New five-year Partnership

Malvern International plc (AIM: MLVN), the global learning and skills development partner, announces that the Company has signed a five-year Partnership with Liverpool Hope University to open a new International Study Centre from January 2026 together with providing a range of international student recruitment, education and support services.

Liverpool Hope University International Study Centre ("LHISC"), to be based at the Hope Park Campus, will deliver a full range of pathway and pre-master's programmes supporting international students to progress onto a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the University.

Under the Partnership Malvern will provide international student recruitment and conversion, admissions, student fee collection and course delivery including teaching, orientation and student support. A large portion of the course fees will be collected by the Company ahead of the course delivery for each academic year. As a result, the Partnership will be cash flow positive in the first full financial year, FY2026, and is expected to contribute to group profits from FY2027.

This strategic partnership strengthens Malvern's position in the global education marketplace, complementing its existing portfolio of university partnerships; enhancing its foundations and preparedness for growth. By leveraging its global infrastructure, Malvern is committed to fostering sustainable growth in student enrolments at LHISC, and is confident of contributing significantly to Liverpool Hope University's expanding international presence.

Based on the terms of the Partnership agreement, Malvern anticipates that the University's proposition will be well-received by international students and the Company's agent network. Malvern expects to be able to scale student numbers to reach in excess of 250 students annually within three to four years.

Reflecting on the partnership, Professor Claire Ozanne, Vice-Chancellor and Rector at Liverpool Hope University said: "I am delighted to be able to announce our partnership with Malvern. The Liverpool Hope International Study Centre is an exciting and important part of our international strategy and will further enhance our position as a global university and one that has an inclusive approach to education.

International students and the rich diversity of ideas and experiences they bring to our campuses hugely enhance the academic experience for all of our students. As one of the top universities in the UK for student satisfaction we look forward to welcoming new students to our campus and providing them with an excellent academic experience that will help them to achieve their goals."

Richard Mace, CEO at Malvern International, said: "This is an exciting milestone and a significant achievement for Malvern as we continue to grow and diversify our Pathways division, scaling up our capabilities to continue to deliver exceptional services that benefit both universities and students. We are thrilled to partner with Liverpool Hope University, an institution renowned for its excellent student satisfaction and commitment to academic excellence. Together, we are dedicated to providing transformative opportunities for students while expanding the University's global presence and influence."

Mark Elliott - Chairman

Richard Mace - Chief Executive Officer