Learning a new language is not just for the young. Outside the customary reasons for pursuing a new language, such as university studies or a better job, there is also the relaxed-pace learner. Reem Nafie explores the 50+ age bracket and how educators are enticing this growing market segment.
Short on time but want to be tight on the detail? Anton Crace has analysed what Australia’s new national code means for providers and their relationships with the education agencies who supply them with many of their international enrolments. A careful and closer relationship is being fostered by the new regulations.
Mobile apps are an ideal platform for software developers keen to tap into the huge language learning market. Anton Crace looks at how apps are engaging learners but also adding to the business of language tuition, complementing rather than competing with traditional language schools.
With a favourable policy environment, vocal government advocacy and a foolproof combination of quality and affordability, it seems Malaysia is set to realise its ambitions to become a global study destination. But, as Beckie Smith discovers, challenges remain.
Students from all over the world are enrolling on courses that promise to convert dreams of working in the fashion industry into reality. Reem Nafie explores the panoply of courses available and charts global demand to ensure style and substance in a career path in the competitive fashion industry.
The US political rhetoric is deterring few as the top overseas study destination for Vietnamese students, as Vietnam continues to solidify its place as a strong source market. Cost concerns, however, are creating new market opportunities. Matthew D. Edward explores the trends shaping this Southeast Asian nation as an outbound market.
International students with significant health needs or disabilities could be restricted from studying in Australia because of regulations around who pays for the cost of their care, despite the fact that all temporary residents are banned from accessing public health care services anyway. Anton Crace reports.
A recent tragic case of a South Korean student who fell from a clifftop to her death in the UK is a reminder of the responsibilities that schools, tourism authorities and even local councils have in advocating for responsible behaviour. As Viggo Stacey explores, international students can be more vulnerable, but it is imperative that they are counselled on how to protect themselves from harm while enjoying an adventure overseas.
As fintech innovations spread across the globe, our way of life is changing. Buying a morning coffee with a wave of your watch, converting foreign currency online and sending money to someone on the other side of the world are all transactions that have become simple. And international education is one of the many global industries benefitting from the rise of fintech. Natalie Marsh reports.
A government-regulated private education system in Burma, well educated Iranians able to articulate smoothly overseas and an appetite for English language training in Cuba: Sara Custer considers opportunities in some of the lesser travelled countries on the international education beat.
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