{"id":99,"date":"2026-05-12T11:45:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T10:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/lc-student-news\/?p=99"},"modified":"2026-05-12T11:46:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T10:46:31","slug":"kent-and-greenwich-students-prepare-for-fully-funded-study-tour-in-china","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/lc-student-news\/2026\/05\/12\/kent-and-greenwich-students-prepare-for-fully-funded-study-tour-in-china\/","title":{"rendered":"Kent and Greenwich Students Prepare for Fully Funded Study Tour in China"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This June, an exciting international opportunity is taking shape for students from the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich. A total of 75 students have been selected to take part in the fully funded UK China Youth Mobility: 2-Week Study Tour in China, a unique chance to explore, study, and experience life in one of the world\u2019s most dynamic countries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A Tale of Two Cities: Shanghai and Zhuhai<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the programme, students will visit and study at two prestigious institutions:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">East China University of Political Science and Law (Shanghai)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beijing Institute of Technology, Zhuhai<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From the global metropolis of Shanghai to the innovation-driven Greater Bay Area, participants will gain first-hand insight into Chinese society, education, and culture. The\u00a0programme combines academic engagement with cultural immersion, offering students a rare opportunity to broaden their global perspectives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Preparing for the Journey: Chinese Summer Express<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To help students make the most of their experience, the Mandarin team at the Kent Language Centre has been running a specially designed 7-week online preparatory course,\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Travelling in China<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, delivered by Zhenzhen Zhu.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The course has been extremely well attended and warmly received, equipping students with:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Essential Mandarin language skills<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Practical communication for everyday situations<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cultural knowledge to navigate life in China with confidence<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students have been actively engaging with real-life scenarios, from ordering food to navigating transport, ensuring they arrive ready to connect and participate fully.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-100\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/lc-student-news\/files\/2026\/05\/LC-china.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"557\" height=\"349\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking Ahead<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This programme highlights the growing opportunities available for students interested in international study and cultural exchange. The Language Centre\u00a0remains\u00a0committed to supporting students in developing global skills, whether through language learning, short-term programmes, or immersive experiences abroad.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We look forward to sharing updates from the students during their time in China &#8211; watch this space!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This June, an exciting international opportunity is taking shape for students from the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich. 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