OUR ADVISORY SERVICES
Consulting
Major Oak advises institutions and organisations on higher education initiatives, with a particular focus on partnerships with universities in the UK and other English-speaking countries, transnational education (TNE) and research commercialisation.
Our advisory experience spans projects in China, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East. We bring an international perspective and practical understanding of university priorities to help clients assess opportunities, develop propositions and build productive relationships.
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Transnational Education Partnerships
We support universities, education providers and project sponsors seeking to establish or develop international education partnerships. This includes initiatives that enable students to access an overseas university’s programmes and qualifications in their home country.
Our support can include reviewing partnership propositions, exploring suitable delivery models, identifying prospective university partners and facilitating introductions. We also advise on commercial considerations and support initial negotiations, helping clients present a clear and credible proposal that reflects both their ambitions and the expectations of potential partners.
Whether you are exploring a new opportunity or progressing an existing project, we can provide focused advice at the stages where it is most useful.
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Articulation and Progression Pathways
Articulation partnerships create agreed routes for students to begin their studies at one institution and progress to another, with recognition of their prior learning.
We help institutions explore and develop pathways such as 2+2 and 3+1 arrangements, where students complete successive stages of a degree in different countries. Our role can include identifying suitable partners, clarifying the proposed progression route and supporting discussions around curriculum alignment, entry requirements and credit recognition.
The aim is to establish a pathway that makes academic and commercial sense for the institutions involved and gives students a clear understanding of their progression opportunities.
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Study Abroad Consulting
We advise institutions and education organisations on opportunities for international study, including short programmes, semester placements and longer periods of overseas learning. We help clients consider suitable destinations and partners, programme objectives and the practical arrangements needed to support a positive student experience.
For students and families, we also offer guidance on university and course options, entry requirements and preparation for overseas study, helping learners make informed choices that reflect their interests, qualifications and aspirations.
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Research Commercialisation
We support universities and organisations exploring how research expertise can connect with industry needs and commercial opportunities.
Our advisory work can include reviewing propositions, identifying potential collaborators and supporting early discussions between academic and commercial stakeholders. We help clients communicate the value of their expertise and consider practical routes towards collaboration.
Working with us
How an assignment takes shape
Every assignment begins with understanding your priorities, your current position and the support you need. We can contribute to a specific task or provide ongoing advice as a project develops.
Following an initial scoping call, we prepare a tailored proposal setting out the scope of work, deliverables, anticipated timescale and fees. Depending on the assignment, this may involve a fixed project fee, staged payments or an ongoing retainer. Any travel or other additional expenses are agreed in advance.
Contact us to arrange a scoping call and discuss how Major Oak can support your next higher education initiative.
Let’s explore what’s possible.
Talk to us about a partnership or your next step in education.