Tony Adams, an international education consultant and former pro vice-chancellor for international at Macquarie University in Australia, told the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) annual conference: ‘There is almost no industry that has survived the global downturn as higher education has. That means there are boardrooms around the world saying, ‘Where can we put our money so it can survive the next crisis and we can continue to grow?’ What we are about to see is a huge private investment into international higher education.’ Times Higher Education, 22 July 2010
New study reveals untapped tourism potential of international students
International students are a largely untapped market for Australia’s tourism industry. There are over half a million international students in Australia but their travel behaviours are poorly understood. Victoria University News, 22 June 2010
New records in the IDP Database of Research on International Education
IDP Database of Research on International Education has been updated with 95 new records. The latest entries can be browsed from the New Additions page.
The world is their cloister
Studying overseas can give university students a competitive edge in the global job market. The experience is character-building, providing a fresh perspective on formal studies, while also creating golden opportunities to develop cultural awareness and form lasting friendships. Adelaide Now, 25 May 2010