We are participating in a staff exchange trip to China, an exchange initiative made possible through the Chinese Language Center of Villa College, and their partnership Chang’an University and Hunan Mass-Media Vocational & Technical College.

Leading the delegation is Dr. Abdulla Sadiq, the Deputy Vice Rector. Accompanying him are academics from the Faculty of Business Management, the Faculty of Educational Studies, and the Center of Foundation Studies. Their purpose during this exchange trip is to engage with the counterpart faculties of the Chinese institutions, exploring opportunities for initiating dual degree programmes or incorporating Micro-credentials into existing modules in Villa College.

The Chief Examiner of Villa College is also joining the delegation to gain insights into the examination processes and to prepare for the registration of the Chinese Language Examination Center. Meanwhile, the Deputy Principal and Assistant Principal will visit both government and private high schools in Xi’An and Changsha City. Research Associate from Institute of Research and Innovation will seek the ways to collaborate on research and research grants. Local director and Chinese director of Chinese Language Center will accompany the delegation.

During this trip, the delegation will participate in the 2023 World Chinese Language Conference, themed "Future Development of the Confucius Institute," scheduled to take place from December 7-9 in Beijing. This forum serves as a platform for valuable insights and discussions on the trajectory of Chinese language education globally.

Apart from academic activities and engagements, the delegation will visit the cultural and historical sites in Beijing, Xi’An and Changsha.