Oxford EMI Summer Programme 2026
“It was my dream to go to Oxford. Thank you to the great Oxford EMI team for this experience. You looked after us so well, you are so friendly! I learnt a lot. I bought a lot of souvenirs to take home! I hope to come back some day to this beautiful university city.”
Participant from Indonesia
Course Description
Dates:
20 – 31 July 2026
Length:
2-weeks
Participant fee:
£3200
No. of participants:
Limited Spaces
Certificate:
Oxford EMI Certificate
Enquire about the course:
Ready to transform your teaching?
Join us in the summer of 2026 in the historic heart of Oxford for an international EMI professional development programme designed to support University educators who teach their academic content in English.
Work with leading EMI experts to gain confidence and enhance your teaching practice, and immerse yourself in one of the world’s most prestigious academic environments.
- Explore interactive EMI pedagogy
- Develop practical, classroom-ready teaching techniques
- Receive personalised feedback on microteaching
- Enjoy the atmosphere of Oxford
Who is this programme for?
The Oxford EMI Summer Programme is an intensive, face-to-face professional development course designed specifically for University educators who teach academic content (e.g., Engineering, Business, Sciences, Humanities) in English.
Whether you are an established EMI educator looking to refine your practice or are preparing to teach your first international cohort, this programme provides the pedagogical tools and confidence needed to succeed in the global classroom.
How does the programme work?
The programme combines theoretical research with hands-on practice in the heart of Oxford. This integrates three main elements:
- Expert-led workshops: Daily interactive sessions focusing on EMI pedagogy and practical teaching techniques.
- Classroom observations: Analyse real-world EMI practice through guided observations of class extracts.
- Microteaching & feedback: Put your learning into practice with microteaching sessions, receiving personalised, constructive feedback from EMI experts.
What is included in the programme?
Our expertise in Internationalisation and Higher Education has shaped a programme that concentrates on practical, classroom-ready strategies that make complex academic content comprehensible for EMI students.
- Active learning: Develop interactive tasks that boost student engagement and encourage critical thinking.
- AI & digital tools: Explore how to integrate AI and online platforms to support diverse learning needs.
- Networking: Share experiences with a global community of peers and create and international Community of Practice.
- The Oxford experience: Access the historic Bodleian Libraries for research and inspiration.
What are the programme outcomes?
By the end of this programme, you will be better able to:
- Plan & deliver high-quality academic content while maintaining student comprehension.
- Implement practical interaction techniques to manage diverse, international groups.
- Apply latest EMI research to your specific subject area (Sciences, Humanities, etc.).
- Demonstrate increased confidence in your pedagogical role within an internationalised institution.
Proficiency recommendation
To maximise participation in workshops and peer discussions, we recommend that participants have an English proficiency level of CEFR B2 or above.
Certificate eligibility
All course participants will receive an Oxford EMI Certificate.
Your time in Oxford
For getting to Oxford, finding somewhere to stay and more, you can find useful information here.
You’ll also find plenty of recommendations of what to do in and around Oxford during your stay on the Oxford EMI community blog.
How do I enrol?
There are limited places available for the Oxford EMI Summer Programme 2026. Secure your place on this prestigious programme in Oxford today.
