Confucius Institute at the University of Sheffield offers Chinese language and culture courses, semi
Confucius Institute at the University of Sheffield (SCI) is an international collaboration between the University of Sheffield, the Office of Chinese Language Council International (OCLCI, commonly known as Hanban, Confucius Institute Headquarters), Beijing Language and Culture University (BLCU) and Nanjing University (NJU). SCI offers Mandarin language courses and Chinese culture courses for chil
18/06/2026
A big special thank you to everyone who came along, helped and performed at our Dragon Boat 2026 festival.
We had a wonderful evening eating Zongzi, making bracelets and mugwort pouches and watching our fabulous performers! We already can’t wait to do it all again next year! 🐉 🎉
15/06/2026
THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!
Our Dragon Boat community festival is happening in 3 days!
It's going to be a wonderful family friendly event of bracelet making, cultural workshops, zongzi eating and cultural heritage.
Don't forget to sign up for your ticket here: https://forms.gle/6VRVCDr4qKkVhHXRA
06/06/2026
Join us at the Moor Cultural Heritage Event today! Come say hello, try your hand at beautiful traditional calligraphy, craft your own lantern, and enjoy some fun games. There’s something for everyone!
02/06/2026
A massive thank you to everyone who entered our raffle, and a huge shoutout to our lucky winner, Emily!
🎉 Enjoy your wonderful panda prize!
Don’t worry if you didn’t win this round, we’ll have more panda raffles at our upcoming events, so stay tuned! 🐼👀
18/05/2026
We had a fabulous day at the May Fayre yesterday, despite the ever changing weather. We’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who visited our stall and participated in our activities! It’s great to see so many people interested in Chinese culture and language. More pictures to come and our panda raffle will be announced today via email!
Looking for a way to destress and recharge? Join us at our Adult Summer School for our Tai Chi for Beginners course!
Whether you're looking to improve your physical health or find some calm in the storm,Tai Chi offers a gentle, graceful path to wellness. No experience? No problem. This class is designed specifically for those brand new to the practice.
https://sheffield.ac.uk/confucius/study/summer-school-adults
01/05/2026
Ever wanted to master the art of calligraphy, or Chinese painting? We are bringing some fabulous Chinese culture to this year’s May Fayre at Weston Park on Sunday 17 May.
Come along and enjoy some great workshops with our expert teachers, win some free gifts and also be in with a chance to win a giant panda plushie!
The May Fayre is an annual, free and family friendly event and we can’t wait to see you there! 🐼
29/04/2026
Ready to find your flow?
Step out of the daily routine and into a world of culture with our 2026 Adult Summer School.
Whether you’re looking to master Business Chinese, try your hand at Calligraphy, or unwind with Tai Chi, we have the perfect after-work course for you.
Details:
• When: 8 June – 16 July | 18:00 – 20:00
• Where: UoS Campus
• Cost: £50 – £90 (Staff/Student concessions available!)
Secure your spot now: https://sheffield.ac.uk/confucius/study/summer-school-adults
We were delighted to host our traditional Chinese music taster yesterday. It was a fantastic evening!
A huge thank you to Mandy and Yoyo for sharing their world class expertise on the P**a and also a unique window into 2,000 years of musical heritage.
What’s next?
If you enjoyed the taster or missed out on a spot, the journey doesn't end here. We will have more sessions with Mandy coming in October so watch this space!
24/02/2026
Is your child ready to travel the Silk Road, battle legendary monsters, and discover the magic of ancient China, all without leaving the classroom?
We are thrilled to invite you to our brand new creative course: Myths, Monsters & Magical Journeys.
Designed for children aged 6-12, this course goes beyond standard language learning. It builds creativity, confidence, and cultural understanding through art, storytelling, and adventure.
Course Details:
* Saturdays on 28th February, 7th March (online), 14th March, 21th March at 14.00 - 15.30
* Location: Room DB 7 Bartolome House, School of Law
* Fees: Just £30
* Age Group: 6 – 12 years
Sign up here: https://sheffield.ac.uk/confucius/study/courses/myths