level 2 · Target Universities
Target Universities
For students with solid language, academic and high-school results.
Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
Jiangsu University
University of Shanghai for Science and Technology
Donghua University
Soochow University
Level 3 · Advanced Options
Advanced Options
For students who perform well during the Foundation Year.
Shanghai University
Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
East China Normal University
Level 4 · Challenge Universities
Challenge Universities
Highly selective options for students with outstanding results.
Zhejiang University
Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Nanjing University
These universities are currently reference application options only. They are not confirmed partners and admission is not guaranteed. Stronger results create a wider range of choices.
Matching logic
How results shape university choices
Example 1
HSK 4
Core CSCA level · average school results
→ Focus on Safety Options
Example 2
HSK 4–5
Good CSCA · above-average school results
→ Target Universities
Example 3
HSK 5
Strong CSCA · excellent school results
→ Advanced / Challenge Universities
These examples explain the matching logic and do not constitute an admission promise.
Start from Russia
Not ready to move to China yet? Start preparing in Russia.
Stage 1
Grade 10
- ✓Beginner Chinese
- ✓HSK foundations
- ✓Understanding Chinese universities
Direction: HSK 2–3
Stage 2
Grade 11
- ✓Intensive Chinese
- ✓HSK
- ✓Mathematics foundations
- ✓Introduction to CSCA
- ✓Bachelor’s planning
Aim towards HSK 3–4 by graduation
Option A
HSK, CSCA and school results meet university requirements
→ Apply directly for a bachelor’s degree
Option B
Chinese or academic preparation still needs improvement
→ Continue with a Foundation Year in China
Chinese learned in advance will continue to be valuable.
Transparent planning
Clear Cost Structure
Foundation Year and bachelor’s degree costs are shown separately.
Foundation Year tuitionTo be confirmed
AccommodationTo be confirmed
MealsTo be confirmed
InsuranceTo be confirmed
HSK examinationTo be confirmed
CSCA examinationTo be confirmed
BooksTo be confirmed
Visa / residence-related costsTo be confirmed
Programme service feeTo be confirmed
Family support
Students do not arrive in China alone.
Pre-departure guidance
Admissions document support
Visa document support
Campus registration
Residence check-in
Progress tracking
HSK planning
CSCA planning
University applications
Parent communication
Life in China orientation
The final service scope will be confirmed for the official admissions year.
FAQ
Questions parents often ask
Can a complete beginner join?
Yes. Students can choose the Foundation pathway designed for beginners.
Is HSK 4 guaranteed in one year?
HSK 4 is the primary learning target. Final results depend on each student’s progress and effort.
Is university admission guaranteed after one year?
The programme helps students meet application requirements and submit applications. Final decisions depend on student results and university admissions policies.
Must students attend a university linked to the Foundation campus?
No. The Foundation campus and the final bachelor’s university are two separate stages.
Which examinations are required?
Mainly HSK and the CSCA subjects required by the intended university and major.
What if the student is under 18?
Guardianship and enrolment arrangements will follow the student’s status, host institution and applicable regulations in China.
Where do students live?
First-year accommodation is planned on the Hangzhou Bay Accounting Academy campus.
Can students apply to universities in Shanghai or Hangzhou?
Yes. Students may apply across different cities and university levels based on their results.
Student assessment
Let’s identify the right pathway for you.
Share the student’s basic profile for an initial pathway assessment.