Cambridge IGCSET Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language Student's Book

Chua Ting Fang, Michelle Tate, Grace Trefalt, Yanmei Wu, Yalun Ellen Yilmaz, Yu Bin

ISBN 10: 0008780625 / ISBN 13: 9780008780623

Published by HarperCollins Publishers, GB, 2026

About this Item

The Collins Cambridge IGCSET Mandarin Chinese course delivers broad coverage of the Cambridge IGCSET Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language (0547) syllabus, for examination from 2028. With a skills-based communicative approach, this topic-based Student's Book teaches language and skills in context, with varied practice to help all students succeed. This title is endorsed for the Cambridge Pathway to support the full Cambridge IGCSE Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language syllabus (0547) for examination from 2028. Skills-based approach: Employs a communicative, active-learning methodology with equal coverage of reading, writing, listening and speaking within engaging, age-appropriate contexts.Syllabus alignment: All topics, grammar and vocabulary are mapped to the syllabus, and clear learning objectives guide students through their language development. Carefully-designed course structure introduces language and skills progressively, linking them to syllabus topics for an engaging and cohesive learning journey.Support and extension: Accommodates diverse starting points, providing targeted support for those with less experience of Chinese, and extension activities that challenge advanced learners.User-friendly design: Includes boxed highlights for key grammar points and vocabulary, and consistent features to improve language skills. A dedicated vocabulary section in each unit and a grammar reference at the end of the book facilitate effective self-study.Reflection, practice and revision: Integrates ample opportunities for practice, consolidation, and revision throughout the course. Regular Check-up and Review sections encourage students to reflect on their progress and consolidate their learning. Practice questions spaced throughout the course prepare students for assessments with confidence.Cultural insights: Each unit includes extended reading sections that offer stimulating insights into the culture and society of Chinese-speaking countries.Expert authors: Written by an expert team of experienced language teachers, drawing on years of classroom expertise to deliver effective teaching strategies.Audio resources: Free downloadable audio files available from the Collins website and through the digital subscription enhance listening comprehension and pronunciation practice. The Collins course consists of a Student's Book, Workbook, Teacher's Guide and a digital subscription on Collins Hub.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cambridge IGCSET Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language Student's Book
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers, GB
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0008780625
• ISBN 13: 9780008780623
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 710 grams

About this title

Synopsis

The Collins Cambridge IGCSE™ Mandarin Chinese course provides broad coverage of the Cambridge IGCSE™ Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language syllabus (0547) for examination from 2028. Using a skills-based, communicative approach, this topic-based Student’s Book teaches language and skills in context, offering varied and meaningful practice to help all students succeed. We are working toward endorsement of this title for the Cambridge Pathway.

Skills-based approach:
Uses a communicative, active-learning methodology with balanced coverage of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in engaging, age-appropriate contexts.

Syllabus alignment:
All topics, grammar points, and vocabulary are fully mapped to the syllabus. Clear learning objectives guide students through their language development, while the carefully designed structure introduces language and skills progressively and links them to syllabus topics for an engaging, cohesive learning journey.

Support and extension:
Designed for students with diverse starting points, offering targeted support for learners with limited prior experience of Chinese and extension activities that challenge more advanced learners.

User-friendly design:
Features boxed highlights for key grammar points and vocabulary, along with consistent tools to strengthen language skills. Each unit includes a dedicated vocabulary section, and a grammar reference at the end of the book supports effective self-study.

Reflection, practice, and revision:
Integrates ample opportunities for practice, consolidation, and revision. Regular Check-up and Review sections encourage students to assess their progress, while spaced practice questions build confidence for assessments.

Cultural insights:
Extended reading sections in each unit offer stimulating insights into the culture and society of Chinese-speaking countries, enriching students’ understanding and motivation.

Expert authors:
Developed by an expert team of experienced language teachers, drawing on years of classroom expertise to provide effective teaching strategies.

Audio resources:
Free downloadable audio files―available on the Collins website and via the digital subscription―enhance listening comprehension and pronunciation practice.

The Collins course consists of a Student’s Book, Workbook, Teacher’s Guide, and a digital subscription on Collins Hub.

About the Author

Michelle Tate