Griffith International manages institutional partnerships and provides remarkable student experiences
Griffith International comprises a number of units, ranging from the Griffith English Language Institute through to Griffith Global Mobility. As well looking after the recruitment, admission and on-campus experience of international students, GI includes staff who coordinate and promote international experiences for Griffith students, facilitate institutional agreements, host delegations and run capacity-building programs for overseas governments and partners. Together with GELI and the Tourism Confucius Institute, a “one-stop” service is provided for students, staff and partners.
Vice President (Global)
Vice President (Global) Professor Sarah Todd leads and manages Griffith International and the Tourism Confucius Institute, and is responsible for the University's overall internationalisation strategy. Professor Todd is responsible for: international development; international policy; strategic planning; international projects; pre-degree and concurrent English language programs; the development of global partnerships; international student recruitment; student international mobility; and international student support.
Griffith International management
Griffith International
International Office
Our International Office compromises seven main subunits: International Marketing, International Administration, Griffith Global Mobility, International Relations, Marketing and Communications, Student Experience and the International Business Development Unit.
International Relations
Our International Relations team facilitates the development of international partnership agreements, strategic communication initiatives and coordinates international delegation visits to the Griffith campuses.
International Business Development Unit
Our International Business Development Unit provides specialised project management services, engages with academic staff to bid for international projects and develops business opportunities working with international aid organisations, government and education institutions.
International Business Development Unit
Griffith English Language Institute
The Griffith English Language Institute has provided internationally recognised English language programs for more than 20 years, with a focus on preparing students for admission into Griffith University programs. GELI provides:
- a Direct Entry Program enabling transition into Griffith degrees and Griffith College diplomas at all levels.
- English language courses and support for in-degree students and offshore partners.
- Customised group-training programs.
- IELTS and PTE Academic Test Centres.
Griffith English Language Institute
Tourism Confucius Institute
The Tourism Confucius Institute is a collaboration between Griffith University, the Chinese University of Mining and Technology, and the Chinese Ministry of Education

Internationalisation strategy
We offer an internationalised curriculum and internationalised learning experiences