Date: Oct 30, 2026 (Fri) Time: 18:00-21:00 Venue: CPD-LG.61, Central Podium Levels, Centennial Campus, HKU Take a break from studying and join us on 30 October, 6–9 pm, for our first Games Night of 2026–27! Familiar favourites + new board games Snacks and drinks Día de Muertos decorations FREE Catrina face painting! Come with friends or meet new ones! Everyone in the university community is welcome, whether you’re a complete beginner or a native Spanish speaker. No experience

Highlights from our Oktoberfest event on October 6th! Students from across our German courses came together to connect and enjoy delicious German dishes and drinks. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event so memorable.

Date: November 10, 2026 (Tue) Time: 19:00-20:00 Venue: Arts Technology Lab, CRT-4.35, 4/F, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus, HKU Join us for the German Alumni Career Talk Series - a relaxed, student-focused event where our alumni come back to share what happened after graduation. Registration link This series is all about real stories and honest advice: • How they use German in their jobs • What it is like working in fields like business, education, culture, or NGOs • Wh

The study of Southeast Asia, in both the humanities and social sciences, has been centered in the West. Due to colonial influence, missionary missions and colonial civil servants having to govern the indigenes, knowledge production and knowledge accumulation were based in Leiden, Lisbon, Paris and London. With the entrance of the Americans in the Vietnam War, the center for Southeast Asian Studies largely shifted to the United States, to Cornell, Berkeley, Yale and Stanford,

HKU’s French Programme proudly joined the opening of “Gastronomy: First and Foremost a Science?” at the 6th French Science Festival, “Tasty Science.” Fifteen students represented the Programme, with eight students taking the stage to bring Brillat-Savarin’s celebrated aphorisms to life through confident and memorable readings.

Highlights from our French Programme Welcome Mixer on September 30! Students from across our French courses came together to connect and celebrate the start of the new academic year. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made the event so memorable. We are grateful to the Cheese Club for sponsoring the event. We look forward to sharing many more moments with you! Merci !

Modern East Asian Literature Research Cluster presents Emerging Research on Modern East Asian Literature Speaker: I Jonathan Kief, Associate Professor of Korean Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Moderator: Su Yun Kim, Associate Professor, Korean Studies, HKU. Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026 Time: 9:30-11:00am (HK Time); Oct 21 (Wed) 9:30-11:00pm (EDT) Venue: on Zoom Registration link: https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?guest=Y&ueid=109751

Take a study break and dive into Germany’s sounds and flavors. Enjoy German music, sample regional specialties, and meet new friends. Open to all German Programme students - come discover, taste, and connect! Date: October 6th, 2026 (Tuesday) Time: 17:30 - 19:30 Venue: CRT-5.12, 5/F, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus, HKU All German Programme students are welcome. Registration is required. For enquiries, please contact Mr. Jan Risser at risser@hku.hk

Join us for a special screening of Jaime Chávarri’s landmark documentary El desencanto (1976), organised to celebrate Spanish Cinema Day and the film’s 50th anniversary. Produced by Elías Querejeta, El desencanto offers an intimate and unconventional portrait of the Panero-Blanc family after the death of poet Leopoldo Panero. Through conversations with Felicidad Blanc and their sons Juan Luis, Leopoldo María and Michi Panero, the film explores family memory, grief and the ten

Date: Sep 30, 2026 (Wednesday) Time: 18:00-20:00 Venue: CRT-5.12, 5/F, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus, HKU

The Italian language has played an important international role for centuries in Europe and in the Mediterranean region, serving literature and, more generally, culture, as well as commerce and diplomacy. The peak of its dissemination coincides with the great Renaissance period when Italian sonnets were composed at the courts of France, Spain, and England, often in Italian, and official communications between European powers and the Ottoman Empire were also conducted in Itali

The Master of Arts in European Studies, examines the political, economic, cultural, and social experience of Europe. It focuses on European international relations, cultural studies, and intercultural communication, while also placing Europe in a global context. Students will be taught by leading scholars in the field. Students are expected to have already achieved an advanced level of study in the French, German, Spanish, or Russian language. This programme prepares students

The Master of Arts in East Asian Studies, examines the political, economic, cultural, and social experience of East Asia, with a focus on Korea and Japan. It focuses on East Asian international relations, cultural studies, and intercultural communication, while also placing East Asia in a global context. Students will be taught by leading scholars in the field. Students are expected to have already achieved an advanced level of study in the Japanese, Korean, or Russian langua

Applications are invited for appointment as Part-time Lecturers in French / German / Japanese / Korean / Spanish in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, from Sept 2026 or as soon as possible. Applicants should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in teaching one of the above target languages as a foreign language, with native fluency and relevant experience from teaching complete beginners to higher levels. They are expected to teach classes in the language programmes

When: September 9, 2026 (Wednesday) Time: 10:30am to 4:00pm Where: Area outside of Bank of East Asia, G/F, Centennial Campus, HKU Discover the rich culinary and cultural heritage of Turkey right here on campus. The Turkish Food and Culture Festival invites you to experience the warmth of Turkish hospitality through traditional flavors, music, and crafts. From olives and sweet baklava to the iconic Turkish tea and coffee, this event offers a sensory journey across Anatolia. Jo

Join us for Arabic Culture Day - a vibrant celebration of traditions, flavours, and creativity! Indulge in delicious Arabian snacks, fresh coffee, take home beautifully designed Arabic ceramic cup coasters, and unique notebooks inspired by Arabie patterns. This is your chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of Arabic heritage, connect with fellow students, and explore the exciting opportunities offered by our Arabic Programme. Don't miss this unique experience to learn, int

Students interested in applying for the School of Modern Languages and Cultures' Master of Arts in the Field of East Asian Studies programme are invited to attend an information set to be held on September 19th, 2026 (Saturday) from 2:00pm to 4:00pm in Shenzhen. The exact location can be found in the registration portal below: https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?guest=Y&ueid=108394 For enquiries, please contact Ms. Tiffany Li (tifflkw@hku.hk).

Benvenuti! Join us for our Italian Day! Learn about the Italian Programme, meet current students and alumni, enjoy language-based games, and taste delicious Italian snacks and drinks. All HKU students are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! When: Wednesday 2nd of September Time: 10:30 am – 4:00pm Where: Area outside Bank of East Asia, G/F, Centennial Campus, HKU For enquiries, please contact Ms. Ilaria Riboldi at ilarib@hku.hk

Students interested in learning Thai are invited to enrol in THAI1001 to begin a course of Thai language education at the SMLC. The two subclasses of THAI1001 in the 2026-27AY are offered during the following times: THAI1001-1A (Monday and Friday 12:00-13:50) THAI1001-1B (Monday and Friday 15:00-16:50) Those with existing beginner or intermediate knowledge of the Thai language may contact Dr. Phornrat Tiranant (tiranant@hku.hk) to seek permission to enrol in advanced Thai la

Students with prior knowledge of the Japanese language who wish to enroll in the core language courses are required to take a placement test. The purpose of the test is to determine the most suitable course based on the applicant's level. The test will be conducted online during the following period. An interview may be required in addition to the test. Start time: September 1, 2026 at 10 am End time: September 2, 2026 at 1 pm Please visit the link below and complete the regi