Be an advocate for change as a #WeAreInternational Student Ambassador 2027-2028
September 29, 2026
The #WeAreInternational Student Ambassador Programme 2027-28 is now open for applications.
UKCISA's student network of global future leaders, the Ambassador Programme is an education policy and leadership development scheme for exceptional individuals from around the world. It is open to any international student who is currently studying in the UK and will graduate in or after summer 2027.
Through the programme you can be a key partner in shaping a quality student experience, use your knowledge and first-hand experience of studying in the UK to influence policy, lead the #WeAreInternational campaign and develop an inclusive global student community.
Our student ambassadors are equipped with policy knowledge and leadership skills to advocate for change. They join a global network of over 50 #WeAreInternational Student Ambassador alumni.
This is an exciting opportunity for any international student to:
- Share your experiences of studying in the UK and represent international students on a national level at events, conferences, and high-level meetings.
- Contribute to positive change and shape a quality international student experience, including leading work on the #WeAreInternational Student Charter.
- Enhance your personal and professional development through training and mentoring in areas such as public speaking, leadership skills, and policy analysis.
Applications are open now and will close at 9:00 AM (UK time) on Monday 26 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to online interviews from 13:00-17:00 (UK time) on Wednesday 25 November 2026.
International students are at the heart of everything we do at UKCISA. We are proud to work with and learn from our student ambassadors to help deliver our vision for a world-class international student experience.
“It is easy to feel lost in a foreign environment after moving abroad, so I am immensely grateful to UKCISA for casting a spotlight on international students, especially by fostering intentional conversations on how to better the experience. Through UKCISA, I have attended events and training sessions that helped hone my transferrable skills, enabling me to represent international students in other capacities as well. A big thank you to UKCISA for always keeping the wellbeing of international students at the forefront of it all.”
Edeline Lim, #WeAreInternational Student Ambassador 2024–25
Know someone who would be a great Ambassador?
We appreciate all the help from students, staff, universities, colleges, students' unions and organisations working with international students to share this opportunity with people who may be interested in applying.
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To link directly to the page, please use this short link: ukcisa.org.uk/apply
