01/05/2025
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival with us! Make a mini dragon boat to take home while discovering this cultural tradition.
Nottingham Confucius Institute
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A partnership between University of Nottingham, CIEF and Fudan Uni with 15 years of expertise in teaching Mandarin and enhancing Sino-UK cultural links.
Confucius Institutes are established throughout the world to promote the teaching of the Chinese language and Chinese culture in the world. The Nottingham Confucius Institute was officially launched on 27 September 2007, upon the signing of the Confucius Institute agreement between The University of Nottingham and the Office of Chinese Language Council International. The Nottingham Confucius Insti
01/05/2025
31/03/2025
✏️ Learn a new word!
橡皮 (xiàngpí) = eraser 🧽
Use it in a sentence:
📚 我的橡皮不见了！(Wǒ de xiàngpí bùjiàn le!)
My eraser is missing!
26/03/2025
Launched in April 2024, the Spring Camp to China is an incredible opportunity for University of Nottingham (UoN) and Nottingham Confucius Institute (NCI) students to explore China’s culture, history, and landscapes. Through immersive experiences, participants can practice Mandarin Chinese in real-life settings while deepening their understanding of the country.
Building on our past success (check out our Instagram for a glimpse!), NCI is delighted to offer up to 15 scholarships for the 2026 Spring Camp to China. Applications will open on 1 April 2025! 😍
Terms and Conditions apply.
Find out more at https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/confucius/spring-camp-to-china.aspx
19/03/2025
🎨✨ Throwback to artwork created by participants at the Brush Painting Workshop at Lakeside Arts on 22 January! Coinciding with Chinese New Year celebrations - the workshop explored the symbolism of fish 🐠—a sign of prosperity and abundance in Chinese culture.😍
Want to give it a try?
🎨 Join local artist Feng-Ru Lee for more brush painting workshops on Wednesday mornings, 10:30am–12:30pm, from 30 April to 21 May. Now on sale—book your place on the Lakeside website : https://www.lakesidearts.org.uk/event/brush-painting-workshop-2/
18/03/2025
🌟 Summer Term Mandarin Courses – Now Open for Registration! 🌟
💡 Early Bird Discount ends by 17 April
UoN staff/tudents: £110
General public: £120
(For a 20-hour, 10-week course!)
✨ Flexible Learning Options:
✅ Evening & Weekend Classes
✅ Private Lessons
✅ Taught by experienced Mandarin teachers sent by Fudan University—one of China’s top 3 universities!
📲 Sign up now! Scan the QR code or visit our website:
👉 www.nottingham.ac.uk/confucius/mandarin/index.aspx
17/03/2025
Highlights from Last Friday's Mandarin Corner: "Exploring Traditional Chinese Attire" – An evening filled with culture, history, and hands-on fun! From learning about Hanfu to trying on elegant outfits, practicing calligraphy, and playing Touhu, we truly immersed ourselves in tradition. What an unforgettable experience! ✨
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