Bridging Languages, Bridging Futures: Language and Translation Education in Hong Kong and Australia

This one-day symposium brings together scholars from Hong Kong and Australia to explore innovative approaches to language and translation education in a rapidly evolving global context.

Supported by the University of Adelaide’s Global Partnership Engagement Fund and co-organised by Dr Tin Kei Wong (University of Adelaide) and Professor Long Li (The Chinese University of Hong Kong), the event fosters cross-institutional and cross-linguistic dialogue around language and translation education.

Program Highlights

Morning Session:
Keynote presentations from scholars in translation and language education:

• Professor Mira Kim (UNSW) introduces a personalised autonomous learning model that integrates linguistic development, confidence building, and learner well-being.

• Professor Long Li (CUHK) shares empirical eye-tracking research on translator visibility and its implications for book design and publishing practice.

• Professor Lingjie Ji (CUHK) explores AI-assisted literary translation, demonstrating how artificial intelligence can support students throughout a multi-stage creative workflow while raising key pedagogical and ethical questions.

Afternoon Session:
Interactive roundtable discussions featuring educators from the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, exploring:

• Teaching Language and Translation in the Australian Context

• Building Cultural Literacy Through Language Education

Why Attend?

• Engage with leading scholars and local educators

• Gain insights into multilingual and intercultural pedagogies

• Connect with peers across institutions and language disciplines

• Contribute to shaping future directions for language and translation education in Australia

Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea provided.

Register now to secure your place — spaces are limited.

For questions about the event, please contact Dr Tin Kei Wong at tinkei.wong@adelaide.edu.au.