The 2025 CSAA Biennial Conference will be hosted by the Centre for Contemporary Chinese Studies (CCCS), Asia Institute, University of Melbourne, from 1st to 3rd December 2025. The Conference is co-organised by Hong Kong Baptist University, with sponsorship from the University of International Business and Economics, the Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne, the Ford Foundation, CNKI, and Juneyao Air.
Theme: China Within and Beyond: Perspectives on Change and Continuity
The CSAA 2025 conference will provide an engaging platform for scholars to exchange ideas, debate key issues, and explore the evolving dynamics of China. We invite submission from a broad range of disciplines, including but not limited to language and linguistics, anthropology, literature, geography, history, sociology, political science, economics and business, and law.
Registration for the CSAA 2025 Conference Observers (Not Presenters)
We welcome audiences from all backgrounds to attend the CSAA 2025 Conference as observers. If you are interested, please register and purchase your ticket using this link: https://events.humanitix.com/csaa-conference-observer-not-presenting
Please note that the observer ticket does not include reception drinks or the CSAA membership.
Optional Self-funded Local Trips
We have partnered with a local travel agency, Extragreen Holidays Group, to organise a 2-day field trip for CSAA Conference participants. Please review the details below to sign up. If you choose to participate in the local field trips, please ensure you follow all provided safety information and instructions.
Optional Self-funded Local Trips Registration Deadline: 10 November 2025.
You may sign up for either one or both days of the field trip. Seats are limited and fill up quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as possible.
When booking, please ensure you select your preferred pick-up location and choose the correct travel dates: 29 and/or 30 November 2025.
Day 1: 【CSAA Conference Exclusive】Ultimate Great Ocean Road Morning Escape
Date: 29 November 2025
Booking Link: https://extragreen.com.au/product/?id=1945379895201288193
中文订票网址：https://cn.extragreen.com.au/product/?id=1945374683438829570
Day 2: 【CSAA Conference Exclusive】Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train & Healesville Sanctuary & Yarra Valley Winery & Brighton Beach Tour
Date: 30 November 2025
Booking Link: https://extragreen.com.au/product/?id=1945380683671719937
中文订票网址：https://cn.extragreen.com.au/product/?id=1945376648793214977
Payment Notice
Please select the correct package and date before placing your order.
When placing an order on the official website, you’ll need to register an account and log in using your mobile number or email address.
By default, the payment currency is AUD. If you prefer to pay in RMB, please select CNY (RMB) in the “Currency” section on the website.
If you encounter any issues during the booking process, feel free to contact Extragreen Holidays Group at: simple@extragreen.com
Hotels Information
There are several hotels and accommodation options near the University of Melbourne. Participants are welcome to book any type of lodging that suits their preferences.
In addition, Ibis Melbourne Hotel & Apartments is pleased to offer discounted rates for CSAA Conference participants.
To access the special rates, please use the following booking link: https://all.accor.com/lien_externe.svlt?&destination=1564&goto=rech_resa¤cy=AUD&goto=rech_resa&dayIn=29&monthIn=11&yearIn=2025&nightNb=4&adultNumber=1&preferredCode=BGPG&code_langue=gb
Booking Instructions:
- Select your preferred dates of stay and the number of guests.
- The discounted rate will appear in pink, marked with a “Special Offer” tag (see image below).
- Please read all terms and conditions carefully before booking. Some rooms are prepaid and non-refundable, while others offer flexible conditions, including free cancellation and payment upon arrival.
Hotel Details:
Name: Ibis Melbourne Hotel & Apartments
Address: 15-21 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: (+61) 396 660 000. Email: H1564@accor.com
Check-in from 02:00 PM – Check out up to 11:00 AM
Further details about the conference will be announced soon.
For more information about CSAA, please visit https://www.csaa.org.au/