The Foundation Centre
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Language and Cultural Courses
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A distinctive feature of the Edge Hill University Confucius Institute is its provision of language and cultural activities and opportunities that are available for University students, teachers, primary and secondary schools, colleges, members of the local community, and businesses.
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Free activities for schools
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The Confucius Institute at Edge Hill University works with schools to deliver engaging Mandarin language and cultural activities throughout the year. From one-off workshops and activity days to Mandarin clubs and longer-term language programmes, our activities can be tailored to different age groups, curriculum objectives, and school priorities.
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Partners and Staff
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The Confucius Institute enhances the student and staff experience by providing Mandarin language classes, cultural workshops and public events open across all faculties. It supports professional development and employability through intercultural skills training and facilitates international exchange and scholarship opportunities in partnership with Chongqing Normal University.
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Business Support
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The Confucius Institute supports local and regional businesses seeking to develop links with China by providing practical Mandarin language training and Chinese cultural awareness sessions.
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Community Engagement
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The Confucius Institute actively engages with local communities across the region through a diverse programme of Chinese language, cultural, and arts-based activities. We are committed to making Chinese culture accessible to everyone and welcome opportunities to work with community groups, charities, libraries, museums, cultural organisations, and local partners.
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Examinations
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The deadline for each HSK examination is one month before the exam date. Applications received after the deadline will not be processed. As places are limited, early registration is recommended. The precise test time and venue will be confirmed by email once you have registered with Chinese test centre.
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Scholarships
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The Confucius Institute is pleased to promote a range of scholarship opportunities offered by our partner institution, Chongqing Normal University (CNU). These scholarships provide an excellent opportunity to study Mandarin language, Chinese culture, and Chinese language education in China, while gaining valuable international experience and developing intercultural skills.
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Your offer: Integrated Foundation Year
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Congratulations on your offer of an integrated foundation year - we’re thrilled you want to study with us at Edge Hill University and can't wait to welcome you to our student community.
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Fastrack Information Evening
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Join us at our Fastrack Open Evening to discover how this fully funded programme can prepare you for degree-level study at Edge Hill University.
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What is an Integrated Foundation Year at Edge Hill University?
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Our Integrated Foundation Year is a dedicated initial year of study designed to help you build the confidence, academic skills and subject knowledge needed to thrive in your chosen degree.
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