Stakeholders agree that the pandemic has created opportunities to change the way admissions teams are involved with recruitment activities globally.

International students will not likely miss out on places at UK institutions following the government u-turn on grading, sector stakeholders have said.

A new edtech venture from Singapore, Cialfo, has raised US$3m to help it expand into the US. The product allows students to research global HEIs to assist with their application processes.

Japan will open a National Information Centre in order to collate data on the academic credentials of institutions and students, in English, for the use of overseas university admissions staff.

UniQuest has announced findings of its research project into "stealth applicants" – mysterious students that constitute a ‘blind spot’ for university admissions and marketing teams by making no contact before application.

Education and Headai have launched an app to promote Finland's education system and overhaul the country's application process

Browns English College in Australia has created a new portal to streamline the application process from "10 days to 10 minutes" - available only for agent partners.

Duolingo's English Test is becoming a fast and cost effective alternative to traditional English proficiency exams in university admissions.