Introduction to policy

This two-part online workshop will explain what policy is and how the UK education sector interacts with international student policy set by Westminster and devolved administrations.

We will look at policy that relates to the international student experience (including, but not limited to, immigration) and what part the sector plays in influencing it.

This course will help you to:

• Become familiar with how policy is formulated.
• Develop skills in policy interpretation and analysis.
• Identify when and how to influence policy, including decision-making in advocacy.
• Distinguish ‘policy’ from ‘operations’ and examine how they interact with each other.
• Learn how to work more effectively with others across the sector to achieve singular outcomes.

This training will include presentations, the opportunity for you to ask questions and share your experiences.

The workshop will be delivered in two parts. Delegates must attend both sessions:  

• Session 1: Wednesday 10 July 10.00am – 1.00pm 
• Session 2: Friday 12 July 10.00am – 1.00pm 

Who should attend?

This course is for UKCISA members interested in understanding national policy and how to interact with it from an institutional and sector perspective. It is suitable for UKCISA members who have some experience of working with international student policy or wider policies that affect international students.