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Interdisciplinary workshop explores translation as a creative practice

29 April 2026

Translation and music students collaborated with professional practitioners to explore translation as an active creative practice – developing and refining singable translations of vocal music in real time.

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Uptake of international languages at GCSE increases in Wales in “most significant rise for 15 years”

20 April 2026

Cardiff University expert welcomes trend but says it’s partnered with worrying figures for A level entries

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Languages Futures Fair inspires the next generation of global communicators

26 February 2026

Learners, students and industry professionals came together for an energising celebration of the power and opportunity presented by languages and language learning.

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Migrant mothers share their experiences of home in the UK

12 February 2026

Spaces of Belonging explores cultural in-betweenness and motherhood

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New study aims to transform cultures of language-learning

11 February 2026

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Local screening and panel discussion explores gender representation in Asian cinema

3 February 2026

Scholars and community voices reflect on LGBTQ+ representation in Asian cinema and media.

Crosscurrent concert brings East-West musical dialogue to Cardiff University

18 December 2025

Cardiff Confucius Institute and the School of Music co-hosted Crosscurrent, an evening concert that blended traditional and contemporary Chinese chamber music.

Confucius Institute leaders across the UK gather at Cardiff for book launch and roundtable

24 November 2025

Cardiff Confucius Institute (CCI) welcomed more than ten directors of Confucius Institutes from England, Wales, and Scotland.

Cardiff-BNU joint symposium marks milestones in language, culture, and research collaboration

7 November 2025

On 24 June, Cardiff University and Beijing Normal University (BNU) co-hosted a joint online symposium to mark a significant milestone in their collaboration.

Mid-Autumn Festival organised by Cardiff Confucius Institute draws 1,700+ visitors for a day of cultural exchange

13 October 2025

On September 28, the Cardiff Confucius Institute attracted more than 1,700 visitors to its Mid-Autumn Festival celebration at the National Museum of Wales