SEO Audit + Basic Maintenance and Optimisation

Hello, The brief mentions a Phase 1 completion deadline of July 1st. Since we are now past that date, has the timeline been extended? What would be the revised expected turnaround time for the Phase 1 audit and setup?

Could we also factor in the latest evolution of SEO toward AEO and GEO? As you're aware, the AI landscape is evolving quickly. I want to flag this now so we don't have to rework things later. I'd rather not waste your time or budget on a second pass.

Questions

Since the programme targets multiple countries, will each language have its own dedicated URLs with proper hreflang implementation, or is the current site primarily English with translated content planned later?
Beyond organic traffic, what will define success during the first enrollment cycle—completed applications, enquiry form submissions, brochure downloads, or another conversion event? This helps configure GA4 and Search Console correctly from day one.
Has any SEO work already been completed (keyword research, redirects, schema, GA4, Search Console), or would Phase 1 be starting from a completely clean slate?
Do you already have access to tools such as SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Screaming Frog, or should I include those as part of my audit workflow?
Would you be available for a brief 15-minute kickoff call before Phase 1 begins? Reviewing the current website together would allow me to confirm priorities, identify any hidden technical constraints, and ensure the audit is focused on the highest-impact improvements from the outset.

Is the website already live and connected to GA4/Search Console, or would that setup also need to be completed?