Academic Power Is Moving East

The 21st Century is frequently forecast to be the Asian Century.  The term is usually understood with reference to the rapid growth of the economies of China and India, and the increasing influence it affords them in international affairs.

What is less salient to many is the growing academic power of Asia.  At our July event, Tayyeb Shah will explore academic relations between Australia and Asia. Tayyeb will also discuss the potential consequences of the COVID19 virus for the Australian tertiary education sector and possible responses to them.

*** Capacity at the venue is limited and door sales may not be available. Pre-purchase tickets early to avoid disappointment!***
Doors open 6.15pm for a 6.30pm start, until at 7.45pm including Q&A.

Please note that this is not a webinar and this event is being held at the Kurrajong Seminar Room.
Room G10, Building 1 Cameron House
UWA Claremont Campus
Corner Princess Road & Goldsworthy Road
Ample parking available in P1, P2 or P3 car park

If you are unable to purchase tickets online, please call the Secretary on (08) 6225 2515 or email wa.branch@internationalaffairs.org.au to book a seat.

About the speaker:

Tayyeb Shah is Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Partnerships) at The University of Western Australia and responsible for a portfolio that spans Global Engagement, Innovation & Industry Engagement, the Cultural Precinct and Development & Alumni Relations. A globally-renowned expert in higher education, business development and international relations, Mr Shah joined UWA in June 2019 from King’s College London, where he held a number of roles most recently as Deputy Vice President (Global Business Development). 

During his 12 years at King’s College London, Mr Shah was instrumental in expanding the university’s international and commercial partnerships. He was responsible for identifying, conceptualising and developing a number of strategic multi-million dollar projects which increased and deepened King’s College London’s worldwide engagement, particularly in China.

Educated at the universities of Oxford, Cambridge and the School of Oriental and African Studies (University of London) and Imperial College London, Mr Shah joined King’s College London after more than a decade in the commercial and creative industry sectors. Mr Shah is a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts, member of a number of boards including the Perth Festival and member of the Professional Development Committee of the European Association for International Education. 

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