The Australian Government released a new Migration Strategy on 11 December 2023. It comprises a policy roadmap containing 8 key actions and over 25 new policy commitments and areas for future reform. The Migration Strategy is informed by extensive consultation with business, unions and other stakeholders, and more than 450 submissions received as part of the Review of the Migration System.​​ Read the full plan in the Government’s Migration Strategy​. Read a brief overview of this plan in the Government’s Migration Strategy – At a Glance​​.   ..read more

The Erasmus+ programme has launched its 2024 Call for Proposals. The Call includes a range of opportunities for organisations and individuals in third countries. This international dimension is based on a partnership between organisations from third countries worldwide working with those in 33 EU Member States and/or third countries associated to the programme. To learn more, view the Programme Guide and read the Call Notice on the Erasmus+ website. More information can be found via video recordings of the Erasmus+ World Wide Webinar which was held on October 18 and 19.  IEAA is A ..read more

The IEAA Young Professionals Network supports up-and-coming staff in international education looking to accelerate their careers. This is your chance to strengthen connections, collaborate, and be a leader in our thriving community. Plus, it's a lot of fun!  IEAA Young Professionals Co-Chairs engage with their state network, other chapter leaders, and the IEAA Secretariat to share ideas, provide meaningful development opportunities and bring young professionals together. The role of a Co-Chair is to work with the IEAA Secretariat to lead state events for their chapter. This  ..read more

Do you have an active interest in international education research, either as a researcher or practitioner? Expressions of interest to join IEAA’s Research Committee are now open! The Committee’s role is to guide IEAA’s research events, publications and other initiatives and to shape IEAA’s research output. There are currently three vacancies on the Research Committee. Each position is undertaken on a voluntary basis, for a two-year term ending in December 2025. The committee meets five to six times annually and Research Committee members must be current members of IEAA. To submit ..read more

The winners of the 2023 IEAA Excellence Awards were announced during the AIEC Opening Plenary on Wednesday 11 October 2023. The annual IEAA Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate the exceptional achievements of individuals and teams who contribute to Australia’s reputation for quality and innovation in international education.  The 2023 awards were presented at the Australian International Education Conference 2023 in Adelaide. The awards are proudly sponsored by Acumin, ETS TOEFL, Pearson PTE Academic,IDP Education, Study Adelaide, and the University of Sydney. “After another chall ..read more

Want to help shape the direction of IEAA? Looking for a chance to give back to the community and enhance your profile? Now is the time to get your nominations in for IEAA's next group of Board members and Network conveners. As a member-led organisation, IEAA thrives on the passion, knowledge and commitment of each of our volunteers. At this crucial time for international education in Australia, our community requires strong, visionary leadership. We are now seeking nominations for the following positions, each for a two-year term starting in October 2023: Board Treasurer 3 x Ordinar ..read more

The Exchange Fair Circuit is a collaborative initiative between Australian universities to encourage more students to study overseas on exchange. It began in 2004 and aims to leverage off already established institution-based exchange fairs. Collaborating on a national level – and coordinating the timing of individual fairs – greatly enhances the value proposition for international partner institutions travelling to Australia. International partners attend different sections of the circuit each year, or participate in the whole circuit on alternate years. The Exchange Fair Circuit is now a fir ..read more

Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has shared updated guidelines for the New Colombo Plan’s Scholarships and Mobility Program.   See the table below for the changes to the Mobility guidelines and key changes to the 2024 of Scholarships. Changes from 2023 Guidelines - Mobility Changes Rationale Expanded eligible courses to all undergraduate courses. (Previous eligible courses: Bachelor, Bachelor Honours, and concurrent diplomas only) To increase student diversity and participation in the NCP Suggested grant amounts increased To reflect increased in cost of partici ..read more

Calls for Proposals are open now for the 2024 conferences for the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education, the Association of International Education Administrators, and The Forum for Education Abroad. The Asia-Pacific Association for International Education 2024 Conference and Exhibition takes place in Perth, Australia, from 4 to 8 March. The call for proposals is open now and closes on 31 July. Learn more here.   The Association of International Education Administrators 2024 Annual Conference takes place in Washington DC, USA, from 18 to 21 February. The call for proposals ..read more

Do you know someone who’s made an impact in international education in Australia? Developed an innovative project? Produced visionary research? Now’s the time to submit your nominations for the 2023 IEAA Excellence Awards.    The IEAA Excellence Awards recognise outstanding contributions by individuals and teams in the international education sector in Australia. The Awards recognise the passion and dedication of our colleagues and peers and provide a benchmark of excellence and good practice for the international education community.  “IEAA proudly provides a platfor ..read more