Global Talent Pipeline: A Digital Hub for International Student Support
▶Summary
The project aims to reduce dropout rates among international applicants by providing structured pre-arrival support. Specifically, it will: - Develop a virtual support system integrated into insti...
▶Objectives
The project aims to reduce dropout rates among international applicants by providing structured pre-arrival support. Specifically, it will: - Develop a virtual support system integrated into institutional e-learning platforms. - Train academic staff, peer mentors, and alumni to provide targeted guidance on administrative, academic, and career-related topics. - Strengthen cross-border cooperation by establishing transferable support models. - Enhance institutional digital readiness
▶Activities
The project consists of three key pillars: 1. Development of a modular online course providing international applicants with step-by-step guidance on application, cultural integration, and career prospects. 2. Blended training programmes to strengthen virtual mentoring skills and student engagement. 3. High-impact dissemination activities, including virtual expos, interactive webinars, and a cross-regional higher education summit to foster institutional collaboration.
▶Impact
The project will produce tangible and scalable results, including: - A fully operational virtual support system embedded in institutional e-learning platforms. - Three structured training programmes for academic staff, peer mentors, and alumni. - A 20% increase in international student enrolment rates in partner institutions. - A dropout risk assessment dashboard. - A cross-regional collaboration framework, ensuring the sustainability and scalability of the model beyond the project duration.