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BCI Open Day A Huge Success

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  Over 50 Students Attend BCI "Drop In & Discover" Event The Business Confucius Institute was delighted to welcome more than 50 students and staff to our Drop In & Discover BCI event on 8 October. The informal open session gave visitors the opportunity to explore the wide range of opportunities available through the Institute,...

🌕📸 Mid-Autumn Moon Photo Competition Winners

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Leeds Under the Mid-Autumn Moon: Celebrating Our 2026 Photo Competition This September as part of our mid autumn festival celebration, we invited our students, staff and wider community to capture the beauty of the Mid-Autumn moon alongside the landmarks and scenery that make Leeds unique. We were delighted to receive four entries, each offering a...

Over 100 Attendees Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival at the University of Leeds

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    Over 100 Attendees Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival at the University of Leeds The Business Confucius Institute (BCI) welcomed more than 100 staff, students and members of the local community to its Mid-Autumn Festival celebration on Thursday 24 September, with all places fully booked ahead of the event. Led by BCI Headteacher Tao Li, the...

BCI Short Video Competition 2026 Winners Announced

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The Business Confucius Institute (BCI) at the University of Leeds is delighted to announce the winners of the 2026 BCI Short Video Competition. Now in its second year, the competition invited students, staff, alumni and members of the wider BCI community to create short videos exploring Chinese language, Chinese culture and the experiences that connect...

BCI Community Comes Together for a Festive End-of-Year Celebration

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BCI Community Celebrates the End of the Academic Year The Business Confucius Institute (BCI) brought students, friends, family members and members of the local community together on Saturday 18 July for a joyful End of Academic Year Party, celebrating another successful year of learning, cultural exchange and friendship. Held at the University of Leeds, the...

Harrogate Grammar School Students Visit University of Leeds for a Day of Mandarin Learning and Cultural Discovery

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Twenty Year 8 students from Harrogate Grammar School enjoyed an inspiring day at the University of Leeds on 15 July, combining language learning, cultural activities and a taste of university life. Accompanied by Adrian Stipetic, Head of Modern Foreign Languages, the students travelled to Leeds for a special programme organised by the Business Confucius Institute...

Leeds City Academy Pupils Explore Chinese Language and Culture

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On Tuesday 14 July, the Business Confucius Institute (BCI) at the University of Leeds delivered a series of engaging Chinese language and culture sessions for Year 7 students at Leeds City Academy. Throughout the day, five classes of 20 students took part in the workshops, with a total of 100 pupils participating. The sessions introduced...

BCI Teacher Training Workshop Explores Mandarin Education in UK Schools

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The Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds (BCI) recently welcomed Chinese language teachers to a professional development workshop focused on language education in UK schools and the delivery of GCSE and A Level Mandarin qualifications. Held on 9 July, the training event brought together experienced educators and examination specialists to share practical insights...

BCI Enhances Teachers’ English Communication Skills to Support Excellence in Chinese Language Teaching

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BCI Completes First Advanced English Communication Skills Workshop The Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds (BCI) has successfully completed the first edition of its Advanced English Communication Skills Workshop, designed to support the professional development of Chinese teaching staff working in English-speaking environments. Led by Professor Hu Rong, Chinese Director of BCI and...

BCI Partner School Performs at UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival

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The Business Confucius Institute (BCI) at the University of Leeds was pleased to support long-standing partner Leeds New Vision Education Chinese School (New Vision) in attending this year's UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival in Salford, Greater Manchester. Established in 2012, the UK Chinese Dragon Boat Festival has grown into one of the UK's leading celebrations...