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Chinese student looking at a computer screen and smiling
Date
06 June 2019 - 12:29

How to make partnering with a Chinese university a success

China's scientific research is on the rise. UK universities should see this as an opportunity to partner with Chinese institutions long-term. The British Council's Andrew Zerzan explains.

Tags
Higher education, Universities and higher education
'The Chinese students I've made friends with are always willing to explain things and introduce me to other students and teachers whenever I need help.'
Date
12 February 2016 - 11:19

What I've learned from studying in China

After completing a semester abroad in Hong Kong as an undergraduate, Thomas Dyson decided to go to Shanghai as an international student. He talks about his experience of learning Mandarin.

Tags
Study outside the UK, Universities and higher education
'Industry in China increasingly demands employees who can see the bigger picture.' Image © Jens Schott Knudsen licensed under CC-BY-NC and adapted from the original on Flickr.
Date
02 March 2015 - 09:28

Is China creating a workforce with no soft skills?

Does China's workforce have the communication, teamwork and self-motivation skills necessary for continued economic success?

Tags
Education, Universities and higher education
Where will universities recruit international postgraduates from between now and 2024? Photo: Asim Bharwani on Flickr/CC
Date
06 October 2014 - 16:58

Where will universities recruit postgraduates from?

Universities increasingly depend on Chinese and Indian postgraduates, but what other markets are opening up?

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Universities and higher education
Chinese architecture embraces both traditional and contemporary elements. Photo of the 'Bird's Nest', Beijing's National stadium by Baron Reznik under Creative Commons licence.
Date
25 September 2014 - 15:46

Chinese architecture today: innovative and traditional

The British Council’s Li Ying looks at some of the influences on contemporary Chinese architecture and examines what can be gained from collaboration between the UK and China in this field.

Tags
Universities and higher education, Architecture
'People who have studied in the UK are more likely to maintain professional networks within the UK'; Photo: Mat Wright
Date
25 September 2014 - 15:24

Why UK universities should cultivate alumni networks

The British Council's Kirsty Pelenur explains why international students are good for the UK and why its universities must continue to cultivate the relationships they are building.

Tags
Universities and higher education
Universities working directly with their communities might be looking into questions such as: 'What are the effects of an ageing population in a particular town?' Photo (c) Garry Knight, licensed under CC BY 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
01 July 2014 - 15:16

How can universities create stronger communities?

The British Council’s Caroline Chipperfield explains how more and more higher education institutions are becoming an integral part of their local communities.

Tags
Universities and higher education
'Today’s widely accessible e-communication technologies could be leveraged to get students from different countries working together.' Photo by Michael Wyszomierski on Flickr / Creative Commons
Date
09 April 2014 - 14:13

How can education prepare us for this globalised world?

How important are intercultural skills and proficiency in foreign languages to compete in the modern world?

Tags
Universities and higher education
China once gave the world a range of inventions, including the compass.
Date
11 February 2014 - 16:27

What does China need to re-emerge as an innovating nation?

If China is to remain economically competitive, it needs to move away from its current strength of absorbing foreign inventions, argues the British Council’s Jeremy Chan.

Tags
Universities and higher education
'China is the world’s largest education market, with more than 400 million students.' Photo (c)  Tauno Tõhk, licensed under CC BY 2.0 and adapted from the original.
Date
15 October 2013 - 11:28

Digital education in China

Jeremy Chan, regional head of research and consultancy, explains what the Chinese digital education landscape looks like, and the opportunities and risks for foreign investors.

Tags
Universities and higher education
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