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The Global Brand Health and Awareness Survey found that 22% of prospective international students now place New Zealand among their top three destinations, reaching a target set out for 2034 in the government’s international education…

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Recent data from the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) showed China’s outbound mobility rate fall to its lowest point in a decade last year, as experts say rising costs, visa disruptions and increasing domestic options will bring…

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Introduce yourself in three words or phrases Cross-cultural connector, resilient in transition, designing what’s next What makes you get up in the morning? The sound of the ocean helps. Living near the coast means I often wake up to waves…

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Higher education in the UK appears on the precipice of change. One could, if one were optimistic, describe this as a perfect storm. Better that, than an imperfect one. Because, with all the challenges posed by fewer student numbers…

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The Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) received complaints from more than 30 prospective international students, some of whom have been waiting up to a year to receive refunds for program fees, totalling some €60,000. It…

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IDP Education has announced that it will expand its study abroad portfolio to support students wishing to study in Malaysia, in line with its efforts to cater to growing demand for destinations offering strong education quality, career…

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India’s renewed push for transnational education is reshaping global higher education strategy. With regulatory reforms under the National Education Policy 2020 and openness to foreign university partnerships, India has become one of the…

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Sector leaders have said they are “encouraged” by the report ’s proposals, but the more pertinent issue now relates to how IRCC acts on the report and whether it can lead to meaningful policy reforms – something stakeholders warn is…

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Malvern St James (MSJ), located in Worcestershire, revealed today that its management board is proposing a “planned and orderly closure” by the end of the academic year. It said the decision had been prompted by “a significant and…

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Highlighting a “critical challenge” in global mobility, the Japan Association of Overseas Studies (JAOS) has launched JSARI – the nation’s first dedicated study abroad think tank – amid slowing outbound growth and limited policy research.…

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You hold two very significant roles: deputy CEO of Visit Malta and managing director of the Malta Tourism Observatory. For our international education audience, could you briefly explain the distinction between these two organisations?…

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The announcement was made by vice-chancellor Professor Paul Bartholomew to staff in a meeting on April 2026 15. A 90-day consultation period with trade unions has since begun. Despite recording a total income of £304 million in 2025, it…

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As the Brazilian association for international education, FAUBAI, wrapped up its 38 th annual conference , the organisation’s president, José Celso Freire Júnior, shared his aspirations for Brazil to move from participating in global…

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OzTREKK is primarily known for helping Canadian students find opportunities to study overseas – particularly in Australia and New Zealand, where it has “deep expertise”. StudyIn said the deal would help to build on its existing platform…

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With India entering a new phase of internationalisation driven by transnational education, The PIE heard delegates reflect on the model’s successes, challenges and opportunities. Participants were asked to share their views on TNE ’s role…

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What do you like most about your job? Seeing students’ lives change in real time. There’s nothing better than watching someone gain confidence, perspective and direction through a global experience. Describe a project or initiative you’re…

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In October 2025, 125 of the UK’s most prominent CEOs, leading entrepreneurs and university vice-chancellors joined UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on a trade mission to India. At The PIE Live Europe 2026, some of those travellers lifted the…

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As UK universities prepare for the Home Office’s tightening of compliance measures, experts have said not to ignore demand-side factors, with new data revealing falling search interest in the UK among South Asian students on Keystone…

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There’s a quiet fear that sits just beneath many conversations about international education and first‑year students. Is it too much too soon? Are we asking students who are still figuring out how to do laundry, manage deadlines, and find…

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At EF Education First , enrolments in 50+ language travel programs have increased by 50% over the past two years. At its school in Rome, that growth is visible on the ground. On the first Monday of every month, a new cohort of learners…

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“Many Indian students in the UK are surprised to learn that they may already be eligible to vote,” said Sanam Arora, founder and chair of NISAU. “This campaign is about ensuring that people are aware of their rights and have the…

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Inspirit Capital is acquiring Kaplan Languages Group for an undisclosed amount In an exclusive interview, CEO reveals primary focus for Kaplan on HE and online divisions New brand identity expected, while continuing fundamental mission of…

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In mid-December, everything changed. Within weeks, African students who had done everything ‘right’ – exceptional academics, compelling stories, competitive test scores – found themselves locked out of opportunities they had worked years…

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Dr Vidya Yeravdekar, pro chancellor of Symbiosis International University, shares insights from the three-day Internationalisation of Higher Education Conference held between April 9–11, 2026, and the outcomes it aimed to deliver for the…

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ECA, which is shifting towards global campus delivery models as it enters its third decade in international education, will support Birkbeck’s India campus operations as the institute looks to “provide students direct exposure to…

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According to a new survey by the British Universities International Liaison Association ( BUILA ), enrolments across UK universities were down by an average of 31% compared with January 2025, with the steepest declines reported across…

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This piece has been co-authored by by Jon Chew, IEAA vice president; Rishen Shekar, IEAA board member; Dr Kirrilee Hughes, IEAA research manager . Australia’s international education sector is navigating a defining moment. We have a…

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NBFCs are leaving an increasingly perceptible mark on India’s lending landscape, keeping pace with the country’s evolving regulations and catering to a wider segment of borrowers. By combining technology-forward frameworks with…

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The government figures show a 64% year-on-year reduction in new study permits issued in 2025, as Canada welcomed fewer first-time international students than during the pandemic and the lowest total over the past decade. According to IRCC…

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Describe yourself in three words or phrases. Curious, determined, and flexible. What do you like most about your job? I most enjoy interacting with so many different people from diverse backgrounds, with us all working toward a shared…

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Birkbeck, a member institution of the University of London, has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to open its first overseas campus at Sattva Tech Park, a major technology hub in Bengaluru. The…

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This piece has been co-authored by by Jon Chew, IEAA vice president; Rishen Shekar, IEAA board member; Dr Kirrilee Hughes, IEAA research manager . Australia’s international education sector is navigating a defining moment. We have a…

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NBFCs are leaving an increasingly perceptible mark on India’s lending landscape, keeping pace with the country’s evolving regulations and catering to a wider segment of borrowers. By combining technology-forward frameworks with…

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The government figures show a 64% year-on-year reduction in new study permits issued in 2025, as Canada welcomed fewer first-time international students than during the pandemic and the lowest total over the past decade. According to IRCC…

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Describe yourself in three words or phrases. Curious, determined, and flexible. What do you like most about your job? I most enjoy interacting with so many different people from diverse backgrounds, with us all working toward a shared…

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Birkbeck, a member institution of the University of London, has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to open its first overseas campus at Sattva Tech Park, a major technology hub in Bengaluru. The…

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Following December’s announcement of the UK rejoining Erasmus+ in 2027, today EU and UK policymakers legally formalised the deal under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Alongside welcoming the UK back into the scheme six years…

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According to the latest data from the Korean Immigration Service under the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), South Korea hosted 314,397 international students as of February, including 238,905 in higher education institutions, 75,033 on Korean…

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Following December’s announcement of the UK rejoining Erasmus+ in 2027, today EU and UK policymakers legally formalised the deal under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Alongside welcoming the UK back into the scheme six years…

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According to the latest data from the Korean Immigration Service under the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), South Korea hosted 314,397 international students as of February, including 238,905 in higher education institutions, 75,033 on Korean…

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Describe your company in three words or phrases. Leadership. Collaboration. Global perspective. ALTO brings together senior leaders from across international education – agencies, educators, associations and service providers – to exchange…

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Following the ousting of the previous administration, attention is turning to how the incoming government, led by Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party, will reshape Hungary’s relationships with the EU and rebuild international education relations.…

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The new Shorelight study tracks F-1 visa refusals over the last decade, during which visa denials have not only increased across the board, but have become structurally concentrated in specific regions, especially in Africa and South Asia.…