Welcome to the UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a student in a model Confucius Institute? You are standing right in front of one. This Institute is a joint venture between University College Dublin and Renmin University of China. Renmin University is a top university in China. The UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland was established in 2006 and officially opened by Mr Zeng Peiyan, the then Vice Premier of the People’s Republic of China. Right behind us, you can see the new lake at Belfield. This lake has become a popular spot for students and visitors to relax and enjoy the scenery. This Institute was the first one to have received funding from the Chinese Government for a dedicated building. The Irish Government matched the €3 million Chinese Government contribution! Did you know that over 5,200 students undertake courses at the Institute every year? The Institute offers a wide range of courses, including Chinese language classes for all ages. You can even learn Chinese calligraphy and painting! The institute also hosts cultural events, like the annual Spring Festival Gala and Chinese Film Festival. If you want to know more about Chinese culture and history, this Institute is a great place to start. It may surprise you that the Institute provides training in doing business in China for Irish companies. This Institute is a bridge between Ireland and China. This institute is a wonderful place with a great mission of promoting stronger educational, cultural, and commercial links between Ireland and China.
Saint John the Evangelist
Whispers of history echo from these stones. This is the site of Saint John the Evangelist. Once a vibrant church