An international partnership between the UK and India is seeking to advance training, education and research capacity building in healthcare. King’s College London, together with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, the Hinduja Foundation UK and P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre, will establish a Health Partners Academy in Maharashtra. It will deliver King’s and Guy’s and St Thomas’ training in clinical and non-clinical short courses, executive education to health professionals in both India and the U ..read more

Eaquals, a leading association in language education, has concluded another fruitful international conference in Lisbon, exploring topics such as AI and leadership. Taking place from 11-13 April, the conference set out to address key areas in language education. The event gathered over 270 participants from over 33 countries and saw a notable increase in attendance, which the association said was reminiscent of pre-pandemic times. Plus, a significant portion of attendees were first-time participants, signalling the conference’s continued appeal to newcomers. Eaquals, founded in 1991, is a lead ..read more

Oxford University Press has waded into the advanced English language space by launching a new online test for language learners. The Oxford Test of English Advanced for CEFR B2 to C1 learners is certified and recognised by the University of Oxford and will be available to “unlock global opportunities”. The test aims to prepare those taking it for success in higher education and in later careers. OUP claims it differs from others on the market because it assesses “today’s language needs in real-life contexts”, like mediation and debate. “We need to make sure that international students won ..read more

With international students accounting for only 4% of Australia’s rental market, a group representing the country’s purpose-built student accommodation sector says the students have been “unfairly blamed” for Australia’s rental crisis. Research published by the Student Accommodation Council details that a rise in smaller and solo-person households, intrastate migration and a trend to re-purpose second bedrooms into home offices have all impacted supply and affordability of rents in Australia. The report states that international students have “unfairly worn ..read more

UK universities are well aware of the threats of malign actors and the current government approach to foreign interference has been “genuinely helpful” to mitigate further risk, the head of organisation representing over 140 universities has said. CEO of Universities UK, Vivienne Stern, was speaking following a meeting of vice chancellors from 24 universities with MI5 head Ken McCallum and National Cyber Security Centre chief Felicity Oswald this week. The UK government is beginning consultations on security with the higher education sector, which will focus ..read more

The University of Chester was crowned international university of the year at the 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards in London on April 24. The institution in northern England beat off competition from nine other shortlisted finalists in the international category. In 12 categories, the University of Sheffield was named University of the Year, as well as top for Students’ Union. The WUSCAs, running for the 11th year in 2024, saw more than 100 institutions participate, with winners based on reviews from 39,000+ students. Student satisfaction is up, which the education sector ..read more

China’s international education relationships with Australia and Canada are markedly improving, but there isn’t yet a window for them to supersede UK and US collaboration with the country, stakeholders have said. During the recent China Study Abroad forum, it was announced that multiple institutions had signed MoUs with Australia and Canadian universities, with the aim of “deepening educational connections” between the countries. Speaking to The PIE, Phil Honeywood, chief executive of IEAA, said the MoUs – as well as the document signed in late March between Australia and China’s governments ..read more

With France looking to attract 30,000 Indian students by 2030 as a part of the Franco-Indian roadmap, India in turn is being promoted as an exchange destination for French students. A panel discussion titled ‘India, place of talents and innovation’, organised by CNCCEF India (French Foreign Trade Advisors) and the National Commission for Training in France last month, intended to provide a perspective on modern India to French students who may want to choose the country for exchange semesters, internships or Volunteer for International Experience.  The event attracted more than  ..read more

The study travel industry is set to boost the Welsh economy by £13 million by 2027, as IALC supports the Welsh government’s goal to welcome over one million international visitors annually. The impressive figure was shared by the International Association of Language Centres, as sector representatives flocked to Cardiff for the association’s prestigious workshop. The flagship event in the international study travel industry took place from April 11-14, welcoming around 135 study travel agents from 33 countries and 130 representatives from IALC-accredited schools in 24 countries. For over ..read more

Despite some possible wishes by candidates in the country’s upcoming election, it’s unlikely that it will be easy to get more students to study in India, stakeholders have predicted. The Indian election, which began on April 19 and will continue in phases until June 4, will see incumbent PM Narendra Modi face off with what has been described by one media outlet as a “broad but flailing alliance of opposition parties”. Speaking to Indian agents and experts in the international education sector, it seems that either way, things may continue as business as usual. “Prime minister Modi, if re-elect ..read more