Leveraging the Asian decade in international education

Asia’s rise as a leading study destination marks a major shift in global higher education. While the region has long been the largest source market for international students, increasing numbers are now choosing to stay closer to home, drawn by the growing reputation of Asian universities, affordability, and expanding English-taught programmes. At the same time, student demand from outside Asia is surging, fueled by the region’s economic opportunities, cultural appeal, and government-driven initiatives to attract foreign talent.

Studyportals data reveals how interest in Asian study destinations has evolved, which disciplines are experiencing the greatest growth, and what this means for the future of student mobility.

For a deeper dive into these insights and to engage in discussions on the future of higher education in Asia, we invite you to join Marcel Bandur, Senior Business Developer at Studyportals, Megan Agnew, Global Partnerships Manager at British Council, and Novie Tajuddin, CEO of Official Education Malaysia Global Services, at APAIE 2025.

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