In a decision that sparked widespread reaction across many sectors concerned with higher education, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) had the London Metropolitan University’s licence to teach and recruit … [Read more...] about London Metropolitan University Licence to Educate Non-EU Students Revoked: What Happens Next?
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Government Supports Calls for Students to be Excluded from Net Migration Statistics
A cross-party group of MPs released a report earlier this week saying that foreign students should be exempted from wider targets on immigration, which the UK government introduced to stop the influx … [Read more...] about Government Supports Calls for Students to be Excluded from Net Migration Statistics
Home Office Minister Invites Foreign Students to Study in the UK
"Please come, we have got some of the world's best universities," Home Office Minister Damian Green tells international students. Mr Green says the invite is part of a ‘global charm offensive’ aimed … [Read more...] about Home Office Minister Invites Foreign Students to Study in the UK
Minister Rebuts Claim that Student Visa Restrictions Will Deter Foreign Students from Enrolling in UK Universities
In a letter to Prime Minister David Cameron, a group of 68 senior education experts composed of chancellors, governors and university presidents warned that British universities could lose out on … [Read more...] about Minister Rebuts Claim that Student Visa Restrictions Will Deter Foreign Students from Enrolling in UK Universities
Number of International Students in the UK Set to Rise Despite Higher Tuition Fees and Visa Restrictions
A new study published by the British Council reveals that the number of international students who are set to enrol in UK universities are projected to rise faster than the enrolment of overseas … [Read more...] about Number of International Students in the UK Set to Rise Despite Higher Tuition Fees and Visa Restrictions
29th February – A special day that comes along every 4 years!
Today, the 29th of February, is a special day because this date only occurs once every 4 years. This means that the previous occurrence of this date was in 2008 which was proclaimed by the United … [Read more...] about 29th February – A special day that comes along every 4 years!