The Confucius Institute at University of Hull is delighted to announce that one of its Chinese language teaching cases has been recognised as an Outstanding Case in the 2025 Confucius Institute Digital Application and Practice Collection Activity. Held in November 2025, the Collection Activity invited Confucius Institutes worldwide to submit examples of innovative practice in […]
The tenth anniversary Chinese Whispers Concert brought together distinguished university leaders, guests from Manchester, school pupils, university performers, and community choirs for an evening celebrating Chinese language, music, and intercultural exchange at Middleton Hall, University of Hull, on 22 April. Among the special guests attending the concert were senior leaders from the University of Hull, […]
From 16 to 20 May 2026, the Confucius Institute at the University of Hull (CIUH) organised the 2026 HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) examinations for Levels 1, 2, 4 and 6, with a total of 11 candidates taking part. The tests were held at both the University of Hull and its teaching site at Howden School. […]
The Chinese Whispers Concert is an annual event organised by the Confucius Institute and Music (Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Education) at the University of Hull. The concert was held at Middleton Hall on 22 April, marking the 10th anniversary of the project. The event brings together schoolchildren and community choirs to showcase innovative […]
On 5 December 2025, the Confucius Institute at the University of Hull took part in the Beverley Christmas Tree Festival, a major community event held in the historic market town of Beverley, East Yorkshire. The Confucius Institute presented a Christmas tree inspired by the traditional Chinese lion dance, creating a colourful display that combined Chinese […]
From 28 February to 1 March 2026, the Confucius Institute at the University of Hull took part in The Third European Symposium on the Supervision of Research Students in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. The Institute was represented by CIUH Interim Co-Director Liu Hongwei, alongside Mandarin teachers Shi Miaomiao, Zheng Yi and Fan Guojing. […]
On 23 and 25 February 2026, the teaching team from the Confucius Institute at the University of Hull visited The Liberty Academy in Hull to deliver three “Chinese New Year in the Classroom” workshops for students across three year groups. The sessions drew enthusiastic participation from students and created a lively atmosphere throughout the school. […]
On 6 May 2026, the Annual Cultural Celebration at the OnCampus Hull was successfully held. The Confucius Institute at the University of Hull was once again invited to participate, joining staff and students from more than ten countries in hosting cultural stalls and interactive activities. The event attracted over 200 participants. At the Chinese culture […]
On 22 October 2025, teachers from the Confucius Institute at University of Hull visited the University’s South East Asia Museum to take part in a cultural exchange event. Drawing on the museum’s collections and the curatorial expertise of its Director, Dr Monica Janowski, the two sides discussed plans for an exhibition centred on the theme […]
On 14 November 2025, all staff members from the Confucius Institute at the University of Hull participated in the university’s Cultural Festival. Student groups from various countries and regions presented the richness of global cultures through distinctive music, dance, and traditional costumes. The Confucius Institute contributed performances including Tai Chi fan dance, Dunhuang-inspired dance, and […]