Study NSW - Familiarisation Tours

AIEC delegates are invited to take part in a series of familiarisation tours showcasing the diversity, innovation and student experience on offer across New South Wales. These optional experiences include a visit to International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS), a specialist higher education provider known for its iconic Northern Beaches campus and industry-focused programs; a guided walking tour of Tech Central, Sydney’s leading innovation district anchored by universities, startups, industry and government; and an opportunity to connect with Charles Sturt University (CSU), a regional university with a strong focus on practical learning, community impact and global engagement. Places may be limited, and delegates are encouraged to register directly with the host organisation using the links below. 

Monday 26 October

1:30pm - 3:10pm | Experience Australia's Secondary School System: The International Student Journey at Stella Maris College

Join Stella Maris College, one of Australia's long-established independent Catholic girls' secondary schools, for an exclusive familiarisation visit showcasing the international student experience in Australian secondary education.

Celebrating 95 years of educating young women and welcoming international students for more than 20 years, Stella Maris College offers delegates a unique opportunity to explore how Australian secondary schools prepare and support international students before their transition to higher education.

The visit includes a guided campus tour, opportunities to meet current international students, and insights into student wellbeing, homestay, academic support and pathways to further study.

Located on Sydney's beautiful Northern Beaches, delegates will meet Stella Maris staff at Manly Wharf for complimentary shuttle transfers to the school, before continuing directly to the ICMS familiarisation program.

Places are limited to 30 delegates.

Program

1:30 pm - Meet Stella Maris staff at Manly Wharf

1:35 pm - 1:55 pm – Complimentary shuttle transfer to Stella Maris College

2:00 pm - 3:10 pm – Welcome presentation, guided campus tour and networking afternoon tea

3:10 pm - 3:30 pm – Shuttle transfer to ICMS

Delegates wishing to attend the ICMS familiarisation visit must register separately via the ICMS registration page below.

Register for the Stella Maris College visit here.

3:10pm - 7:00pm | Introduction to ICMS

Join the International College of Management, Sydney, in partnership with Study NSW and AIEC, for an exclusive familiarisation visit to its Northern Beaches Campus in Manly.

Delegates will have the opportunity to experience ICMS firsthand, meet the team and learn more about its industry-focused programs, student experience and distinctive campus environment.

The program will include a campus tour, drinks and canapés, and a welcome address in the Great Hall and Balcony.

Return transport will be provided from Central Station for delegates attending the ICMS program. Delegates also attending the earlier Stella Maris College visit should register separately for both experiences and follow the transport advice provided by the organisers.

Register for the ICMS visit here

Tuesday 27 October

10:00am - 12:00pm | Tech Central Walking Tour 2026 - University of Technology Sydney

Explore Sydney’s leading innovation district through a guided Tech Central Walking Tour hosted by the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).

Starting at the iconic UTS Tower, this tour offers delegates an insider’s view of the precinct where technology, research, startups, creative industries and urban transformation come together.

Participants will discover key sites across Ultimo, Chippendale, Central Station, Surry Hills and Haymarket, and hear how Tech Central is shaping the future of innovation in Sydney.

Register for the Tech Central tour here

(further information here)

11:30am - 2:00pm | Explore. Connect. Experience - Charles Sturt University

Charles Sturt University (CSU) invites AIEC delegates to register their interest in an on-campus experience designed to showcase its facilities, people and global vision.

This familiarisation opportunity will provide participants with the chance to connect with the CSU team, explore its learning environment, and gain insights into the university’s approach to global engagement.

Please note this is an Expression of Interest, and registering does not guarantee a place.

Register for the Charles Sturt University visit here

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Key dates

9 February - Call for proposals opens

20 March - Call for proposals closes

April - Registration open

June - Program released

31 July - Super early bird registration closes

18 September - Early bird registration closes

27 - 30 October – AIEC 2026