EWIE Attends the 6th ABCP Annual Conference

       

On September 12–13, 2025, the 6th Annual Conference of the Association of British Chinese Professors (ABCP) was successfully held at the University of Surrey, UK. With the theme “Partnership, Confidence and Prosperity”, the conference brought together distinguished representatives from leading universities, research institutions, and education enterprises in both China and the UK to explore new pathways for collaboration in education and research.

 

 

As one of the key invited participants, Mr. WANG Wei, President of East & West International Education Group (EWIE), delivered two keynote speeches, showcasing EWIE’s long-standing efforts and achievements in advancing Sino-British educational exchange and cooperation.

In his opening-day address, Mr. WANG reviewed EWIE’s 26 years of development across eight core business sectors, with a particular focus on how programs such as the International Foundation Course (IFC) and International Year One (IYO) have supported Chinese students in successfully transitioning to overseas degree studies. He also highlighted the launch of the Scholars Hub program in 2024, which helps aspiring doctoral candidates connect with ABCP members and UK professors. Mr. WANG emphasized EWIE’s mission of “building bridges through international education”, aligning closely with ABCP’s goals of promoting academic exchange and talent development. He further put forward three key initiatives — Interlink, Inspire, Initiate — calling for deeper collaboration between the academic and education sectors of both countries to create more opportunities for the next generation.

Later, in a parallel session, Mr. WANG delivered a speech titled “Promoting Sino-British Educational Exchange through International Curriculum Cooperation”. Drawing on the latest data on overseas study and joint-program development, he noted that as of the 2022/23 academic year, over 150,000 Chinese students were enrolled in UK degree programs, accounting for 27% of the UK’s non-EU international student population. At the same time, around 270 joint higher education programs between China and the UK have been established, benefiting nearly 85,000 students. As one of China’s leading international pathway providers, EWIE continues to support both institutional partnerships and student growth through its IFC, IYO, and IPMP programs.

 

At the evening gala, Mr. WANG presented the annual ABCP Awards on behalf of EWIE and engaged in in-depth discussions with leaders from both academia and industry, further expanding EWIE’s international influence in educational cooperation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The conference not only underscored EWIE’s sustained contributions to international education but also provided valuable opportunities for the Group to deepen Sino-British collaboration and expand its global partnership network. Looking ahead, EWIE will remain true to its mission, continuing to serve as a bridge that helps more Chinese students embrace the world and achieve their future goals.

EWIE Visits Queen Mary University of London and Concludes a Collaborative Project Agreement

On September 11, 2025, Mr. WANG Wei, President of East & West International Education Group (EWIE), led a delegation to visit Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), a century-old prestigious institution in the UK. In-depth discussions were held with the university’s core management team regarding future educational cooperation, resulting in multiple collaborative agreements and laying a solid foundation for the comprehensive advancement of subsequent educational partnerships between the two parties.

 

EWIE President WANG Wei and Queen Mary University of London representatives in a group photo

The meeting was attended by Mr. Lee Wildman, Global Partnerships Director at QMUL; Ms. Jane Wallis, Director of Global Online Partnerships (online); Ms. Jenny Zhou, Deputy Director of International Admissions & International Affairs; Mr. Ceri Bevan, Deputy Director of China Online Partnerships (online); Ms. Patty Wang, East Asia Regional Manager; and Ms. Eva Guo, Senior Admissions Manager for China. Their attendance underscored the university’s high regard for this visit.

 

Queen Mary University of London

During the talks, both sides engaged in detailed and productive discussions on various collaborative topics. They confirmed the signing of a full-project agency agreement, establishing a close cooperation mechanism for promoting educational programs and facilitating student enrollment, thereby creating a streamlined pathway for students to study at Queen Mary University of London. Additionally, the university formally recognized EWIE’s foundation programs, IFC and IPMP, and agreed to collaborate to ensure students’ smooth progression to overseas institutions.

Furthermore, the discussions covered both short-term and long-term collaborative projects. Preliminary consensus was reached on a 2+2 joint education model, and further research will be conducted on the “Scholars Hub” program to jointly promote the cultivation of high-level talents.

This meeting not only clarified the direction for future cooperation but also yielded a series of collaborative achievements. The implementation of these initiatives will effectively facilitate resource sharing and complementary advantages in the field of international education, injecting new momentum into the cultivation of outstanding talents with global perspectives and competitiveness.

EWIE Visits University of Southampton to Strengthen Strategic Partnership

On September 10, 2025, Mr. WANG Wei, President of East and West International Education Group (EWIE), led a delegation to the University of Southampton, a leading UK institution. The group held productive meetings with the university’s senior leadership to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration.

 

Group photo of President WANG Wei and representatives from the University of Southampton

The partnership between EWIE and the University of Southampton has flourished for over twenty years. Throughout this long-standing relationship, the two sides have maintained strong collaboration in areas including international program development, student training, and placement, consistently nurturing globally minded talents.

Both parties recognized the significant potential for Sino-UK cooperation in international education. As a top-tier research university, the University of Southampton excels in academic development, research innovation, and educating students with international competitiveness. EWIE brings extensive experience in international education services, with well-established recruitment channels, student development systems, and comprehensive overseas support. Building on this, the two sides agreed to expand their collaboration to include strategic initiatives such as student recruitment, curriculum integration, joint program development, employability training, and advanced talent cultivation.

ZoePresident WANG Wei with Mark, Deputy Director of the International Office, and Zoe, Regional Recruitment and Partnerships Manager

The meeting established a strong foundation for a long-term and stable partnership. In addition to broader strategic alignment, both sides discussed concrete collaboration avenues, including foundation programs (IFC and IYO), short-term study abroad opportunities, global employability initiatives, and doctoral program partnerships.

 

President WANG Wei in discussion with Mark, Deputy Director of the International Office

President WANG Wei commented, “Our enhanced collaboration with the University of Southampton is a key part of our global strategy and an important effort to create more opportunities for students to access world-class education. For over two decades, we have worked together to help students pursue their dreams at renowned universities. We look forward to partnering with more leading institutions worldwide to develop a new generation of talents with international perspectives and global competence.”

 

President WANG Wei and Ms. Rocchina Covucci from the University of Southampton Business School