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Cantonese Workshop

Activity Overview:
Speak Like a Local: The Ultimate Cantonese Survival Workshop

Cantonese is more than just “another Chinese dialect”. It’s a 2,000-year-old time capsule of ancient sounds, 9 tones of musicality, and a library of the world’s best insults and expressions. Join us for an intensive, high-energy workshop where we ditch the boring textbooks and dive straight into the slang, the rhythm, and the “flavor” of Hong Kong and beyond.

This workshop is designed to boost your confidence in speaking Cantonese. Non-local students can take this opportunity to practice their skills, discover Hong Kong’s vibrant culture, and make new friends!

  • Want to learn common Cantonese words and phrases?
  • Looking to break down communication barriers?
  • Curious about Hong Kong through engaging classes?

Activity Details:

Activity Fee: Free of charge (Non-refundable application fee: HKD100)
Activity Time: 6:30-8:30pm HKT 
Activity Venue: HKU Campus
Meeting Point: Outside of HKU Main Building

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please apply only if you are joining
the HKU Academy for the Talented Summer Programme at the same time as this activity. 

Application Steps:

1. Log into the application system
2. Select <Apply Now> under 2026 Application.
3. At <Programme Selection> add programme code. 
4. Select <Confirm & Submit>

*If you have any questions regarding the application process, please refer to the Application Guide / ⽹上申请系统 – 申请指南 or email us at talented@hku.hk

Terms & Conditions:

  1. HKU Academy for the Talented (HKU AcT) reserves the right to postpone or cancel the event upon inclement weather conditions or if the Education Bureau of Hong Kong announces a suspension of schools.
  2. Places for each activity are limited and allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis or according to selection criteria set by the HKU AcT. Submission of an application does not guarantee a place. The activity is subject to cancellation if there are insufficient applications.
  3. All students need to have valid travel and medical insurance as a mandatory condition for participation in our activities. HKU AcT shall not be held liable for any medical expenses incurred by participants, nor the loss, theft or damage of personal belongings.
  4. HKU AcT reserves the right to take photographs and video recordings during the event for promotional and archival purposes.
  5. All HKU AcT events are non-transferable, non-refundable, non-exchangeable and not for re-sale. In the event of disputes regarding these terms and conditions, HKU AcT reserves the right to make final judgment on the dispute.