International students choosing the Hunter
International students choosing the Hunter
The international education industry is on the rebound, with more and more international students choosing to study in Australia, with more than 8,000 international students from over 80 countries now studying in the region.
27 international students from across India were welcomed to Hunter TAFE today as part of a training excursion for their studies in Automotive (Light) and Engineering Metal Fabrication.
The welcome included a cultural awareness brief and allowed students to explore the facilities of Newcastle and Glendale campuses in preparation for their recognition process and skill gap training next year.
In 2012 Hunter TAFE signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bhullar Educational Services to facilitate and promote collaboration in various areas of education and student support for International students.
This came after Michael Bhullar, CEO Bhullar Educational Services, approached TAFE NSW about delivering skills sets, recognition services and vocational qualifications in India. Hunter TAFE was appointed as the lead Institute. Further to this, Hunter TAFE CEO/Institute Director Phil Cox and Mr Bhullar signed an agreement at the India Australia India Skills Conference, in November last year.
Mr Bhullar said the partnership with Hunter TAFE is a major milestone in Vocational Education and Training for Bhullar Educational Services as well as the bilateral relationship of India and Australia. “It is a great opportunity for the students to learn about Australia and Australian tradition and maximize the potential of their skills and training,” Mr Bhullar.
Phil Cox said the Institute is excited to be in partnership with Bhullar Education.
“Australia and India share a mutual goal to shape a skilled workforce to lift the productivity of the nation, these initial contracts for Hunter TAFE have the potential for significant growth in business opportunities for delivery of training services in India,” “Both countries recognise the valuable contribution that vocational education and training plays in improving skills and preparing students for the increasing demands of the workforce, as well as strengthening national competitiveness,” said Mr Cox.