Certificate in English-Medium Instruction (EMI)
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- Certificate programmeDegree level
- 90 contact hours (4 compulsory courses, 22.5 hour…Duration
- Online, CanadaLocation
- Educator TrainingField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- OnlineCampus
- Certificate in English-Medium Instruction (EMI)Awards
- Tuition on request — ask our teamFees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development | 4 Courses Required | 90.00 Hours Required | View Course Selections | This certificate will help you improve teaching and learning in an English-Medium Instruction (EMI) context by developing knowledge of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) theory and strategies. Through a variety of lectures, discussion, and hands-on activities, participants will develop a working knowledge of CLIL theories and learn to implement CLIL strategies for teaching and assessment.
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Participants will also improve their English language skills needed for teaching and managing the learning and teaching environment. | Who is the Program For? | It has been designed to meet the needs of universities, school boards, administrators and government ministries of education to support the implementation of English language instruction in their primary, secondary, or higher education school systems. | The certificate prepares instructors to adapt their language, teaching methodologies and assessment practices to account for both the content and language, in order to make their teaching more effective. This program is also relevant for researchers whose first
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 4.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
English: IELTS 4.5; TOEFL iBT 53 · English test waiver: The programme page publishes its minimum language requirements as ranges - 'IELTS: 4.5-5.5', 'TOEFL iBT: 53-78', 'CEFR B1', 'Cambridge B1 Preliminary'. The lower bound of each range is recorded in the score fields. No test-waiver rule is published for this credential.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionTuition on request — ask our team
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsNo entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
What English score does it need?
IELTS 4.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
90 contact hours (4 compulsory courses, 22.5 hour…, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
English: IELTS 4.5; TOEFL iBT 53 · English test waiver: The programme page publishes its minimum language requirements as ranges - 'IELTS: 4.5-5.5', 'TOEFL iBT: 53-78', 'CEFR B1', 'Cambridge B1 Preliminary'. The lower bound of each range is recorded in the score fields. No test-waiver rule is published for this credential.
Is there a scholarship?
No entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. Source View scholarship page
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