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Reflections and Learnings from our IC Global Collective Event in Wales

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At our IC Global Collective event last month, hosted at Swansea University and supported by Acumen – S4, we were joined by senior colleagues in internationalisation and global engagement from UK universities and key players such as the Department for Business & Trade, Taith and Universities Wales. We shared reflections, latest insights and ideas on the topics of Europe, TNE, partnerships and student diversification strategies in the true IC style: deep conversations, meaningful connections, honesty and transparency, and a commitment to support each other to advance the sector together.

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The IC Collective Wales

TNE, International Student Recruitment and European Partnerships

About this event

The IC Collective is an opportunity for senior managers in internationalisation and global engagement at UK universities to share knowledge and test ideas with peers in a supportive and friendly environment.

At The IC Collective on 23.10.25, we had insightful discussions on 3 key international education topics:

  • TNE: The new darling of internationalisation
  • From Students to Society: The Wider Value of TNE
  • The role of Europe in your diversification strategy: partnerships, TNE and student recruitment

This even was also an opportunity for delegates to hear and learn from what is happening at Welsh Higher Education Institutions.

Kindly hosted by the Swansea University

In collaboration with our Gold Sponsor, Acumen, part of Sannam S4 group

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The IC Collective October 2025

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This event is an opportunity for senior managers in internationalisation and global engagement at UK universities to discuss and reflect on the theme of ‘Rhetoric or Reality? TNE, International Student Recruitment and European Partnerships’.

Learn best practice, sector-leading insights and debate the key topics impacting the international education sector now, including:

Rhetoric or reality? Lessons learnt from real TNE examples
Update on the international student recruitment scenario
The future of European partnerships and student recruitment

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The IC Global Café: Universities, Agents and Students in International Recruitment

By Event, Previous IC Global Café, Recurring, The IC Global Café

At this IC Global Café we’ll be focusing on the role of agents to support universities’ international student recruitment strategies as well as wider benefits such as alumni and employability. We’ll discuss agent training and examples of successful collaborations between agents, universities and students; the evolving role of agents over the next 5-10 years; and share strategies and advice for universities looking to enhance relationships with both students and agents.

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Rhetoric or Reality? 

TNE, International Student Recruitment and European Partnerships

About this event

The IC Collective is an opportunity for senior managers in internationalisation and global engagement at UK universities to share knowledge and test ideas with peers in a supportive and friendly environment.

At The IC Collective on 07.11.24, we discussed and reflected on the theme of ‘Rhetoric or Reality? TNE, International Student Recruitment and European Partnerships’. We also learnt best practice, sector-leading insights and debated key topics impacting the international education sector, including:

  • Rhetoric or reality? Lessons learnt from real TNE examples
  • Update on the international student recruitment scenario
  • The future of European partnerships and student recruitment

Kindly hosted by the University of Glasgow

In collaboration with our Gold Sponsor, IDP Connect

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The IC Global Café: International education beyond the echo chamber – working with industry and the region

By Event, Previous IC Global Café, Recurring, The IC Global Café

At this IC Global Café we’ll explore how UK higher education institutions can expand beyond traditional approaches to international education. The session will focus on working  in partnership with regional and industry stakeholders to enhance educational offerings, align with local workforce needs, and drive economic growth.

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The IC Global Café: Turning the Tide: Insights and Strategies to Overcome International Student Recruitment Challenges

By Event, Previous IC Global Café, Recurring, The IC Global Café

At this IC Global Café we’ll explore recent developments in international student recruitment as well as future predictions over the next 6 to 12 months. Featuring data provided by IDP Connect on key markets, including the UK, Australia, United States and Canada, the session will also include practical tips and actionable strategies to “turn the tide” on current recruitment challenges.

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The IC Café: Building Sustainable International Partnerships

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Following the launch of the British Council & Universities UK International (UUKi) report on ‘Managing risk and developing responsible transnational education (TNE) partnerships’, where the report highlights the importance of well-managed TNE, we’re bringing this topic to The IC Cafe to provide you with practical strategies and tips to build sustainable partnerships.

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How to rise above rankings and take charge of your own university global narrative

By Fellow article

You haven’t yet recovered from jet lag, you are finally meeting with the potential partner that your team has been trying to arrange for months, you have just been briefly introduced to an interpreter, and now you realise you need to work with them. Can you trust them? How do you ensure they understand what you want to say? Where do you even begin?

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