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Inspiring Insights into UK–China Business with Christina Xu On Tuesday 9 June, the Business Confucius Institute (BCI) welcomed students, staff, and members of the wider community to an engaging lunchtime talk with Christina Xu, University of Leeds alumna, entrepreneur, and Founder of China Marketing Corp. Held at Clothworkers Court, the session offered attendees a unique...
University of Leeds Students Shine at the 25th Chinese Bridge UK Finals Three students from the University of Leeds proudly represented the University at the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition UK Finals, one of the UK's most prestigious competitions for learners of Mandarin Chinese. Serenay Koch, Tomas Fraser and Ethan Atherton showcased exceptional language...
The Business Confucius Institute (BCI) recently delivered a cultural insight session for staff within the University of Leeds Student Counselling & Wellbeing Service, aimed at strengthening understanding of Chinese student experiences. Hu Rong, Chinese Director of the BCI, alongside Chinese language teacher Jiahui Zhou, led the engaging and informative presentation. The session, attended by around...
Taichi for Wellbeing: Supporting Leeds’ Senior Chinese Community One of our BCI teachers, Tao Li, recently delivered a free Taichi workshop for the Leeds Chinese Community Association, bringing together 35 local Chinese residents for a gentle and engaging session focused on health and wellbeing. The majority of participants were retirees in their 70s and...
On Thursday 30 April, 15 students gathered in the Liberty Building’s SR 1.11 for a gentle and creative introduction to Mandarin with Qingyuan Yang, a BCI teacher and enthusiastic birdwatcher. Qingyuan shared stories from birdwatching in China and the UK, then guided students through how birds appear in Chinese characters, vocabulary, and poetic descriptions. They...
Sixteen University of Leeds students (aged 18–22) have just completed an inspiring and action‑packed “China Camp 2026”, delivered through a long‑standing partnership between the Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds (BCI) and the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing. For the students, this was their first ever visit to China,...
Last week, the BCI as part of the Spring World Unite Festival hosted a well‑attended Traditional Chinese Dance Workshop, giving participants the chance to explore the grace, rhythm and cultural heritage of Chinese classical and folk dance. The session was led by Jiahui, a versatile dancer specialising in Chinese dance with a particular passion for...
Calligraphy Workshop Brings Creativity and Culture to the Spring World Unite Festival The Business Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds (BCI) hosted a vibrant Chinese Calligraphy Workshop on Tuesday 10 March, welcoming many attendees at the Leeds University Union’s for a hands‑on introduction to one of China’s most enduring artistic traditions. The free lunchtime...
BCI supports Leeds Chinese elderly community to celebrate the Year of the Horse The Lychee Red Chinese Seniors Project welcomed the Year of the Horse with a warm and vibrant celebration on Monday 16 February, bringing together older Chinese residents, their families, and supporters for a day rich in culture, connection, and community pride. The...
Inside Chinese Football: Language, Culture & Real‑World Experience Our recent online lecture, Inside Chinese Football: Language, Culture & Real‑World Experience, delivered by Jacopo Maria Mazzanti, offered attendees an in‑depth look at the linguistic, cultural, and professional world of football in China. Jacopo—an experienced football coach, translator, and specialist in Chinese football terminology—drew on nearly five...