CIMUSET Training Workshop

CIMUSET and CSTM International Training Workshop on Capacity Building for Professionals of Science Centers and Museums

 The theme of the training workshop is Future Learning Centers in the Changing World —AI for Science Museums

The International Training Workshop on Capacity Building for Professionals of Science Centers and Museums announces its 2026 training workshop planned for 17-21 September 2026, at China Science and Technology Museum (CSTM) in Beijing, China.

In this workshop, international and Chinese experts will share their experience and expertise on the above topics, and also refer to CIMUSET strategies, such as digital accessibility, serving as a bridge, and towards a sustainable future.

The program will include case studies, group work, and expert guidance to AI-integrated science education exhibition concepts and educational programs tailored for science museums.

Agenda

Date Activities
Day 1 （17-Sep） Opening ceremony & workshop lectures

CSTM tour
Day 2 （18-Sep） Lectures+Group Work:Discussion&Practice
Day 3（19-Sep） Lectures+Group Work:Discussion&Practice
Visit to the Palace Museum
Day 4（20-Sep） 2026 World Conference on Science Literacy – Keynote Speeches

Group Work:Task Completion+Presentation&Sharing
Day 5 （21-Sep） 2026 World Conference on Science Literacy Special Forum on “Science Museums Without Walls” 

Closing ceremony

Note: The above schedule is provisional. A refined version, with confirmed timings, will be provided in the second announcement.

Participants Profile

An overall assessment of the applications will take into account the gender balance of the applicants as well as the range of types and sizes of museums and centers where the applicants work.CIMUSET members will be given priority consideration.

Target Participants:

Professionals working in science centers, science museums, and related informal science education institutions.

Requirements:

  • [1] ICOM Members (individual) or ICOM Members (Institutional);
  • [2] Fluent in both spoken and written English;
  • [3] Occupying middle-level management or senior developer position in a recognized science centers and museums; having a solid professional background and a thorough comprehension of present conditions and developments in science centers and museums, and have completed, supervised, or participated in the research and development of at least two Exhibitions or Educational programs for science and technology museums.
  • [4] Aged 45 years and under (Born after 1st January 1981).

Number of participants setting

Recruitment of 40 participants: 20 international participants; 20 Chinese participants.

Material submitted

All applications must be accompanied by the following documents in English:

  • A fully completed Registration form;
  • A Curriculum Vitae indicating training, work experience, publications and current work responsibilities (one page maximum);
  • A Motivation Letter describing how the training workshop fits into your career development plan and how it will assist you in your current position, and giving answers to three (3) questions (maximum 500 words).
  • A letter of recommendation from the director or CEO of the applicant’s institution;
  • A copy of the first page of the passport. IMPORTANT: Your passport needs to be valid at least until 31stMarch 2027

By applying for the workshop, the applicants agree to:

  • Provide the medical travel insurance documents to China Science and Technology Museum before arranging the travel plan. If the applicant fails to provide the travel medical insurance documents, the medical expense that might incur during the workshop shall be borne by the applicant himself/herself.
  • Do preparatory work prior to the workshop – readings and homework;
  • Participate in an evaluation of the workshop.

DEADLINE: Application deadline is Midnight (UTC/GMT +8.00), July 15, 2026
The application form should be sent with all the requested documents to:
cstmworkshop@163.com.

Notes on Fees

Visa costs, medical travel insurance coverage and other expenses not explicitly stated above are at the cost of the participants. There are no registration fees for attending the training workshop.

Scholarships are available for selected participants, covering international travel (economy class) and accommodation during the training. Applications will open soon – stay tuned.

We look forward to welcoming you to Beijing in September 2026!