As a tourism giant with a global language, Spain has been dealt a winning hand at the internationalisation table. But, as The PIE reports, a greater coordination between its key industry players is needed to fulfil its ambitions.
International students are vulnerable when they leave home and travel overseas to begin a new life and with the weight of expectation on their shoulders. A sharp focus on stress-busting strategies at institutions is helping them – and domestic students – attack anxiety and successfully settle, as Sophie Bauer reports.
For clients with no real budget concerns, or those on a tight corporate timeframe, the rules around language learning programs are bending… Patrick Atack uncovers a new breed of premium programs, where concierge-style activities, lavish leaving balls, F1 experiences and deluxe accommodation are all part of the new normal.
The IB. Two letters. Two languages. A well known brand in education, but how does the International Baccalaureate actually deliver an altogether distinctive and global education pedagogy? As the curriculum turns 50, Patrick Atack takes a closer look and its European roots and global future.
More than 489,000 international students were studying in China between in 2017, a 10% rise compared to 2016. According to Ministry of Education data, there has been a 299% increase since 2004. The appeal is manifold: cheap costs in one of the world’s economic powerhouses, scholarship opportunities and English medium programs, for example. Chris Parr finds out more.
Australia-China tensions, where does the truth end and the misinformation begin? Anton Crace looks beyond the media reports in this long read.
Beckie Smith takes a look at the tricky terrain that is the US H1-B visa, and post-study work opportunities in Trump’s US. The visa route, often used by STEM graduates, could be under threat despite two prominent senators proposing a bill to expand its reach.
Choosing a college, connecting with peers or playing competitions to win internships… there are countless ways that Edtech is improving the student journey and being employed by higher education institutions. In this piece, The PIE examines new ways that technology is being leveraged in the field of international education.
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.
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