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Global Student Flows | In conversation: Europe

13/11/2025 8:00 AM

Session 1

13/11/2025 8:00 AM

Join us for an exclusive session in the Global Student Flows series, highlighting Europe’s international student mobility.

In this on-demand webinar, QS regional experts and education leaders share insights from the newly released Global Student Flows: Europe report. Discover key trends, shifting student preferences, and strategic opportunities shaping the future of higher education across Europe in the coming years.

Gain access to data-driven forecasts and actionable insights designed for governments, institutions, and stakeholders across the global education ecosystem.

Key discussion points:

Explore exclusive insights from the Global Student Flows: Europe report and their implications for institutions across the region.
Understand how evolving student mobility patterns are reshaping Europe’s higher education landscape.

Register now to access the session and explore how data and insights can inform your international strategy.

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Meet the panellists

Leonardo de Oliveira Andrade

QS Director of Sales

Pieter Funnekotter

Senior Vice President, Candidate Engagement

As QS’ Executive Director for Enrolments, Pieter leads the development of direct student enrolments across QS’ digital assets and the web-based counselling and application platform QS Apply.

With considerable experience in range of international student recruitment and student success roles since 2003, Pieter drives counselling advice and cutting-edge technology development at QS.

Sebastian Fernandes

QS Head of Events and Candidate Marketing

Sebastian has nearly two decades of experience in the international education industry, leading global events, marketing, and recruitment initiatives across more than 70 cities worldwide. A former international student himself, he is deeply passionate about the transformative power of education and its role in creating a more connected and sustainable world. Before joining QS, Sebastian held senior leadership roles overseeing global operations, marketing, and partnerships, delivering over 800 international student recruitment events and engaging millions of students annually.

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