To promote cultural exchanges between China and other countries and enhance international youth's understanding and appreciation of China's outstanding traditional culture, Huzhou Vocational and Technical College will organize the "Huzhou Traditional Cultural Experience" International Summer School Program in 2026. Through immersive learning and practical exploration, this program will showcase Huzhou's profound historical heritage and unique cultural charm to students from around the world.

I. Introduction to the College

Huzhou Vocational and Technical College is the only public higher vocational college in Huzhou and a leading institution in vocational education. Located in the Xisai Mountain Higher Education Park, the campus covers an area of 1,116 acres, with a total construction area of 598,000 square meters. It consists of 10 secondary colleges and has approximately 12,000 full-time students.

The college actively expands international cooperation. It has been selected as one of the first pilot institutions for Sino-German vocational education cooperation under the Ministry of Education. It has also established cooperative programs with institutions in countries such as Singapore and Malaysia, co-founded the Sino-Africa (Angola) Silk Road College, and conducts student and faculty exchanges, study tours, and internships with universities in the United States, Germany, and other countries.

II. Program Overview

1. Program Duration: June 2026

2. Program Capacity: 20 participants

3. Program Content:

(1) Traditional Cultural Experience Courses

Participants will engage in a series of lively workshops to personally experience the depth and richness of Chinese culture. The courses include calligraphy, pottery, Tai Chi, traditional festival customs, and folk arts. Guided by professional instructors, participants will not only learn traditional skills but also gain insights into the historical context, philosophical significance, and contemporary inheritance behind each cultural element, achieving a transition from "understanding" to "deep appreciation."

(2) Huzhou Cultural Study Tour

Extracurricular activities will include visits to Huzhou’s natural and cultural landmarks, historical sites, and characteristic venues such as Huzhou brush workshops, silk enterprises, and ecological tea gardens. Participants will observe traditional craftsmanship up close, personally experience Huzhou’s local cultural features represented by the Huzhou brush, silk, and tea culture, and embark on a journey of cultural immersion that integrates knowledge with practice.

III. Application Information

For inquiries and registration, please contact:

International Affairs Office

Huzhou Vocational and Technical College

Email: FAO@huvtc.edu.cn