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Oxford International Digital Institute’s Online Pre-Sessional English programme receives second NEAS endorsement

Oxford International Digital Institute’s Online Pre-Sessional English programme receives second NEAS endorsement

We are proud to announce that the Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI)’s Online Pre-Sessional English (OPSE) course has been officially…
Registration Open for 'AI & Authentic Assessment in a Digital Era' Online Conference

Registration Open for 'AI & Authentic Assessment in a Digital Era' Online Conference

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly embedded within higher education, institutions are rethinking how they assess learning, develop digital literacy…
Why Free English Testing Is Becoming a Strategic Lever in International Student Conversion 

Why Free English Testing Is Becoming a Strategic Lever in International Student Conversion 

A thought-leader perspective from Oxford ELLT Written by Nathan Bowes International student recruitment is often framed as a marketing challenge:…
Making the Oxford ELLT better than ever

Making the Oxford ELLT better than ever

Oxford ELLT updates 2026 Language tests rarely stay still for long. With teaching, technology and student needs evolving all the…
The rise of International Year One and why universities can’t afford to ignore it

The rise of International Year One and why universities can’t afford to ignore it

As universities across the UK and globally face increasing pressure from shifting immigration policies, recruitment volatility, rising competition and changing…
Why human proctoring still matters in English language testing

Why human proctoring still matters in English language testing

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education in many positive ways, from adaptive learning to scalable testing environments. But it’s also…
The direction of global recruitment: top takeaways for institutions

The direction of global recruitment: top takeaways for institutions

Across global markets, students are increasingly prioritising risk reduction, affordability and choice when deciding how and where to study. Oxford…
Oxford International Digital Institute and Abertay University launch new transnational education partnership 

Oxford International Digital Institute and Abertay University launch new transnational education partnership 

Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI) has partnered with Abertay University to launch a new transnational education (TNE) collaboration designed to…
Strengthen Your Master’s Pipeline in Canada with OIDI’s Pre-Master Program

Strengthen Your Master’s Pipeline in Canada with OIDI’s Pre-Master Program

As Canadian institutions continue to navigate enrolment shifts, new opportunities are emerging at the postgraduate level. The Pre-Master Program from…
Oxford ELLT Prep+ course - Now 100% Free Online

Oxford ELLT Prep+ course - Now 100% Free Online

Prepare for study or work abroad with our free Oxford ELLT Prep+ Course The Oxford ELLT (English Language Level Test)…
On the Road with OIDI  

On the Road with OIDI  

We’ve had a busy start to the year with several partner visits and engagements. It’s always great to connect with our partner teams…
OI Global Hubs Expansion and Partner Engagement 

OI Global Hubs Expansion and Partner Engagement 

We are delighted to share continued growth across the OI Global Hubs network, with our newest centres now fully operational.…
Expanding Our Impact: New University Partnerships (UK and EU) 

Expanding Our Impact: New University Partnerships (UK and EU) 

Written by Nathan Bowes, OIDI Partnerships Manager At Oxford International Digital Institute (OIDI), we are proud to be continuously strengthening and growing our…
UK–China Higher Education: Insights from the BUCA Lantern Festival Networking Event 

UK–China Higher Education: Insights from the BUCA Lantern Festival Networking Event 

We were grateful to the British Universities’ China Association (BUCA) for hosting a timely and data-rich networking event in Manchester last week on Tuesday 3rd March 2026,…
The problem with reused placement tests – and why junior learners deserve better

The problem with reused placement tests – and why junior learners deserve better

English placement testing follows a familiar pattern in many schools. Each year, out comes the same paper-based test, its questions…
MOI in UK university admissions: the case for placement checks

MOI in UK university admissions: the case for placement checks

Medium of Instruction (MOI) is an established and accepted admissions route, and for good reason. It simply makes sense for…
CEFR alignment: what inspectors and parents expect, and why it matters

CEFR alignment: what inspectors and parents expect, and why it matters

Parents, education providers and inspectors alike want clear, reliable evidence that students are genuinely progressing their English language skills, rather…
The hidden cost of outdated English placement tests for junior learners — and why adaptive testing is the future

The hidden cost of outdated English placement tests for junior learners — and why adaptive testing is the future

The junior English language classrooms of today look very different from those of even a decade ago. They’re increasingly multilingual,…
Announcing the Oxford ELLT Skill Retake

Announcing the Oxford ELLT Skill Retake

At a time when demand for flexibility in English language testing is greater than ever, we’re delighted to announce our…
Transform Your Student Funnel With OIDI’s Closed Cohort Pre-Sessional English Program 

Transform Your Student Funnel With OIDI’s Closed Cohort Pre-Sessional English Program 

Written by Rob Mercer, Partnerships Manager, Canada  Canadian institutions are unlocking a powerful advantage with OIDI’s Closed Cohort Pre-Sessional English…
Exciting Connections and New Partnerships at CBIE 2025 

Exciting Connections and New Partnerships at CBIE 2025 

Written by Rob Mercer, Partnerships Manager, Canada  Our team at Oxford International Digital Institute had an incredible few days at…

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