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The Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds
We promote the understanding of Chinese language and culture in the UK, with a business focus on helping companies to communicate with Chinese customers more effectively.
Events
BCI Library Hours
Drop in at our office to study, browse our books or just to chat with a member of staff.
Chinese Evening Courses (2024-25 term 3)
This 10-week term runs from the week beginning 5th May to the week beginning 7th or 14th July 2025. Visit our Evening Course pages for full details.
News
HEAR CHINA – The Sounds of the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers
On June 13, attendees at the University of Leeds were treated to a rich cultural journey during HEAR CHINA:...
Leeds University Wins BIG at Prestigious 24th China Bridge Competition!
5th June 2025 — Leeds University students brought home major accolades from the renowned 24th China Bridge Competition, making it...
BCI Partner School Shines at UK Dragon Boat Race 2025
The 11th UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival made a vibrant splash at Salford’s Media City on Sunday, 25th May, with thousands...
Posts
Polly's Chinese Bridge 2025 Experience
I am so grateful I had the opportunity to take part in this year’s Chinese Bridge Speaking Competition 汉语桥比赛. The competition was comprised of three...
Harry's Chinese Bridge 2025 Winning Experience!
Blending Corporate with Culture: Speaking the Language of Business If there are two things I’m passionate about in life, it’s coffee and a good deal....
Bridging Business and Language: A Leeds Entrepreneur’s 18 Days in China
My Mandarin Immersion: 18 Days in China by Geoffrey Blyth As the founder of Synectics Medical, a distribution company that imports medical devices...