A convergence of higher education systems across the world has resulted in increasing globalisation, and consequently an understanding of the implications of this phenomenon is essential for policy makers, higher education leaders, researchers and academics. The British Council aims to provide authoritative, independent analysis and advice on international higher education trends and opportunities by leveraging our global presence for market insights and using our extended network to track developments, monitor compelling issues and facilitate partnerships between other countries and the UK.

Internationalising Higher Education consists of the following four strands: