22 April 2024

Welcome to our latest edition of International Education News. This newsletter is for education, government, business and community professionals working in the international education sector.

In this edition: Study NSW news and events • Industry news and opportunities
• Government programs and updates • Student spotlight • What's on

Study NSW news and events

Submit your EOI: Study NSW Sponsorship Program

Expressions of interest (EOI) for our highly anticipated sponsorship program are now officially open! Events funded through this program support Study NSW core functions and contribute to the resilience and sustainability of the NSW international education sector. Read the 2024-25 sponsorship guidelines and discover opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and showcase NSW excellence in international education.

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Study NSW shines in China

Study NSW’s China office supported the marketing and student recruitment efforts of NSW education institutions at the 2024 Global Education Alliance (GEA) Summit in Kunming, China, showcasing our commitment to education excellence. Our Director, Lily Wu, also organised a focused showcase with six NSW education providers, including comprehensive training for over 200 GEA network agents and a seminar titled 'Discover New South Wales' reaching a broad audience both in-person and online.

Achievements of NSW alumni celebrated in Indonesia

Study NSW hosted an alumni reception that brought together alumni from leading educational institutions in NSW and key stakeholders in Jakarta, Indonesia. The NSW alumni shared impactful stories of their educational journeys, showcasing their skills and contributions across diverse fields globally.

Industry news and opportunities

January 2024 international student data released

The international student data released by the Australian Government Department of Education suggests that over half of all international student enrolments were from the following five markets: China (20%), India (17%), Nepal (9%), Philippines (6%), and Vietnam (5%). To view the year-to-date (YTD) January 2024 data, login or register for Austrade’s Education Data and Insights (EDI).

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Empowering Excellence: NEAS Conference 2024

We are excited to announce that Study NSW is a proud supporter of the upcoming NEAS Management Conference 2024 themed "Rethinking, Reshaping, and Redefining Excellence in ELT”. This conference is a premier event for the English language teaching sector, bringing together industry leaders, educators, and experts to discuss the latest trends and innovations in language education.

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Enhancing international student homestay experience at NEAS Symposium

We're proud to have supported the recent NEAS Homestay Symposium, benefiting homestay providers, education professionals, and agents in enhancing student accommodation and welfare services. We encourage the sector to adopt, and find out more about, industry-developed homestay standards to improve the international student homestay experience.

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Government programs and updates

Western Sydney International Airport to turbocharge visitor economy

Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) will open in less than 1000 days, bringing a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the NSW visitor economy. It will be the first airport in NSW with flights taking off and landing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The new airport, which is more than 70 per cent complete, is on track to open to international, domestic and cargo services by late 2026.

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Industry and investment return to the centre of NSW government

NSW Premier Chris Minns has announced that industry, innovation, trade and investment functions will return to the centre of government through the transfer of Investment NSW, including Study NSW, to the Premier’s Department.

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Applications open for Uptown Accelerator to support even more vibrant districts

The NSW Government Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner is calling on arts and cultural institutions, entertainment and hospitality venues and business associations to take part in the 2024 Uptown Accelerator, a global first-of-its-kind program that empowers local business owners to collaborate to create engaging, safe and dynamic going-out precincts.

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Student spotlight

Sydney: The tech hub choice for Kaelab the aspiring entrepreneur

Kaelab chose Sydney because it is Australia’s IT capital and she always dreamed of founding her own tech startup. She was also impressed by NSW’s highly ranked universities and reputation for supporting international students. This includes offering university information webinars and multilingual guides for international students.

“Research universities in NSW and find which are best for what...”