2026 WA INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AI INNOVATION AWARD

The CISWA WA International Education AI Innovation Award celebrates innovative applications of AI that improve student outcomes, enhance staff capability, transform institutional operations, or create new opportunities for growth and engagement.

This new award recognises individuals and teams within Western Australia’s international education sector who are harnessing artificial intelligence to create meaningful and measurable impact.

This award is sponsored by: KAPLAN

The winner is presented with a certificate and trophy.

Nominations open Monday 31st August and close Friday 16th October 2026!

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this award:

  • The nominee must be an individual or team working within an institution that is a current financial member of CISWA.
  • The institution must be a registered CRICOS provider.
  • Unsuccessful nominees may be re-nominated in future award rounds.

Open 2026 Membership Contact List to find the membership contact person within your institution/organisation.

Sponsored by: KAPLAN

Nominations should demonstrate excellence, innovation and impact in the field of international education.

Selection Criteria

The five defined criteria include:

  • Innovation
  • Student or Staff Experience and Success
  • Impact and Outcomes
  • Scalability and Sustainability
  • Responsible and Ethical Use of AI

Download the Selection Criteria

Important Notes

  • Nominations should clearly address all selection criteria.
  • Supporting evidence may be included to demonstrate impact and outcomes.
  • All nominations will be assessed against the published selection criteria.
  • If you have any questions regarding eligibility or the nomination process, please contact info@ciswa.com.

Key Dates

  • Applications open:  Monday 31st August 2026
  • Applications close: Friday 16th November 2026
  • Judging completed/Winners advised: late November
  • All award winners are officially announced on: 10th December (evening) at the StudyPerth AGM and End of Year Event
Confidentiality of Results: Award recipients and finalists will be notified prior to the official announcement and must keep the outcome confidential until it is publicly announced at the CISWA End of Year Awards Ceremony.