Exclusive Student Intelligence Counsellor & Student Voices Peer Networking with International Recruitment Leaders Practical Strategy, Ready to Apply The AI Advantage A Community Built to Last Exclusive Student Intelligence Counsellor & Student Voices Peer Networking with International Recruitment Leaders Practical Strategy, Ready to Apply The AI Advantage A Community Built to Last

The world of international student recruitment is changing faster than ever — driven by AI, shifting student expectations, and an increasingly competitive global landscape. The Explore UK Forum is where university partners and counsellors come together not just to understand these shifts, but to lead them. I look forward to welcoming you to London for a day of candid conversations, fresh data and real solutions that you can take back and act on.

Rohan Pasari
Founder & CEO, Manifest Global

Why Attend

The forum that moves the needle

The Explore UK Forum returns for its 2nd edition.
Built to uncover student trends, sharpen engagement and shape smarter recruitment strategies.

Why Attend Grid
01

Exclusive Student Intelligence

New insight into what's shaping student motivations, confidence and destination choices.

02

Counsellor & Student Voices

Hear directly from the people shaping student decisions, with first-hand insight into changing expectations and behaviours.

03

Peer Networking with International Recruitment Leaders

Dedicated time to connect with figures from across the sector, and build relationships that open doors well beyond the day.

04

Practical Strategy, Ready to Apply

A hands-on workshop where you define what a successful future graduate looks like, then map out what your institution can do now to make it happen.

05

The AI Advantage

A focused session on how AI is reshaping student search, counselling and admissions, with practical takeaways for your strategy.

06

A Community Built to Last

A collaborative forum drawing on intelligence from across international education, helping you understand students, strengthen relationships and recruit smarter.

Explore UK Forum - 24 June 2026

Agenda Overview

What's Included

Everything you need in one powerful day

Live Research Findings

First access to the joint BridgeU and Cialfo student survey, presented and discussed live with leading voices from across the sector.

Counsellor Panel

Direct access to school counsellors from the BridgeU and Cialfo networks, the advisors shaping your applicants' decisions every day.

Facilitated Workshops

Expert-led co-design sessions at cabaret tables, built to surface institutional priorities and produce outputs you can take back to your team.

Full Day Catering

An energising breakfast, lunch and freshly brewed coffee and refreshments throughout the day, all included, so you can focus fully on the programme.

Networking Drinks Reception

A dedicated reception to round off the day, with relaxed mingling and peer networking across the international education community.

Post-Event Report

A curated summary of key insights, data highlights and workshop outputs, a lasting reference for your leadership team.

Reserve Your Place

Places Are Limited -
Secure Yours Today

Spaces are limited to keep the day intimate and the conversations meaningful. Register now to join peers from across the sector.

DATE
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
+ Optional: Tuesday 23 June, Houses of Parliament
VENUE
County Hall, The Legislature
Belvedere Rd, London SE1 7PB
TIME
09:30 – 15:00 (BST)
Followed by our happy hour networking drinks reception
🏛️
NISAU x Explore: House of Lords - 23 June
Keen to join? Just tick the NISAU event option on the registration form to register your interest, and we'll follow up with full details.
Your Team on the Ground

Meet your hosts

For any questions about the programme, the event experience, or anything else - reach them directly.

Jonah Duffin

Managing Director, Explore

Ciara Newby

Senior Director, Global University Partnerships, Explore
Explore UK Forum 2025

Glimpses from last year's forum

Last year's event set the standard, bringing together professionals from across the sector for a day of insight, debate and connection. Here's a look at what made it memorable.