Cambridge IGCSE Chinese as a Foreign Language Student's Book

Build Mandarin fluency and cultural understanding with the Collins Cambridge IGCSE™ Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language Student’s Book — the complete course for the updated 2028 syllabus.

Written by expert educators Chua Ting Fang, Michelle Tate, Grace Trefalt, Yanmei Wu, Yalun Ellen Yilmaz, Yu Bin, and Yu-Chun Lin, this engaging Student’s Book covers the revised Cambridge IGCSE™ Mandarin Chinese syllabus (0547) in full. The course takes a skills-based communicative approach, teaching Mandarin through meaningful contexts that develop confidence across listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Each unit introduces new vocabulary and grammar through real-world topics, ensuring steady progression and retention. Students will find graded exercises, practice questions, and assessment opportunities designed to reinforce understanding and build exam readiness.

Beyond language skills, the book features rich cultural spreads that immerse learners in the diversity and traditions of the Chinese-speaking world — encouraging curiosity, empathy, and global perspective. Whether in the classroom or at home, this textbook provides a cohesive and motivating learning journey for learners of all abilities.

These materials are being developed towards endorsement for the Cambridge Pathway, ensuring alignment with Cambridge International’s rigorous standards for quality and effectiveness.

Key Features

• Covers the Cambridge IGCSE™ Mandarin Chinese (0547) syllabus for examination from 2028.

• Develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through integrated practice.

• Includes graded exercises, progress checks, and exam-style questions.

• Encourages cultural awareness through thought-provoking cultural sections.

• Provides a carefully-sequenced course structure for clear, steady progression.

• Written by a team of experienced Mandarin teachers and exam specialists.