Ms Rachel

Director of Futures at VN Brighton College Vietnam

Over 25 years experience in IB education in SE Asia, 13 of which have been dedicated to full-time University and Careers guidance and counselling. Establishing UCC programmes and offices in BSJ (Jakarta), Dulwich College Singapore and Brighton College Vietnam, I have supported 100's of students in finding their best-fit destination.

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Experience

17 yrs teaching · 5 schools · 4 countries
2026
Director of Futures
2025–Present1 yr 6 mo
IB
2025
University Advisor
International · All-Through
2023–20251 yr 7 mo
IB
2023
SGDulwich College SingaporeLinkedIB DP · CP
Head of University and Careers
2019–20234 yrs
IB
2019
IDBritish School JakartaLinkedIB MYP · DP · CP
Head of University and Careers
International · Sixth-Form
2013–20196 yrs
IB
2013
Head of Social Science / University Guidance Counsellor
International · Sixth-Form
2009–20134 yrs
IB

Courses & certified training

British Council Certified UK Counsellor

Counsellor training from the British Council provides in-depth knowledge and awareness of the UK as a study destination.

THE Level 2 Accredited Counsellor

Awarded both Level 1 and Level 2 of the HE Counsellor Accreditation Programme, which is delivered by Times Higher Education and Common Purpose.

CAT 3 IBDP and IBCP University and Careers Counselling

CAT 3 IBDP and IBCP DP/CP Supporting Students in the University Admissions Process

Conferences, Events & Networks

An Introduction to the USA as a study destination

Understanding the USA: Public vs Private, Liberal Arts education; selectivity beyond the Ivy Leagues; why the activities record matters and tips for advising students on how to find 'best fit'.

Navigating Domestic Admissions to Australia

Offer insights, guidance and resources for Counsellors to help support Domestic / PR Australians who live overseas and are returning to Australia for university. Two case studies UQ and UWA are included.

Financial Aid and more affordable options for Study: Australia, Canada, Hong Kong & UK

An overview of funding opportunities in each of the countries: Australia, Canada, Hong Kong and the UK beyond the big names. Resources and tips for Counsellors.

Understanding pathways into Medicine in the UK & UCAT data for list building

Overview of the medical options in the UK; direct entry Medical schools – what is the landscape? How are they similar vs how are they different in learning? Testing; UCAT focus- how is UCAT data used by the medical schools and how can UCC’s advise students for list building to maximise chance of an interview? Insight into interviews – MMI vs Traditional, resources / insights Alternative pathways to Medicine - resources / insights Resources to support Counsellors and students

Presenter IACAC Regional Conference Hanoi

Lead presenter on the workshop 'Affordable Options for study in Hong Kong, Japan and Thailand'.

Bookshelf

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Fiske Guide to Colleges
Edward B. Fiske
2026