Australia's Universities Adapt to Major Policy Shifts in International Education
Australia's international education sector braces for significant policy shifts. Studymove hosts sessions in September to discuss the impact of Ministerial Direction 111, the 2026 National Planning Level (NPL), and English language requirements on student recruitment. Universities are adapting their strategies in response to these changes.
The 2026 NPL for new international student commencements is set to significantly alter the sector's landscape. To understand its impact, Studymove invites stakeholders to a session on September 9. Another session on September 17 will delve into English language requirements, following the approval of nine English language tests for visa applications.
Universities are already adjusting their strategies due to Ministerial Direction 111 and higher student visa fees. The University of Hildesheim, for instance, has revised its English admission standards for international students. Its new Master’s program, 'International Specialist Communication - Languages and Technology,' now demands at least independent use of English and high linguistic competence, certified by the European Commission network EMT.
The upcoming Studymove sessions aim to clarify the implications of these policy changes and help institutions navigate the evolving international education landscape in Australia.
