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Pasfield, A., Taylor, K., Harris, T.

Abstract: Recognising the numerous benefits of an overseas study experience, the Australian Government encourages young Australians to immerse themselves in social and academic cultures of other countries by undertaking an international study experience.
Outbound student mobility can: help address skill shortages through improved global skills and knowledge; ensure that
Australia keeps pace with global industry trends and competitiveness; and help to build human capital and capacity to
contribute to productivity gains.
A number of Australian Government funded projects and programs currently being undertaken seek to support Australian
tertiary education providers in further developing and diversifying their linkages with counterpart institutions overseas and also
facilitate student and staff mobility. Among these projects have been studies on the current practices of outbound mobility in
Australian tertiary institutions. Theses studies have acknowledged that the outbound mobility of Australian students is gathering momentum.

Keywords: Outbound student Mobility, Australian Government, Australian Education International.

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