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Pass along new perspectives

Students will expand their global professional network and study online with one of the top universities in the world. Our Online English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI-O) program is designed to provide stimulating, interactive and international teaching perspectives. Students will get the opportunity to learn from many experts in the field of education at UVic while developing valuable teaching skills.

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Program at a glance

Program description

Online English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI-O) is a practical program that provides high-quality skills training for instructors who teach subject content in English in their home countries.

Participants will learn from experts in the field of education, applied linguistics, CLIL and internationalization. This program offers a stimulating, interactive online teaching and learning environment. Education professionals will develop their abilities through a variety of teaching methodologies, curriculum-planning strategies and communicative or experiential classroom techniques. One of the goals of this program is to enable our teachers to plan, design and develop effective lessons in English.

The EMI-O program is designed to fit the goals, interests and needs of the participants. This includes:

  • 60 hours of asynchronous online instruction
  • synchronous academic drop-in sessions
  • asynchronous socio-cultural activities
  • a safe and respectful English immersion context for the enhancement of language, cultural intelligence and educational leadership skills

Accreditation

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The English Language Centre is accredited by Languages Canada.

Program highlights

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Credibility The University of Victoria is one of Canada's leading universities, recognized for preparing students for careers in a wide range of disciplines. Upon successful completion of this program you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
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Teaching Talent Our instructors are industry professionals with years of expertise and lived experience. They’re dedicated to helping you develop the knowledge and skills to realize your full potential.
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Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with, learn from and find support in a network of professional colleagues who are as passionate about adult education and lifelong learning as you are.

Program outcomes

By the end of the program, students will be familiar with topics such as:

  • the role of an EMI instructor
  • EMI and CLIL pedagogies and methodologies
  • evaluating content and how to integrate it into the classroom
  • English for teaching purposes
  • internationalizing the curriculum
  • using technology in the classroom
  • assessment/evaluation/testing in EMI classes
  • an introduction to the Canadian education system
  • writing for professionals

Who is this program for?

This program is for international instructors (primary, secondary and post-secondary education) looking to develop skills to teach their subject area in English.

Courses and fees

The English as a Medium of Instruction Online (EMI-O) Program runs from July 6–24, 2026, and combines flexible asynchronous coursework with scheduled live (synchronous) online drop-in sessions. The program also includes Social Connect sessions designed to support community-building, cultural exchange, and informal interaction among participants.

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Estimated fees

Description Fee
Tuition $1,800.00
Application fee $150.00
Estimated Total $1,950.00*
*IMPORTANT NOTE:
Fees listed in this section are an estimate. Total program fees may vary depending on delivery format, course selections, student fees, textbooks and taxes.

Application information

Admission requirements

The intensive nature of this program requires potential candidates to:

  • be an international, non-native English-speaking education professional with a current teaching or
    leadership assignment
  • hold or be in the process of obtaining a first degree or a teaching certificate from an accredited
    university or post-secondary institution
  • fluency in English*:
    • TOEFL iBT 71
    • IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
    • or a document supporting their participation in the program by their district
      administration plan

*We will not accept tests taken more than two years before your application to the English Language Centre.

How to apply

To view full application information, please click the Apply Now button. Programs currently open for registration will be available.

Please note: This program is subject to a minimum enrollment.

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Program dates

Starting in
July 2026
 
Program dates
 July 6 - 24, 2026
Program status
  Course open for registration

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