How do we determine if a student is suitable for admission, in the broadest sense of suitability and ability? With an ever-increasing number of international students, and an ever-widening market for them to choose from, it is imperative that we fully understand the characteristics of the education system in which they studied. This session focuses on looking at the education systems, main qualifications, and issues of institutional recognition. Cultural, regulatory, and subject-specific issues that may arise when considering students from these countries are addressed.