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A new study from English UK highlights the severe impact that the pandemic has had on the country’s ELT sector this year. The study relies on survey responses from 145 reporting centres (representing 43% of all ELT enrolments in the UK) which were then extrapolated to the entire English UK membership. On average, responding centresContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 5 Aug 2020Our podcast series continues today with a special focus on visas. It is fair to say that visa processing has been one of the biggest issues in student mobility this year. Indeed, the availability of visa services, plus any changes in visa policy – remain one of the biggest question marks in many destinations, asContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 5 Aug 2020New Zealand Education Minister Chris Hipkins sounded a cautious note during a 27 July media briefing, which focused in part on the introduction of a new recovery strategy and relief fund for the country’s international education sector. “COVID-19 has meant that international education providers, especially providers like English language schools have suffered a sudden andContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 5 Aug 2020A new survey conducted by the Institute of International Education (IIE) indicates that most students enrolled at US colleges and universities this fall will be learning according to a hybrid model combining in-person and virtual instruction. Fully 92% of 520 responding US higher education institutions – collectively enrolling more than 500,000 students – participating inContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 5 Aug 2020After a period of extended lobbying by English UK and other stakeholder organizations, the UK Home Office has increased visa flexibility for those coming to the UK for six months or less. As of December 2020, the current short-term study visa (STSV) route will be closed as part of the UK’s transition out of theContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 29 Jul 2020The Irish government announced an initial “Green List” of 15 countries last week. Travellers to Ireland from a Green List country may now enter the country without a mandatory quarantine period. Visitors, including students, from any countries not on the list are still required to undertake a mandatory 14-day isolation period. The Green List isContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 29 Jul 2020US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) began the month of July by announcing new guidance that would have effectively barred international students from entering or remaining in the US if their programme of study transitioned to online delivery. In a dramatic reversal, that rule was rescinded by the US government on 14 July, in theContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 29 Jul 2020In a normal year, Canada’s English and French language programmes attract 150,000 foreign students, generate billions of dollars of exports, and prepare many students for study at Canadian colleges and universities. The vital industry sector also plays a major role in supporting Canada’s immigration goals, ensuring that new immigrants have the language proficiency needed toContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 28 Jul 2020A new study finds that the number of students saying they will cancel their study abroad plans in light of the pandemic has declined in recent months. The unpublished study, “COVID-19 crisis: Planning towards the new normal,” was made available to us by EY Parthenon’s Global Education Practice, and, reflecting findings from other recent researchContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 22 Jul 2020Our podcast series continues today with a special discussion on the role for online learning in higher education. After a remarkable, global pivot to online learning and teaching this year, we are now looking ahead to a number of scenarios for higher education in the second half of 2020. These may take the shape ofContinue reading…
Originally posted to the ICEF Monitor on 22 Jul 2020Virtual Reality with ICEF empowers education and accommodation providers to tell uniquely engaging stories, access new audiences, and grow international student recruitment. Learn how to leverage this immersive technology to connect with students around the world and tell powerful stories about your institution.
International student recruitment agencies play a vital role in international education, connecting education institutions with students around the world. We offer high-quality professional development to keep education agencies informed about immigration requirements, course entry standards, and student support expectations around the world.
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