Lancaster University Confucius Institute

On 24 March 2026, Professor Weiqing Song from the University of Macau will give a talk on 'Chinese Readings of EU Strategic Autonomy: Evidence, Trends, and Policy Implications (2017–2024)'. ⏰24 March 2026,12.00-1.00pm 📍Lancaster University All welcome - lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

In celebration of the Chinese New Year, Lancaster University Confucius Institute successfully organised its annual Chinese Days outreach programme throughout February, bringing Chinese language and culture to schools across the region. lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Lancaster University Confucius Institute marked its 15th anniversary with a week-long programme celebrating traditional Chinese ink painting, featuring an exhibition and a series of public workshops led by renowned Chinese artist Li Qingyu. lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Lancaster University Confucius Institute celebrated the arrival of the Chinese New Year with two lively events in February, bringing together local communities, students, and families to experience Chinese culture and traditions. lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Chinese Language and Culture Easter School 2026: For children aged between 6-11 years old. 🗓️Wednesday 8 April to Friday 10 April 2026. ⏰9.30am to 3.30pm each day. For further information, please visit the Lancaster University Confucius Institute website: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Ink painting workshops with artist Li Qingyu at Lancaster Central Library. All welcome, please register via the links below.⬇️ 🟡Thursday 5 March 2026, 1:00pm to 2:30pm - lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst… 🟡Thursday 5 March 2026, 3:00pm to 4:30pm - lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

🟡Tai Chi classes at Lancaster University Confucius Institute. ⬇️ Wednesdays, 12.00-12.50pm. Until 18 March 2026. 🟢Tai Chi classes at Garstang Arts Centre. ⬇️ Fridays, 1.00-1.50pm (Beginner) and 2.00-2.50pm (Improver). Until 20 March 2026. lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Weekly Chinese Mandarin Language Classes - all welcome 😀 🗓️From 12 January until week beginning 16 March 2026 (10 classes). To find out more, please visit the Lancaster University Confucius Institute website: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

On 31 October 2025, Lancaster University Confucius Institute hosted the Chinese Character Creative Workshop as part of @LightUpLanc Explore Week at The Storey. The workshop welcomed around 80 participants. Find out more in the news article linked below.⬇️lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Michaelmas Term Tai Chi Classes with Qimei Li - all welcome. 😀 ⏰Wednesdays, 12.00-12.50pm 📍Lancaster University Confucius Institute ⏰Fridays, 1.00-1.50pm and 2.00-2.50pm 📍Garstang Arts Centre For further information, please visit: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Join us in The Storey today to learn about Chinese characters through a Lego game and calligraphy. 🖌️ This activity is one of many family friendly activities taking place as part of @LightUpLanc Explore Week. For further information, please visit: lightuplancaster.co.uk/exploreweek

On 19 October 2025, Lancaster University Confucius Institute brought the richness of Chinese tradition to the Lancaster Festival of Culture with an interactive display centred on the Chinese zodiac. Find out more in the news article linked below ⬇️ lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

On 10 October, Lancaster University Confucius Institute co-hosted a special musical event 'Songs from China: A Musical Workshop' at @LancasterPriory, as part of the wider Love Lancaster Live celebrations. Find out more in the news article linked below: ⬇ lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Join us this afternoon for a roundtable discussion and Q&A on The Future of Technology in Language Education. In-person and online attendees welcome, please register via the link below ⬇️ lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

On the afternoon of 7 October 2025, Lancaster University Confucius Institute hosted a warm and festive Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. Students and staff joined the gathering, which brought together poetry, music, and traditional customs. lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Play a game with Lego and calligraphy to create words in Chinese with Lancaster University Confucius Institute as part of @LightUpLanc Explore Week.🖌️㊗️ 📆Friday 31 October 2025 ⏰Drop in between 10.00am-12.00pm and 2.00-4.00pm. 📍The Storey, Lancaster lightuplancaster.co.uk/exploreweek

In 2025, Lancaster University Confucius Institute has hosted three international conferences on the topics of Traditional Chinese Medicine,Teaching and Learning Chinese in Higher Education and the Belt and Road Initiative. Find out more in the link below⬇️ lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

The Future of Technology in Language Education. All welcome to join this event (registration essential). ⏰29 October 2025, 1.30-3.00pm 📍Lancaster University Confucius Institute and online. For further information and to register, please visit: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

🖌️Chinese calligraphy course starting today🖌️ All welcome to learn and practice calligraphy together. ⏰ Tuesdays, 6.15-7.45pm For further information, please visit the Lancaster University Confucius Institute website: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…

Our extra-curricular Chinese Mandarin language courses start this week! 😀 We have a range of classes available for different levels. For further information, please visit the Lancaster University Confucius Institute website: lancaster.ac.uk/confucius-inst…