Social Media Engagement: Winning Strategies for Education Providers

In today's digital-first environment, social media isn't just another communication channel—it's a powerful recruitment tool. Education providers and agents need to leverage social platforms not only to inform but also to captivate and inspire their audience. This comprehensive guide provides everything you need—from creating structured monthly plans to mastering the art of impactful posting. Know [...]

2025-03-25T22:30:08+00:00March 25th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Challenges for Small Business Owners as TSMIT rises

The Australian government has announced that the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) will increase from $73,150 to $76,515 as of July 1, 2025.This change means that employers who sponsor foreign workers must offer a minimum salary of $76,515 plus a 12% superannuation contribution, bringing the total cost per worker to $85,696.80. While the goal [...]

2025-03-19T00:48:31+00:00March 19th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Education Agent Code of Ethics

Education agents are playing an important role in the recruitment of international students to Australia and to other countries in that matter. It is therefore expected that education agents provide high-quality services to prospective and current students in the Australian education and training sector. We have highlighted a set of seven ethical principles that serve [...]

2025-03-17T03:10:02+00:00March 17th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

The changing role of an education agent

I have been a part of the international education industry since 2002, and I have witnessed significant changes in the landscape of international education, particularly in the role of education agents. Historically, education agents were valued as in-country advisors that provided information and application support to future students on a local basis. There has been [...]

2025-03-14T00:53:58+00:00March 14th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Why Orientation is Crucial for International Students

"Orientation is a pivotal moment in a student’s journey—it can set them up for success or leave them struggling." The Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF) and National Code (NC) emphasise that orientation programs must support international students in adjusting to life and study in Australia. Yet, too often, orientation is treated as a one-time event [...]

2025-03-13T02:10:49+00:00March 13th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Ensuring a Successful Visa Application to Australia: Accuracy, Consistency, and Evidence

Applying for a visa to Australia is a structured process that requires careful attention to detail. Every applicant must ensure that their submission meets the Department of Home Affairs' requirements, particularly in three key areas: providing correct and complete information, maintaining consistency with previous applications, and supplying evidence for all statements made. Failing to adhere [...]

2025-03-11T23:48:39+00:00March 11th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

International Student Numbers Decline Amid Sector Caps and Policy Shifts

International students continue to view Australia positively as a study destination, but rising living costs and changes in visa regulations are shaping perceptions, according to the latest annual survey by the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade). Shifting Student Sentiment The survey highlights areas where student sentiment has evolved. Australia is being perceived as a [...]

2025-03-11T02:14:22+00:00March 11th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Agents in the international education – review of 2024

The year 2024 has been a year of significant regulatory shifts in the education agent space across multiple countries. While the intent behind these reforms is clear—to improve transparency, accountability, and student protection—the key challenge will be in implementation and enforcement. Australia The Australian government introduced changes to the National Code of Practice for Providers [...]

2025-03-04T01:27:00+00:00March 4th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

Opinion: International Students, Housing, and Working Holiday Makers

Reports reveal that opposition leader Peter Dutton owns $30 million in property, and good for him. However, both major political parties are using international education as a weapon in the upcoming elections. Yet, the question remains—is Australia's housing crisis real, or is it an engineered scarcity designed to preserve inflated property values? The government continues [...]

2025-03-02T07:41:48+00:00March 2nd, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments

A Tough Outlook for Australia’s International Education Sector

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s recent decision to cut the cash rate by 0.25% may have brought relief to mortgage holders, but for the international education sector, the latest Monetary Policy Statement offered little in the way of optimism. The challenges facing the industry were underscored by IDP Education Ltd.'s financial results for the first [...]

2025-02-28T20:48:57+00:00February 28th, 2025|Uncategorised|0 Comments