Lexis English, one of Australia's leading private language providers, has expanded into Korea with the aim of becoming a "key player" in Korea's international education sector. The centre will provide Korean language courses, accommodation and social programmes, and English language and academic testing.

A new tuition protection scheme (TPS) in Australia is deterring education agents from sending students to the country as well as placing financial restraints on providers, sources have told The PIE News. However, others defend the scheme in intent if not practice and suggest Australian providers need to adapt.