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trading as Education Queensland International
Department of Education and Training International
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Department of Education and Training InternationalDET International (DETi), trading as Education Queensland International (EQI), is the international branch of the Queensland Department of Education and Training (DET).
Its primary role is to lead, facilitate and coordinate the department’s international activities. It develops and promotes programs for international students who want to study at a Queensland state school and provides opportunities for Queensland students, teachers and school leaders to undertake educational and cultural immersion experiences and professional development internationally.
Connecting globallyDETi’s key objectives are to:
y support the expansion of international education services with a focus on the internationalisation of our schools, students, staff and community
y develop collaborative partnerships to lift student outcomes and build a globalised education sector
y showcase Queensland and its world-class education system.
Some of the key activities undertaken by DETi include:
International Student Programs (international students studying in Queensland state schools)
Study Tours and Professional Visits
Developing and managing relationships with overseas governments and/or education systems
Offering a range of scholarships and awards to Queensland school students and teachers, and school leaders to undertake programs overseas
Coordinating departmental international travel approvals
Providing international and Australian clients with a range of professional programs and services related to international education
By connecting globally, our students, teachers and local communities enjoy an enriched cultural, social and educational experience and are prepared to engage in a globalised world.
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In 2016 EQI’s International Student
Program welcomed 2,295 international students from
53 countries.
International Student ProgramsDETi provides a variety of study pathways for international students to choose from, so that they can fulfil their academic potential, broaden their experience and achieve their personal goals, in a safe and supportive learning environment.
Over 75 EQI accredited Queensland state schools deliver the following programs:
Program Description
Primary School For students from Prep to Year 6
High School Preparation (HSP)An intensive English program for students who want to improve their English proficiency before commencing high school
High School ProgramJunior High School for students from Year 7 to Year 10
Senior High School for students from Year 11 to Year 12
International Baccalaureate (IB)A globally-recognised diploma awarded by the International Baccalaureate Organisation
Queensland AcademiesA bridge between high school and tertiary study, the academies are designed to maximise the potential of highly capable students and prepare them for university
Study AbroadThe Study Abroad Program is a high school experience providing opportunities to pursue personal, cultural and academic goals.
Contact International Student Programs
Email: [email protected]
Telephone (within Australia): 1800 316 540
Telephone (outside Australia): +61 7 3513 5301
Web: eqi.com.au/isp
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Many benefits flow from these programs including:
integration of international students into the whole school community
supporting the development of sister school relationships
increased cross-cultural awareness of staff and the community
development of lifelong friendships between students from different countries
promotion of student leadership development through the school buddy experience
opportunities for teachers to understand different education systems and teaching pedagogies
improvement in the language skills and intercultural awareness of staff and students
supporting the development of future global citizens by embedding intercultural awareness and a globalised learning culture
showcasing the school excellence programs
Program Title
Study Tours and Professional Visits Study Tours and Professional Visits offer tailored programs, combining exciting educational, tourism and cultural exchange activities for overseas students and professional groups visiting Queensland state schools.
Hosting study tours and professional visits introduces your school community to the world.
Russell PollockPrincipal, The Gap State High School
Students were eager to volunteer and the farewell was heart-warming.
It adds further dimensions to the lives of our students and their
families…
Contact Study Tours and Professional Visits
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +61 7 3513 5708
Web: eqi.com.au/st
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Global Schools through languages The international education industry is economically important for Queensland and supports the internationalisation of our school communities by providing all students with a broader view of and connection with the world.
The effort required to improve the intercultural skills of our students, teachers and school leaders will contribute to the ongoing work of lifting learning outcomes and improving school performance. We need to maximise the opportunities our existing diversity brings and support schools to build relationships internationally so that our students can develop their skills as global citizens.
Learning a language is part of preparing young people to succeed in a globalised world. Principals are at the centre of strengthening our approach to language learning by generating a commitment to the importance of languages across their school community and by providing quality programs.
Queensland’s Global Schools through languages, a plan for supporting successful global citizens in Queensland state schools, will:
y expand the study of languages from Prep to Year 12 with a focus on Asian languages
y build the intercultural capability of students, teachers and school leaders
y market Queensland’s education sector internationally.
We will explore different models of delivering language learning through:
y immersion programs where students undertake some subjects in the selected language
y partnerships with higher education institutions and international schools to offer students broader learning opportunities
y the use of technology to connect internationally.
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Offshore Projects UnitThe Offshore Projects Unit (OPU) facilitates and coordinates offshore programs, services and projects for international clients.
OPU also provides international and Australian clients with a range of professional services related to international education such as professional development programs, staff to work in various roles in schools or offshore education consultancy.
OPU plays a significant role in the development and establishment of offshore Queensland curriculum and recognised schools. OPU currently manages eight offshore schools located in the United Arab Emirates, Papua New Guinea, People’s Republic of China and Republic of Nauru.
DETi’s offshore programs are for students living outside of Australia who want to study the Queensland curriculum and gain access to world-class schools or universities in Queensland, Australia and around the world.
OPU offers a range of programs including:
y Curriculum licensing
y Offshore Summer School Program
y Offshore Schools Immersion Program
y Student/Teacher Cultural Exchange Program
y Global Network Schools
y School reviews through School Improvement Unit
y Offshore Schools Scholarship Program
y Unilearn Pathways
Contact Offshore Projects Unit
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +61 7 3513 5726
Web: eqi.com.au/opu
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International Services
International Services is committed to establishing and maintaining strong and collaborative international educational partnerships that offer students, teachers, school leaders and schools a range of international exchange programs, study tours and professional development opportunities designed to provide quality language and STEM based immersion experiences around the world.
International Services also manages all formal education-related Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) and other cooperative instruments, such as Statements of Intent (SOI) and Education Action Plans between DET and overseas governments and/or education partners.
Through a number of these arrangements, DET supports long standing state-level sister relationships with countries around the world. For more information on international opportunities that are available throughout Asia and Europe, visit http://education.qld.gov.au/students/international-opportunities.html
Sister school relationships sit within a broader suite of strategies supporting the internationalisation of our schools and the development of individuals as active global citizens.
The benefits of the formalised pairing of two school communities for the purpose of initiating and maintaining reciprocal educational activities through a sister school relationship can be wide-reaching, positively impacting students, staff and the broader community.
If your school has existing relationships, we are interested to know more about your experiences and learnings, to share with other schools.
Contact International Services
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +61 7 3513 5756
International Travel
All official overseas travel by DET employees requires Ministerial approval if travel is to countries more than 5 hours away from Brisbane. For overseas destinations within 5 hours from Brisbane, approval by the Director-General is required.
Key Considerations
• Consider travel that is necessary to advance the achievement of the Queensland Government priorities and the relevance of the experience to the school’s improvement agenda or individual’s professional development needs;
• Undertake international travel only after exploring alternatives to travel and after consulting with other DET agencies to ensure there is no duplication of activities;
• Submit travel applications 10 weeks prior to the planned departure;
• Minimise the number of school days in travel;
• Minimise the number of people travelling. Employees will generally travel unaccompanied, especially for business and professional development related travel, to maximise limited resources. Exceptions apply only if a business case can be made for more than one employee to travel;
• Provide the funding source for travel and the specific cost benefit of the activity to the agency or the students;
• Appropriate approvals must be obtained prior to booking travel and making payments.
Contact the Office of the Executive Director, DETi
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: +61 7 3513 5748
All the information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing. The Department of Education and Training, trading as Education Queensland International, reserves the right to alter any course, admission requirement, procedure or fee included in this publication without prior notice.
Contact detailsPostal Address PO Box 15050, City East QLD 4002 Australia
Street Address Level 18, Education House
30 Mary Street
Brisbane QLD 4000
Australia
Telephone (within Australia) 1800 316 540
Telephone (outside Australia) +61 7 3513 5301
Fax +61 7 3513 5783
Email [email protected]
Website eqi.com.au
CRICOS Provider Code 00608A
CRICOS Provider Name Education Queensland International
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