Social Cantonese Workshop is designed for international students who are interested in using Cantonese to communicate in daily life. Through real-life scenarios such as ordering food, dining out, shopping, taking public transportation, asking for directions, and making small talk, students will learn practical conversational skills to navigate everyday life in Hong Kong. The workshop also introduces elements of Hong Kong’s lifestyle and culture, helping students better understand and integrate into the local community. No prior Cantonese knowledge is required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn and have fun!
Instructor: Ms. Kelly K.Y. SHUM
Date: Oct 14, 21, 28 and Nov 4 (Tuesdays)
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Venue: W112 – 114, Wu Yee Sun College
Registration: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13715651
Deadline: Oct 8
Deposit: $100 (Refundable upon completing at least 3 sessions)
*The workshop is designed for the students without prior Chinese language experience and is open only to English-speaking students.
*Please submit deposit in cash to College Office (G03) by application deadline within office hours. First-come-first-served, time of deposit payment will be the determinant.
Enquiries: Miss Aka Chan (wanhungchan@cuhk.edu.hk / 3943 9772)
Social Cantonese Workshop 2025-26
Posted on 01 Sep 2025
Social Cantonese Workshop is designed for international students who are interested in using Cantonese to communicate in daily life. Through real-life scenarios such as ordering food, dining out, shopping, taking public transportation, asking for directions, and making small talk, students will learn practical conversational skills to navigate everyday life in Hong Kong. The workshop also introduces elements of Hong Kong’s lifestyle and culture, helping students better understand and integrate into the local community. No prior Cantonese knowledge is required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn and have fun!
Instructor: Ms. Kelly K.Y. SHUM
Date: Oct 14, 21, 28 and Nov 4 (Tuesdays)
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Venue: W112 – 114, Wu Yee Sun College
Registration: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13715651
Deadline: Oct 8
Deposit: $100 (Refundable upon completing at least 3 sessions)
*The workshop is designed for the students without prior Chinese language experience and is open only to English-speaking students.
*Please submit deposit in cash to College Office (G03) by application deadline within office hours. First-come-first-served, time of deposit payment will be the determinant.
Enquiries: Miss Aka Chan (wanhungchan@cuhk.edu.hk / 3943 9772)