EdTech boom: Australia and India forge a digital learning future

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Australian and Indian EdTech leaders come together during Austrade's inaugural EdTech Trade Mission, paving the way for innovative learning solutions and global collaboration

India’s education technology (EdTech) sector is riding a wave of transformation, fuelled by wider internet access, affordable smartphones, and a growing appetite for quality education. Projections place the market’s growth from around A$1 billion in 2021 to a staggering A$45 billion by 2030, signalling immense opportunities.

Spotting this potential, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) has been working to bridge the gap between Australian EdTech innovators and Indian stakeholders. In early 2024, Austrade led its first EdTech Trade Mission to India, connecting Australian companies and universities with key players in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

The initiative proved fruitful, establishing new partnerships and fostering collaboration aimed at improving educational outcomes through technology. Dr. Monica Kennedy, Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner at Austrade, noted that the partnerships formed during the mission reflect the strong synergy between the Australian and Indian EdTech sectors.

India’s EdTech landscape is vibrant and varied, encompassing everything from online classrooms to gamified learning and platforms tailored to workforce upskilling. While challenges such as affordability and digital access persist, the sector is expected to reach A$10.4 billion by 2025, with 37 million paying users embracing these digital tools.

Austrade’s efforts include the Australia India Future Skills Initiative, a four-year program designed to align Australian training expertise with India’s needs for workforce development. This initiative focuses on critical sectors such as healthcare, digital technology, energy, and infrastructure, aiming to support India’s rapidly evolving skill demands.

This collaboration presents mutual benefits: Australian EdTech companies gain access to a burgeoning market, while Indian students and professionals benefit from cutting-edge educational solutions designed to bridge skill gaps and improve learning outcomes.

As the sector grows, these partnerships will be vital in shaping the future of education. They promise to make learning more accessible, engaging, and tailored to the needs of a dynamic and ambitious population.


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