ICEF Higher Education is a long-standing, annual event entirely focused on international higher education. In 2025, it returns to London’s InterContinental – the O2, to connect senior recruitment professionals from across the sector.
Over the course of two days, attendees have the opportunity to connect with 200+ international student recruitment agents from around the world, all established specialists in recruiting for higher education. Further ensuring quality, for this event, ICEF will only be accepting agencies that have achieved ICEF Agency Status, which means they have undergone a more rigorous screening and reference checking process.
Additionally, delegates gain free access to the groundbreaking ICEF Monitor Global Summit (also available as an individual ticket), which is held the day before and in the same venue. The summit, now on its second edition, brings together influential professionals from across the sector to share knowledge, discuss trends, and support the sustainable growth of the industry
A key benefit of attending ICEF Higher Education is free access to the ICEF Monitor Global Summit, which provides a truly global perspective on the most pressing issues in international education. Designed to foster discussion and provide tangible takeaways, the summit supports the sustainable growth of international student recruitment.
Leveraging ICEF Monitor’s evidence-based approach to market intelligence for the sector, this year’s summit provides a comprehensive exploration of the international student journey, with key themes including:
With networking a major component of ICEF events, the two-day ICEF Higher Education offers the opportunity to build a personalised schedule of up to 38 one-to-one meetings with partners and quality, ICEF accredited education agents that meet your specific student recruitment needs.
ICEF Higher Education will take place at the InterContinental London – The O2. Located on the Greenwich Peninsula, adjacent to the River Thames, it is a luxurious venue with views of London’s skyline and excellent transport links.
Providing all the amenities to be expected from a state-of-the-art venue, including six restaurants and bars, as well as direct corridor access to the O2 Arena, with its world-class entertainment and shopping opportunities, the InterContinental London – The O2 is the perfect venue for ICEF Higher Education, comfortable, convenient and contemporary.
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Only agencies with ICEF Agency Status may apply to attend this event.
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Tickets include all sessions, refreshments, lunch and the ICEF Higher Education evening reception. (Agents must have IAS accreditation).
209 agents and 124 educators from 73 countries.
It is the first time for us here, and the demand of the higher education in our company has been has been increasing in the last years. And, for that reason, it's important to us to come, because we create new networks with universities worldwide, and that is important.
Our main goal is to discuss, I mean since the recruitment trend is changing. Now there are a lot of new dynamics around the world. So, for me to attend the conference, the talk programmes, and also get a lot of updates from the universities... We will be discussing on that.
It was my second ICEF Higher Education event after a few years' hiatus, and I found it refreshing to meet with motivated and positive agents. It was also a great chance to meet current partners face-to-face.
I am obliged that I was a part of ICEF 2024 in London, UK. Every featured seminar on the first day was very insightful and we had fruitful meetings with many institutional members from around the globe. This was all possible with the great efforts and assistance of the entire ICEF team!
Attending ICEF events has been a game-changer for our team. The quality of networking opportunities and the depth of insights have significantly enhanced our strategies in international student recruitment. It's a must-attend for anyone serious about succeeding in the global education market....
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I really enjoy the great events ICEF organizes to connect qualified and experienced agents worldwide.
The ICEF event this year was phenomenal, beyond excellent in organisation, the ICEF staff especially, the photographers and entire staff group, the professionalism of the staff/team was impeccable. They empathically addressed and attend to issues in the highest and most professional manner...
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One of the best events and arrangements to get new agreement in the Education Industry.
ICEF has brought a variety of educators and providers together to help us make new connections. The European and The UK market is growing in terms of higher education and students are excited to explore various options in terms of courses.
I absolutely loved every moment of the event. The organisation was fantastic. Thank you!
Joining ICEF and attending the events has broadened our perspective around international student recruitment.
