Australian institutions have hit back at proposals to introduce a levy on international student fee income, saying it amounts to a tax on the sector.

A new division in ITECA for its higher education members in Australia will give them "focused policy leadership" on unique issues they face.

Australia's higher education regulator has written to all the country's registered providers warning that they could be at risk of non-compliance in regards to their recruitment, admission and support for international students.

Universities Australia has welcomed the Universities Accord interim report, saying it "underscores the importance" of tertiary education in building a stronger Australia.

A comprehensive review of the migration system has called for tighter agent regulation, a rethink of international student work rights, and higher English language requirements, among other recommendations.

A leading independent higher education body in Australia has called on the country’s government to release awaited data on student visa-related performances of CRICOS education providers. 

Stakeholders in Nepal are raising concerns that authorities have stopped issuing certificates for VET and language students that are needed to study abroad.

The Australian government is looking for “robust and resilient ways” to regulate the country’s international education sector.