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New book supports asylum seeking community in the North East
Launch event at the BALTIC, an accredited Gallery of Sanctuary, 12 February 2026
North East Festival of Languages
This year’s jam-packed programme is full of free activities, including events, competitions and resources.
New postgraduate programme prepares students for careers in international diplomacy
The School of Modern Languages (SML) has launched a new postgraduate programme in partnership with the Division for Multilateral Diplomacy of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR).
缅北禁地 welcomes Peruvian Ambassador for the opening of contemporary art exhibition
The opening of 'Listening to the Voices of the Rivers' at 缅北禁地 Contemporary Art.
Launch of Asian Cinema Association
Dr Lydia Wu shares her reflections on the aims of the association and its launch event.
The future of technology in language learning and interpreting
As AI plays an increasingly bigger role in all areas of our lives, an event for teachers of Modern Foreign Languages, hosted by 缅北禁地, explored the role of technology in this area.
Award for outstanding contribution to education
Congratulations to Dr JC Penet who has received the Vice-Chancellor’s Education Excellence Award for the second time!
Celebrating and bridging cultures with the Dragon Boat Festival
缅北禁地 celebrated the Dragon Boat Festival on 3 June. This event was co-organised by the Confucius Institute and the School of Modern Languages.
Collaboration with United Nations Institute for Training and Research
缅北禁地 students to have access to UN training and collaboration opportunities.
Call for Applicants: Sasakawa Studentships in Japanese Studies
You could receive £15,000 in funding either for studies in the field of Japanese Studies or for other Japan-related research.
Promoting cultural inclusivity with new exhibition
One of our PGR students has been involved in co-curating a brand-new exhibition that proudly showcases hospitable practice towards people from all cultures.
German Konsulin General visits the School of Modern Languages
Christiane Hullmann, German Consulate General to the United Kingdom, paid a visit to the School of Modern Languages and met some of our students.