Empowering Global Education Partnerships

Building global partnerships, transforming learning pathways and enhancing employability for lifelong success.

What we offer

University Partnerships

Building alliances that connect universities with global markets.

International Recruitment

Expanding university reach to connect with talented students worldwide.

Bespoke Program Development

Collaborating with universities to design tailored academic programs for diverse markets.

Consultation & Support

Offering comprehensive guidance & support to foster successful partnerships.

Awsus is your trusted partner in expanding educational horizons

Global Expertise

With 40+ years in higher education partnerships, our team connects students, universities, and partners worldwide.

Simplified Admissions

We streamline recruitment and admissions to save time and ensure a smooth experience.

End-to-End Support

From building partnerships to managing recruitment, we offer comprehensive support tailored to your needs.

Market Insights

Our team’s knowledge of emerging markets and student trends shapes the strategies we provide.

Strong Global Network

We leverage trusted connections with top universities and agents to create impactful partnerships.

Catalyzing Global Alliances in Education

"At Awsus Education Network, we specialize in building lasting relationships between universities in developing education markets. Our goal is to facilitate educational collaborations that enhance academic opportunities and create global opportunities for students and partners a like."

Our Team

Kathleen Cotterill-Strange

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Kathleen Cotterill-Strange is an innovative and results-oriented leader with a distinguished higher education and operations management career. With over a decade of experience, she has driven strategic growth, streamlined operations, and enhanced global student engagement. Kathleen’s accomplishments include launching a groundbreaking Online Program Management system for the University of Hertfordshire in just eight months and introducing 25 cutting-edge master’s programs. She has revolutionized admissions processes, achieving 24-hour application turnaround times while improving applicant satisfaction. Her leadership at Global University Systems boosted enrollment at Webster University’s European campuses, transforming intakes from single digits to hundreds. Combining a student-first approach with data-driven strategies, Kathleen excels in modernizing education delivery, fostering global partnerships, and empowering institutions to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Mark Wallace

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Mark Wallace is a highly accomplished leader in global education and edtech, bringing over 20 years of expertise in driving transformative growth across student recruitment, partnership management, and operational innovation. He has successfully recruited over 40,000 postgraduate students globally while forging strategic partnerships with top institutions such as Imperial College London, the University of Edinburgh, the University of Glasgow, the University of Manchester and Coventry University. Renowned for his expertise in online and transnational education as well as pioneering product innovation, Mark has launched hundreds of accredited programs, developed stackable and transferable microcredential frameworks, secured multi-million-pound contracts, and streamlined recruitment processes to enhance institutional visibility, enrollment, and revenue. With a reputation for strategic insight, operational efficiency, and commitment to accessibility, Mark empowers institutions to thrive in the rapidly evolving global education landscape

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