This article examines the effects, if any, of the Asian financial crisis and the 'Hanson' factor on the number of international students wishing to study in Australia. The Asian financial crisis does seem to have impacted on foreign student numbers, with ELICOS (English language short courses)...

Increased Asian student arrivals have contributed to the importance and complexity of temporary movement to Australia. Key issues include the personal and academic adjustment of students, appropriate fee structures, visa arrangements, overstaying, and the impact on local educational institutions...