Schedule

1 p.m. to 3.30 p.m. - stimulating workshops on China, Japan and South Korea, with suggestions for work and study

1 p.m. Introduction to the Ambassador Year in China Programme (goayc.org) - how to apply to become an Educational Ambassador, learn Mandarin and play a unique role in a Chinese community. The session includes an overview of the 10-month cultural exchange and teaching programme, useful tips for applying and for living in China, a guided tour of China in pictures, and brief Q&A.

2 p.m. Daily Life in Japan - an interactive slideshow by a former JET Programme participant, plus work and study opportunities in Japan!

2.45 p.m. South Korea - an Introduction to South Korean Fortresses (slideshow with insights into South Korea's history and culture, plus suggestions for living and working in South Korea).

There will be 5-minute breaks between workshops, with a selection of East Asian teas for refreshments.

3.30 p.m. to 5 p.m. - individual appointments (10 minutes each) available for final-year students who would like to start the application process for the Ambassador Year in China Programme or discuss living and working in East Asia. Please book a ten-minute appointment by writing to both Jan Spalek (J.Spalek@leeds.ac.uk) and Jacob Lotinga (jacoblotinga@ambrightgroup.com).