Global IDP Services

IDP Education Pty. Ltd. (IDP) is a global company offering student placement and English language testing services.

Using its network of over 80 student offices in 25 countries, IDP places more international students into Australian educational institutions than any other organization. It places students into all sectors of the Australian education system, including higher education, Vocational Education and Training (VET), English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS), and schools.

Through its subsidiary, IELTS Australia Pty Ltd., IDP is a partner in IELTS, one of the world's leading English language proficiency tests recognised by over 6000 institutions, delivered at over 450 test locations in 121 countries. IDP's fellow IELTS partners are the British Council and the Cambridge University. IELTS is a tool which people use to change their lives, and IDP, along with its partners, is the facilitator of this change.

IDP was established by Australian universities in 1969 and has 40 years' experience in international higher education. It is committed to using its full resources and experience to deliver excellent results for the students and test takers who use its services.

Half of IDP's equity is owned by 38 Australian universities through their holding company, IDP Education Australia Ltd. The other half is owned by SEEK Ltd, Australia's leading online employment and training company.

Vision

Become and be seen, by students, clients and local institutions, as the leading global and premium services provider for international student enrolments and English language testing.

Values

Integrity

We will earn absolute trust of all our students, colleagues, clients and business partners by upholding the highest levels of personal integrity and providing a working environment built on respect, openness and transparency of communication.

Quality

We will provide the highest level of quality in the advice and counselling we offer, with our priority always being the outcome for the student.

Expertise

Our expertise in our field will enable us to provide detailed current information, thereby delivering optimal efficiency for student in the filing and processing of course application, visa counselling and pre-departure readiness.

Caring

We recognise that each student is an individual, so we will listen and act with humility and empathy to tailor a solution that delivers the best outcome for each student.

Community

We recognise that IDP operates within both local and global education communities. We will strive to ensure that our operations contribute to enhance the quality of life in those communities.