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England's tuition fees to rise with inflation

Amid fears of a growing financial crisis among universities in England, the UK government is expected to announce that tuition fees will rise in tandem with inflation over the next three years. Following last month's announcement of England's first tuition fee rise in eight years, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is set to unveil the plans for fees to exceed 10,000 …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Want to study in the UK? Check out the top scholarships for Indian students

India Today

The UK has long been a sought-after destination for international students, particularly from India. For Indian students aspiring to broaden their horizons, the UK offers not just an education but a transformative journey that bridges academic ambition with cultural enrichment. IDP Education has curated a list of scholarships that Indian students can explore to access affordable yet high-quality education: GREAT …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Over 75% of UK universities pledge carbon-free campuses, say activists

India Today

A decade ago, it might have seemed impossible to imagine universities around the world going carbon-free and pledging to eliminate the use of fossil fuels on their campuses. On November 29, 2024, the student-led campaign group People & Planet reported that 115 of the UK’s 149 universities have formally pledged to divest from fossil fuels. Recently, four institutions, Birmingham City …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

US universities ask foreign students to return before Trump takes charge: What is the reason?

India TV News

President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office on January 20 after defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. Many universities release advisory The University of Massachusetts Amherst has joined at least two other institutions in issuing an advisory urging international students, scholars, and staff to return to the US before Trump's inauguration. Although UMass Amherst emphasises that this guidance is not …

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1 month ago

Insolvency experts drafted in to fight university cash crunch

The Telegraph

The university watchdog has drafted in a team of insolvency experts amid growing concerns over the financial health of Britain’s troubled higher education sector. It comes as the OfS prepares for “potential market exits”, which remain a threat despite the Government’s pledge to raise university tuition fees next year. However, many fear this inflation-linked increase is not enough for some …

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1 month, 1 week ago

University sector in chaos amid uncertainty over government's plan to cap international students

ABC

The fate of government plans to cap international student enrolments from the start of next year hangs in the balance, with the Coalition yet to announce whether it will support the contentious changes with only two parliament sitting weeks left before the deadline. Labor plans to bring temporary migration numbers back to pre-pandemic levels and crack down on dodgy education …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Indian students being put off applying to UK universities, report finds

Deccan Chronicle

Indian students are being put off applying to UK universities, adding to their financial woes at a time when education institutions are already coping with constrained budgets, a new report into the stability of the higher education sector in England has revealed. Based on UK Home Office data on confirmation of acceptance for studies by UK providers from 2022-23 to …

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1 month, 1 week ago

20% drop in Indians applying to study in UK, universities face funding issues

India Today

UK universities are facing a financial pinch as a significant drop in international student numbers begins to strain their budgets. This has raised concerns as Indian students, who recently surpassed Chinese applicants, were a major source of revenue for UK universities. Sanam Arora, Chair of the National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK, said, “Many reasons contribute to the decline …

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1 month, 1 week ago

UK universities face funding 'crunch' as foreign students go elsewhere

Hindustan Times

UK universities are among the most prestigious in the world, but visa restrictions mean they are now attracting fewer international students -- taking a heavy toll on their finances. Almost 760,000 foreign students were enrolled in British universities in 2022, making Britain the second most popular destination after the US, in a highly competitive market. According to a parliamentary report, …

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Labour's hike in tuition fees 'will cost Treasury £90 million a year', think-tank warns

Daily Mail

Labour's university tuition fees rise will cost the Treasury an estimated £90 million a year, according to a leading economic think-tank. Earlier this week, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announced that student fees for 2025/26 will increase by £285 from £9,250 to £9,535. Now the IFS estimates that the added cost of higher fees paid in 2025/26 across all students will …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Martin Lewis issues student loan warning - how to check if YOU are overpaying and in line for a refund

Daily Mail

Martin Lewis has warned that more than a million Brits could be owed a refund after overpaying their student loans. Martin Lewis has warned that more than a million Brits could be owed a refund after overpaying their student loans Speaking on ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show Live, Mr Lewis explained that more than a million ex-students overpaid because …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

I owe £84,000 in university tuition fees – and that’s before it goes up

The Independent

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

SARAH VINE: My radical plan to save universities - and make degrees great again!

Daily Mail

On the surface of it, Labour's decision to break another promise and put up university tuition fees feels like a smack in the chops for educational aspiration: just like the mean-spirited, ideological and poorly thought-out decision to charge VAT on private school fees. In Opposition, this government – and in particular Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner – made grandiose pledges …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

England university fees to hit record high of 9,535 British pounds next autumn

India Today

For the first time in nearly a decade, university tuition fees in England are set to increase, reaching a new high of 9,535 British pounds per student per year. Some financial experts project that if inflation continues to dictate adjustments, university fees could climb to 10,500 British pounds by 2029. Many argue that increasing tuition fees adds more debt burden …

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University tuition fees: What it means for students and why are they increasing?

The Independent

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Starmer increases university tuition fees for first time in eight years

The Independent

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

One-off HECS debt cut a placeholder as government looks to change university course fees

ABC

The federal government has rising university student fees in its sights for the next stage of its university debt overhaul, with a government source saying a one-off 20 per cent cut to debts is an interim measure. "As Jason Clare has said, he's got a very substantial report in front of him, the Universities Accord Report that makes a series …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

University tuition fees are 'set to rise for first time since 2017': Labour is poised to increase fees TODAY with student charges on course to soar above £10,000

Daily Mail

Labour is poised to announce the first rise in university tuition fees in eight years, according to reports. Tuition fees have remained frozen at £9,250 in England since 2017, but university leaders have recently been calling on the Government to help institutions struggling financially. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is due to make a statement to the House of Commons later …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Starmer accused of breaking promise after university tuition fees rise announced

The Telegraph

University leavers are unlikely to see a major material difference in the amount of student debt they owe, as graduates pay back a fixed rate when they earn above a certain threshold. The Sutton Trust, an education charity, warned that raising tuition fees without reinstating the grants would “hurt students from the poorest households the most”. Carl Cullinane, the charity’s …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Western Sydney University reveals massive problem with Anthony Albanese's 'broken' $16billion plan to slash student debt

Daily Mail

A university Vice-Chancellor claims Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's plan to reduce student debt does not go far enough in tackling the 'broken' and 'deeply unfair' system. Western Sydney University Vice-Chancellor, George Williams, said the proposed reforms were 'extremely welcome' but warned they did not go far enough in addressing the cause of Australia's 'broken higher education system'. Prime Minister Anthony …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Universities warn of 'significant' job cuts as international student caps threaten business model

ABC

More than 1,000 workers could soon lose their jobs as Australia's universities aggressively cut costs ahead of the federal government's proposed international student caps, which are expected to take effect next year. The university blames its financial situation on "changes in government policy the management of international student numbers", though the National Tertiary Education Union accuses ANU of "poor governance …

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2 months ago

Are Indian Students Benefiting from Higher Education in the UK?

The Hindu

The article explores the financial strain faced by UK universities due to the high number of Indian students pursuing higher education. While the share of foreign students grew by 10% between 2016-17 and 2022-23, their contribution to total fees surged by over 16%. This highlights the increasing reliance of U.K. universities on foreign students and the growing financial burden placed …

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2 months ago

Universities face ‘bleak’ future as student demand to fall after 2030 – report

The Independent

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2 months ago

College: One troubling trend for American universities is coming at the worst possible time.

Slate

It is urgent that the leaders of colleges and universities stand up in defense of their interests and the values of higher education. This may seem straightforward, but in the wake of Oct. 7 and controversies over statements concerning the atrocities, many academic leaders have embraced a doctrine of “institutional neutrality.” Recalling the bruising hearings with lawmakers in December 2023 …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Universities under pressure

ABC

Robyn Williams: Now, I don't want to spoil the party, or, as the other old saying goes, rain on that parade, but in both Australia and Britain, universities are so impoverished it seems that entire departments are now being closed or threatened to be closed. Glen O'Hara: Well, that is a new bit…I suppose you call them tradies, in Britain …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

In France a degree costs less than £200 – the last thing the UK government should do is put up students’ tuition fees

The Independent

Cars loaded with clothes, mattress toppers, table lamps, posters, pots, pans and other paraphernalia of student life have been a familiar sight recently as the the latest year group of freshers have been heading for campuses across Britain. The higher education sector is at immediate risk of collapsing under debts created by a decade of frozen UK students’ tuition fees …

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2 months, 4 weeks ago

Making education accessible for all

The Independent

Global Banking School was established in 2010 by Dr Vishwajeet Rana. It is now part of the Global Education Group, which has a presence in 12 countries and over 60,000 students across its portfolio of higher education institutions. It works in partnership with leading UK universities to deliver the highest quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across business and management, accounting …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Will Labour raise tuition fees to save struggling universities?

The Independent

Bridget Phillipson, the education secretary, is one of the new cabinet’s more assured performers – a figure who epitomises the pragmatic and serious intent of this Labour government. Tuition fees for “home” students have been frozen since 2017 with a cap of £9,250pa. Universities UK, representing 141 higher education institutions, wants higher tuition fees for home students so that the …

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3 months, 1 week ago

UK raises international student maintenance requirements, details inside

Hindustan Times

International students who look forward to studying in the UK have some news regarding the student maintenance requirements needed to study in the country. According to the UK Home Office, international students coming to the country must provide evidence that they have sufficient financial savings to support themselves “for each month of their course,” according to an ET report. As …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Universities Australia accuses major parties of politicising universities amid debate over international student caps

ABC

The federal government's plan to cap international students will hinder their efforts to increase the number of Australians with tertiary qualifications, the head of Universities Australia will argue in a speech on Wednesday, as he accuses both major parties of politicising the sector. Under the federal government's overhaul of the higher education sector, no more than 270,000 international students would …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Labour signals end to Sunak’s crackdown on ‘Mickey Mouse’ degrees

The Telegraph

Speaking at the Universities UK annual conference in Reading earlier this week, Mr Kyle suggested that Tory rhetoric around “rip-off degrees” has likely deterred low-income pupils from applying to university. “That is a psychological barrier, not to people who come from affluent, assertive families, but to people from lower incomes for whom the consideration about money has a far more …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

International students in UK fall short in English, still get degrees: Report

India Today

All might not be well with the UK's higher education system. Two anonymous professors from the Russell Group institution claimed that a significant chunk of international students in the UK do not meet the basic requirements, especially English language skills, necessary to obtain a degree – and yet degrees are being awarded. The anonymous professors of the Cambridge-based group also …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Franchised higher education provision poses ‘significant risks’ to students

The Independent

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Universities warn international student cap could slash numbers further than intended

ABC

The federal government’s plans to cap international student enrolments could have a greater chilling effect than intended, according to experts and sector leaders who oppose the policy. International student cap splits sector Photo shows About a dozen student are seen talking in a courtyard, in front of a tall sandstone clock tower at the University of Melbourne. The federal government's …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

International student cap draws fury from top universities but regional institutions breathe easier

ABC

The federal government's plan to cap international student numbers has split the tertiary education sector, drawing uproar from prestigious urban universities but cautious optimism from their regional and suburban competitors. Go8 chief executive Vicki Thomson said it was "an insult" to say those universities were "lucky" to have high international student numbers. " "The government has essentially responded to one …

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4 months ago

U.K. will always welcome international students, says British Deputy High Commissioner to A.P. and TG Gareth Wynn Owen

The Hindu

There’s an enormous jump in the number of Indian students heading to the Universities in the United Kingdom to pursue their higher studies, says U.K. Deputy High Commissioner to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Gareth Wynn Owen. In an interaction with The Hindu, Mr. Owen said: “We are pleased to see a record number of Indian students choosing U.K. as the …

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4 months, 1 week ago

No extra help for A-level students hit by Raac concrete crisis as results due

The Independent

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5 months ago

Cambridge tells protesters it will review arms investments if they leave their tents

The Telegraph

It is not known how much of Cambridge’s £4 billion endowment fund is tied to Israel-linked firms, though individual colleges have already pledged to divest from military companies. “This will be a long journey, and we are committed, as an institution, to playing our part in these processes.” ‘We have been in dialogue with students’ Cambridge said it had delayed …

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Government recommits to funding UNRWA as David Lammy praises ‘life-saving work’

The Independent

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Study in the UK: Top scholarships for academic excellence and growth

India Today

The United Kingdom is renowned for its world-class universities and exceptional educational opportunities. These fully-funded scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and return flights to the UK, providing access to a wide range of exclusive academic, professional, and cultural experiences. ERASMUS MUNDUS JOINT MASTERS'S SCHOLARSHIPS For those seeking an international educational experience, the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Degree Scholarship offers …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Rising trends: Why Indian students prefer UK for higher studies

India Today

The United Kingdom has become an irresistible draw for Indian students pursuing higher education. Often referred to as the world's greatest city, London offers Indian students a life-changing experience that blends academic studies with cultural vibrancy and cosmopolitan allure. Indian students aspiring to careers in business, finance, or entrepreneurship find the UK to be the perfect launchpad to gain firsthand …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Imperial College London tops Oxford and Cambridge in global university rankings

The Independent

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7 months ago

All hell breaks loose at Cambridge student union: Post-graduate president threatens to go on hunger strike over university's 'nepotism' and 'corruption' just days after officer quit over its 'stance o

Daily Mail

The president of the University of Cambridge's student union has threatened a hunger strike after raising concerns over 'corruption' and 'nepotism' just weeks after another officer resigned over its stance on Gaza. Vareesh Pratap wrote to the university's Vice-Chancellor Deborah Prentice setting out a series of demands and signalled the students' governing body is in chaos Mr Pratap has accused …

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7 months ago

U.K. PM Rishi Sunak faces revolt over plans to scrap Graduate Route visa: Report

The Hindu

“Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering restrictions to the U.K.’s post-study visa which allows graduates to stay on and work for up to two years after their degree course as part of efforts to curb soaring legal migration figures despite strong opposition from some of his Ministers,” a report claimed on May 19. According to ‘The Observer’ newspaper, Mr. Sunak …

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7 months ago

Sunak plans to scrap UK Graduate Route visa, universities say Indian students to be impacted most

India TV News

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is considering restrictions to the post-study visa which allows graduates to stay on and work for up to two years after their degree course as part of efforts to curb soaring legal migration figures despite strong opposition from some of his ministers, a report claims on Sunday. According to The Observer newspaper, Sunak is facing …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Group of Eight universities warn they are reliant on international student fees as government looks to cap enrolments

ABC

In short: International students make up the largest single source of income for many universities, excluding government grants. Group of Eight universities warn the federal government's proposed cap on international students may damage the sector. Australia's top eight universities say they are "reliant" on international student fees, warning the federal government's proposed caps on foreign enrolments could damage the sector. …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Politics latest news: 'Focus on education, not immigration', No 10 urges UK universities

The Telegraph

Downing Street has urged the nation’s universities to focus on “education, not immigration” following the publication of an official report on foreign students coming to the UK. The Prime Minister’s official spokesman said: “ has said before that British students should be the priority for our education system and universities and student visas must be used for education, not immigration. …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Trigger warnings, mental health issues, transgender rights and knee-jerk cancel culture: Welcome to life on university campus in modern Britain, as revealed by anonymous academic 'The Secret Lecturer'

Daily Mail

An anonymous academic has lifted the lid on what life is like on university campus in modern Britain, with trigger warnings rife, knee-jerk cancel culture, and lecturers dishing out inflated grades with it impossible for students to fail their course. Although most students are well-behaved and more interested in eating healthily than 'getting smashed', there is an 'epidemic of mental …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Pro-Palestinian protests spread across British universities

The Telegraph

Pro-Palestinian protests are spreading across British universities as students attempt to replicate the occupations that have swept through US campuses. Demonstrators at University College London have added to a growing number of tent camps protesting against the war in Gaza, which have been seen at universities including Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, Leeds, Warwick, Swansea and Bristol. The scenes have been a …

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