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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 children and adult learners as well as courses and workshops for schools and businesses, and runs a programme of China-related seminars and events throughout the year.

14/10/2026

Join us in person for a Taosit taster session with Sheffield Taoist Centre hosted by the University of Sheffield Confucius Institute.

What to Expect:
•Simple Qigong movements focusing on breath, balance, and awareness
•Taoist movement meditation, exploring mindfulness through motion
•Insights into core principles like Yin and Yang and how they apply to body and mind
• A friendly, practical environment (no prior experience required!)

Book today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/living-tao-movement-balance-breath-tickets-2003354700839

06/10/2026

We’d like to say a HUGE thank you to all of our wonderful guests who came and celebrated mid autumn festival with us.

Another big thank you to our fabulous performers who made the evening so special.

Lastly, shout out to UoS Performance Venues for their help in pulling everything together!

It was a great night and we can’t wait for next year!

14/09/2026

Mid-Autumn Festival: live show!
Firth Hall, Firth Court, Uni of Sheffield (S10 2TN)
Friday, 2 October
6:30 PM – Doors, Free Mooncake tasting
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Live Performances of dance and music, talks and quizzes
Admission: FREE (Registration
required) seats are limited so grab tickets today!

Tickets here: https://forms.gle/M1PJyij6LGM4xNrR7

09/09/2026

Mid-Autumn Cultural Showcase & Mooncake Evening 🌕
Celebrate the festival of reunion with an evening of music, dance, and authentic culture featuring Sheffield performers and a special guest appearance by the Wanlin Dance Academy!
Firth Hall, Firth Court, Uni of Sheffield (S10 2TN)
Friday, 2 October
6:30 PM – Doors, Cultural Exhibits & Free Mooncakes
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Live Performances
Admission: FREE (Registration required)
Gather under the harvest moon with us, seats are limited!
👉 Book your spot: https://forms.gle/bou92dYFmTQDKY4o6

20/08/2026

Want to speak Mandarin without spending months studying complex grammar?

Our MyChinese sessions at the Sheffield Confucius Institute are built for quick, spontaneous interaction.

Focus on practical, real world social skills that fit right into your busy schedule!

Starts 30 Sept: Topics cover everything from travel apps and eating out to workplace emails and online catchphrases!

Early Bird Discount is STILL AVAILABLE! Don't miss out on boosting your confidence at a discounted rate.

Register today: https://onlineshop.shef.ac.uk/product-catalogue/professional-services/confucius-institute/mychinese-autumn-semester-2026

12/08/2026

Registrations are officially open for our Autumn 2026 Mandarin Courses at the University of Sheffield Confucius Institute and as a returning learner, we want to make sure you get first pick of your preferred class time and the best rate.

Why Register Early?By securing your spot now, you’ll unlock our 10% Early Bird discount:

12-Week General Courses: £126 Public / £108 Concession (UoS Students, Staff & Alumni)

Decoding Chinese (3-Day Intensive): £45 Early Bird (Standard £50)

https://sheffield.ac.uk/confucius/study/courses/mandarin

06/08/2026

Unlock new opportunities with Decoding Chinese, our new 3 day intensive course.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to structure your learning, this course equips you with foundational tools:
•Writing system fundamentals
•Real world reading (signboards & culture)
•Dictionary navigation skills
•100 key HSK 1 vocabulary words

https://sheffield.ac.uk/confucius/study/courses/mandarin

10/07/2026

The CI team was absolutely thrilled to visit Wath Academy last night for the official opening ceremony of their new Confucius Classroom!

It was an absolute joy to hear the students speaking Mandarin so beautifully, their dedication and talent are truly inspiring. It was wonderful to see students proudly collecting their certificates during the ceremony!

We are incredibly excited for what the future holds and immensely proud to welcome Wath Academy into the Confucius Classroom family. A massive thank you to Emily, Head of Modern Foreign Languages, whose hard work and vision made this all happen!

Finally, we want to wish a huge good luck to all the students who will be taking their HSK exams soon!

09/07/2026

We had the privilege of visiting the historic Cutlers' Hall yesterday, following a kind invitation from the Master Cutler, Professor Keith Jackson.
It was a fantastic experience for the Confucius Institute at the University of Sheffield team.

A huge thank you to Professor Keith Jackson and the team at Cutlers' Hall for being such gracious hosts and for sharing Sheffield’s incredible manufacturing legacy with us!

29/06/2026

Give your child the gift of music, rhythm, and confidence this July! 🎶
Through our Mandarin Through Music and Art program, children will jam to songs, explore global sounds, and take part in collaborative music projects. It's a high energy, social, and creative way to pick up a second language on a university campus.

Get their summer sorted, book your child’s place today: https://onlineshop.shef.ac.uk/product-catalogue/professional-services/confucius-institute/summer-school-for-children-2026

Address

2-4 Palmerston Road
Sheffield
S102RQ

Website

http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/confucius

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