Semester 2 Course Timetable

Chinese Culture Activities In January 2026

Step Into Chinese Culture This January! Looking for something unique to brighten your January? Join us for a series of interactive cultural experiences at Bridge Link and PG102. From elegant calligraphy to traditional attire and games, there’s something for everyone! What’s On: ✨ Come along, try something new, and immerse yourself in the beauty of […]


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Interesting Facts about Chinese New Year

2022 Chinese New Year, which is also called the Spring Festival, starts from 1st February 2022. Our team pulled up some fun facts related to the celebration of the Chinese New Year. · 春运(chūn yùn) Spring Festival Travel Rush During the Chinese New Year, no matter where Chinese people are, they all try their best […]


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Western Christmas in China-Do People Indeed Ignore It?

by Wei Gu In this article, Wei Gu discusses the presence of western Christmas in China. It is a popular belief that Chinese people ignore western Christmas, as they have their own Chinese New Year. We asked whether it was true. Below is the answer for this tricky question: Christmas season is coming! In recent […]


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International Research Collaborations: Are They Important?

With globalisation, research teams reveal that they need to step out of their comfort zone and attract fresh insight…from the international perspective. International collaboration enables researchers to access additional, often specific, expertise, gain new perspectives on research and build relationships with others in the field, which for early stage researchers can be key to career development. […]


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China: Through the Lens of John Thomson, A Talk by Betty Yao

Heriot-Watt is delighted to welcome exhibition curator, Betty Yao, to talk about John Thomson, his stunning photographs and the fascinating China that they reveal. Join us for this free event to find out more about these captivating images. The event will take place on Zoom at 7pm on Wednesday 24 November 2021. After booking you will […]


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Resources for China Business

Keep up to date with the latest events in China Business Field! Simply News: The Official Home of CBBC – CBBC – BBC CX Daily newsletter – Caixin Global Caixin Global – Latest Business and Financial News on China, U.S. Trade War and Negotiations, Breaking News, Headlines and Developments Next China – Bloomberg Technology, Trends […]


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Confucius Institute Deputy Director Interpreting at the Heart of COP

Dr. Isabel Hui Liu, Deputy Director of the Scottish Confucius Institute for Business and Communication at Heriot-Watt University has been appointed by UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) as the official Chinese interpreter for COP26 presidency events starting on 1st November in Glasgow. She will play a vital role in intercultural understanding when […]


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Manchester Confucius Institute: Celebrating 15 Years

Today, our friends at the Manchester Confucius Institute celebrate their 15th anniversary! In celebration, we’re sharing a look back at everything they have achieved over the last 15 years with a social media campaign. Each day they will focus on a different year in our history, presented through video interviews and photos which tell their […]


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