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CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT STELLENBOSCH UNIVERSITY

Bridging  understanding  through  language  and  culture 

1. Mission 

  • Foster understanding and appreciation of Chinese language and culture 

  • Empower personal and professional growth through intercultural exchange 

  • Strengthen academic and cultural ties between South Africa and China 



​​​We believe that language learning opens doors to new perspectives, friendships, and international opportunities. 


2. What We Offer  ​

2.1 Chinese Language classes for ages 16+ 

  • General courses for the wider public 

  • Tailored courses (for example, government departments & businesses) 


2.2 School-Based Chinese Programs in Cape Winelands (Grade 3 – 12) 


2.3 Cultural Workshops & Immersive Events 

From Chinese calligraphy and traditional tea ceremonies to seasonal festivals and public lectures, our cultural events aim to deepen intercultural understanding and invite meaningful participation from all community members. 

2.4 Scholarships Facilitation for Study in China 

Programmes are taught in either English or Chinese 


2,5 An official Chinese Proficiency Testing Centre 

CISU is a designated testing center for the HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test), HSKK (Chinese Proficiency Spoken Test) and YCT（Youth Chinese Test). We offer internationally recognized certification for students and professionals seeking to validate their language ability. 




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