Christopher Ziguras

Christopher Ziguras serves as Director of the Centre for the Study of Higher Education at the University of Melbourne, a position he has held since 2024. Previously, he was Professor at the same Centre (2023-2024) and Professor in Global, Urban and Social Studies at RMIT University (2016-2023). His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to international education policy research.

Education:

• Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, Monash University (2003)
• Doctor of Philosophy, Monash University (1999)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University of Melbourne (1993)

Professor Ziguras specializes in the globalization of education, particularly examining how regulatory agencies, markets, and education providers shape cross-border higher education provision. His research critically analyzes international student mobility patterns, education policy frameworks, and the economic dimensions of global education markets. He has developed expertise in comparative international education systems, with particular focus on Australia's position within the global education landscape.

His recent publications reveal a consistent research trajectory examining policy responses to international student mobility, including Australia's approach to student caps compared with other English-speaking destinations, levy proposals on international student fees, and pandemic-era restrictions on student mobility. These works demonstrate his expertise in education policy analysis within the context of global education markets.

Professional Recognition:

• President of the International Education Association of Australia (2015-2018)
• Principal Research Fellow with the Australian APEC Study Centre
• Chair of the Academic Board of the Centre for Higher Education Internationalisation at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan

Professor Ziguras actively engages with government bodies and education providers on international education policy matters. His professional memberships include the International Education Association of Australia, Higher Education Research and Development Association of Australasia, and Oceania Comparative and International Education Society. He frequently provides expert commentary on international education trends and policy developments.