Resources
China's approach to AI education in primary and secondary schools
China continues to promote itself as a global leader in digital education, and embracing artificial intelligence (AI) is a key national priority. In November 2024, the Ministry of Education issued its Guidance on Strengthening AI Education in Primary and Secondary Schools. This guidance linked AI education to China’s goal to nurture innovative talent and build the nation’s capacity to address future challenges. It promotes project-based learning, the use of AI to enhance students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills and calls for whole of government coordination and pilot programs.
China's National Education Plan 2025
On 19 January 2025, China launched a comprehensive education strategy, titled Outline of a Plan for Building China into a Leading Country in Education 2024-2035 (the Plan). The Plan sets a course for China to have a mature, world-leading education system in place by 2035, and to have made significant steps toward achieving this goal by 2027. It reinforces the Central Government’s commitment to achieving ‘national rejuvenation’ through education. International cooperation and exchange a key element of the Plan.
Verification of overseas academic qualifications in China
Most Chinese students who study abroad return to China to seek employment or undertake further study. Whether they look for employment in the public or private sector, or apply for further study, returnees will generally be required to provide their prospective employer or education institute with a statement that confirms the legitimacy and validity of their overseas qualification. The China Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) is responsible for verifying overseas academic qualifications in China.
May 2025 China-Australia Joint Institutions and Joint Program Approvals
A summary of new China-Australia Joint Institutes and Joint Programs approved under the Ministry of Education Chinese-Foreign Cooperation in Running Schools (CFCRS) initiative.
Developing Critical Agriculture Skills Courses in India - Final Report
Final report of the Developing Critical Agriculture Skills Courses in India project
Brazilian Research Ecosystem Factsheet
The Brazilian research ecosystem factsheet highlights the country’s research networks and opportunities for collaboration with Australian research partners.
This document outlines the provision of research funding at national and state levels, and private or sector specific research initiatives.
Joint Communique 2nd Australia-India Education and Skills Council October 2024
The second meeting of the Australia-India Education and Skills Council was held in Sydney, Australia on 24 October 2024. The Joint Communique outlines outcomes from the meeting and sets a forward agenda for the Australia-India bilateral education and skills relationship.
Australia-India Education and Skills Council 2nd Meeting - Joint Communique
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Australia-India Education and Skills Council 2nd Meeting - Joint Communique - Hindi
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Updates on China's Gaokao - National College Entrance Exam
China's National College Entrance Exam, also known as Gaokao is a set of tests taken by Year 12 students in Mainland China. The Gaokao score determines whether or not students will be able to study in their preferred university or college in China and it is also recognised by many overseas Higher Education Institutions.
A framework for developing innovative programs to enhance international student engagement
This framework outlines guiding principles that underpin the development of innovative programs to improve international student engagement.
Guide for enhancing international student engagement in work integrated learning and their employability
This guide is designed to assist practitioners and staff working for education providers and organisations who are involved in providing career and employability support services to international students.
Guide for enhancing international student engagement through teaching, learning and language
This guide is designed to assist teachers, English language instructors, academic skills advisors and staff working for education providers and organisations who are involved in supporting international student engagement through teaching, learning and language.
Guide for enhancing international students’ mental health and wellbeing
This guide is designed to assist education institutions to support international students’ mental health and wellbeing and help keep students safe
Guide for international students’ intercultural and community engagement
This guide is designed to assist practitioners and staff working for education providers and other organisations who work to support international students with their intercultural and community engagement.
Guide for supporting international students with accommodation
This guide is designed to assist practitioners and staff working for education providers and organisations that are involved in supporting international students to understand the accommodation market, secure appropriate accommodation and be aware of their rights while renting in Australia.
Guide for supporting international students with crisis navigation
This guide is designed to assist practitioners and staff working for education providers and organisations who are involved in supporting international students through a crisis or critical incident.
Patriotic Education Law of China
In October 2023, China's National People's Congress passed the Patriotic Education Law, which took effect on 1 January 2024. While named the Patriotic Education Law, the law primarily focuses not on formal education but rather on instilling patriotic education into various aspects of daily life, spanning from the classroom to the workplace.
MOU with Vietnam - Ministry of Education and Training - signed 5 March 2024
Memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the field of education.
MOU with Malaysia - Ministry of Higher Education - signed 4 March 2024
Memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the field of higher education, technical vocational education and training (TVET) and research.
Note on India’s Scheme for Promotion of Academic and Research Collaboration Phase III
At the 6 November meeting of the Australia India Education and Skills Council, the Indian Minister of Education announced dedicated funding as part of India’s Scheme for Promotion of Academic and Research Collaboration (SPARC) for joint Australia-India research projects. India’s Ministry of Education is currently Calling for Proposals for this funding. Proposals must be submitted online through the SPARC website. The Call for Proposals will close on 15 February 2024.
