These distinguished scholars bring cutting-edge research and innovative perspectives on how artificial intelligence is transforming language education, literary analysis, and translation practices.
11–12 February 2026
First International Conference on
English Studies
Conference Theme
English Language Education, Literature, and Translation in the Age of AI Challenges and Opportunities in a Changing World
First International Conference on English Studies
Organized by the Department of English Language and Literature CAAS, Dhofar University
The Department of English Language and Literature, College of Arts and Applied Sciences at Dhofar University is pleased to announce the First International Conference on English Studies (ICES 2026), taking place in Salalah, Oman, on 11–12 February 2026.
The theme highlights the dynamic intersections of English language, literature, and translation with technology, pedagogy, and culture. This event will serve as a vibrant forum for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share insights into how English studies are being reshaped by AI and other global transformations.
Deadline for submissions
30 November 2025
Last date to submit your abstract for oral presentation, poster presentation, or workshop proposal.
Notification of acceptance
10 December 2025
Authors will be notified about the acceptance of their proposals via email.
Registration deadline
20 December 2025
Final date for accepted authors to complete their conference registration.
Conference Themes and Subthemes
(Applied) Linguistics/TESOL
- • Technology Enhanced Language Learning/Teaching/Assessment
- • Language Teacher Education, Research and Professional Development
- • Academic Integrity at the Age of AI
- • Language and Culture in the Classroom
- • EGP, ESP, EAP, and AI
- • EMI
- • Technology for Researching SLA
- • + Any other topic related to TESOL/AL that aligns with the Conference Theme
Translation
- • Advances in AI-assisted Translation
- • Audiovisual Translation
- • Interpreting Studies
- • Translator Training and Pedagogy
- • Translation Assessment
- • Issues in Literary, Technical, Religious, Legal, and Media Translation
- • + Any other topic related to Translation that aligns with the Conference Theme
Literature
- • Identity, Race & Representation
- • Literature of War
- • Comparative Literature
- • Cyborg Literature
- • Teaching Literature
- • + Any other topic related to English Literature that aligns with the Conference Theme
Venue Info
Main DU Conference Hall, Halls 1–4, and Block B Classrooms, Dhofar University, Salalah, Oman
