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Over the past four years, Nigeria has had the most international students’ dependents in the UK:

As per the newly released reports, Nigeria has had the highest number of international students’ dependents in the UK in the last four years. The government report revealed that the number of dependents from Nigeria increased from 1,427 in 2019 to 60,506 by the end of September 2023. This marks an increase of 59,079 international …

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Postgraduate

Postgraduate taught students from abroad are more optimistic than those domiciled in the UK:

According to reports, postgraduate students from overseas studying in the UK tend to exhibit higher satisfaction levels compared to their domestic counterparts. Officials note that out of 10 overseas postgraduate students, a larger proportion hold a positive outlook in comparison to UK-domiciled students. Breaking it down by categories, non-EU students display higher satisfaction across engagement, …

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education agents

To recruit international students, UK universities depend on education agents:

Education agents acting as intermediaries between international students and United Kingdom universities are reportedly earning substantial incomes for their services. Recent analysis indicates that UK universities derive approximately 20% of their total income from international students. In the past year, one university alone spent £28 million on agent fees, demonstrating a significant investment in this …

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Top UK universities warn they’ll need more international students if tuition fees stay frozen:

Reports indicate that top universities in the United Kingdom need to recruit international students unless there is a corresponding increase in tuition fees. This challenge comes after Suella Braverman’s recent announcement, which underscores the removal of rights for international students to bring their dependents. A measure explicitly aimed at influencing net migration figures. Notably, these …

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IELTS

IELTS One Skill Retake can be used to apply for a UK visa:

In a recent development, aspiring individuals who wish to reside, work, and study in the United Kingdom have been granted a remarkable opportunity. Christine Nuttall, managing director of IELTS at Cambridge Assessment English, has officially announced an option for allowing applicants to retake a specific skill in the globally recognized IELTS exam. Whether it is …

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applications

Applications for the Study UK Alumni Awards 2023 are now open:

The British Council has officially announced the start of applications for the Study UK Alumni Awards 2024. This award encourages talented and inspiring alumni from all around the world to apply. This prestigious award celebrates the outstanding achievements of alumni who have studied in the United Kingdom and have made significant contributions to their communities, …

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The priorities of future election manifestos, as per the UK’s international educators

Recently, the tourism and heritage spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats, Baroness Doocey, revealed that now is the time for the sector to lobby the UK’s political parties. Since the current parliament will come to an end on December 17, 2024, it is likely that the election will take place in January 2025. However, there is …

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As UK-EU Horizon Europe deadline approaches, European universities urge quick agreement:

European universities have united concerning approaching deadline for British government to agree with European Union’s conditions about Horizon Europe. This agreement stipulates that UK government must align with the EU’s terms for its inclusion in the Horizon Europe program. In an official statement, concerns have been raised about the ongoing delays in the United Kingdom‘s …

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UK Dependent entry changes

Winter intake provides the final chance for entry before UK dependent visa changes:

Few UK universities are offering an early winter intake, enabling international students to neglect the impact of visa changes that prevent dependents from accompanying them in 2024. However, some universities that are offering November starts for years. Moreover, other universities are accepting applications in new intake for 2023, keeping in mind the dependent scenario. This …

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The UK granted over 1 lakh student visas to India in 2023:

In total, 142,848 study visas were granted to Indian students, marking an increase of 49,883 as compared to June 2022. The number is also seven times higher than June 2019. The UK-issued study visas were close to 500,000 in June 2023, representing a rise of 23%. As per the reports, almost 154,000 study-related visas were …

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