20% drop in Indians applying to study in UK, universities face funding issues
4 months, 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 in numbers, including the Conservative ban on dependents, confusion around post-study work visas, increase in skilled worker salary thresholds and an apparent lack of jobs in the UK.” FINANCIAL IMPACT ON UNIVERSITIES The decline in Indian and other international students, such as Nigerians, is hitting universities heavily reliant on these demographics. Experts suggest universities must address safety concerns, clarify post-study work visa policies, and improve employability support to stay competitive. As Amit Tiwari, President of the Indian National Students’ Association UK, pointed out, “Unless the government addresses these issues, the outlook for UK universities is bleak as they rely heavily on Indian students.”

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Course choices in US, UK, and Canada are evolving. Here is what is new
1 week, 1 day ago

Course choices in US, UK, and Canada are evolving. Here is what is new

India Today  

International students are increasingly choosing courses that align with high-demand careers, as revealed in ApplyBoard's 2024 report. Though these countries were the most popular with Indian students, the number of Indian students migrating for higher studies dropped sharply in 2024, with Canada, the UK, and the US witnessing the steepest declines. Here are the fields of study Indian students are …

Indian student calls UK a 'trap' for international students, warns them to ‘think twice’
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1 week, 2 days ago

Indian student calls UK a 'trap' for international students, warns them to ‘think twice’

Hindustan Times  

An Indian student pursuing his final year of a PhD in Computer Science in the United Kingdom has issued a stern warning to international students, urging them to rethink their decision to move there. In a Reddit post titled ‘UK Is a Trap for International Students – My Personal Experience’, the student, who goes by the username @Due-Somewhere-1608, claimed that …

Indian PhD student shares struggle of studying in UK: ‘1 year of MSc equal to…’
1 week, 3 days ago

Indian PhD student shares struggle of studying in UK: ‘1 year of MSc equal to…’

Hindustan Times  

An Indian student pursuing his final year of his PhD in Computer Science in the United Kingdom has warned the international students, urging them to reconsider their plans to move there. The student listed problems like food quality, sky-high housing costs, unpredictable work hours, poor weather conditions and even “racism” in the UK In a Reddit post titled ‘UK Is …

Surge in Indian students studying in Russia; drop in those opting for Canada, US and UK: Govt in Parliament
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Surge in Indian students studying in Russia; drop in those opting for Canada, US and UK: Govt in Parliament

Live Mint  

The number of Indian students studying abroad has fallen by 15 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, according to the numbers shared by education ministry. Country 2022 2023 2024 USA 1,90,512 2,34,473 2,04,058 UK 1,32,709 1,36,921 98,890 China 1,967 7,279 4,978 Canada 1,85,955 2,33,532 1,37,608 Germany 20,684 23,296 34,702 Russia 19,784 23,503 31,444 France 6,406 7,484 8,536 Uzbekistan 3,430 6,601 …

Why fewer Indian students are opting to study in Canada, the US and the UK
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Why fewer Indian students are opting to study in Canada, the US and the UK

Firstpost  

After witnessing a post-pandemic rise in Indian students going abroad for studies, there was an approximate 15 per cent decline, with figures falling from 892,989 in 2023 to 759,064 in 2024. The country-wise breakdown suggests that Indian students going to Canada, the US, the UK and Australia witnessed a sharp decline of 27 per cent. According to the data shared …

15% drop in Indians studying abroad: Canada down 41%, Russia sees 34% rise
2 weeks, 4 days ago

15% drop in Indians studying abroad: Canada down 41%, Russia sees 34% rise

India Today  

Indian students heading abroad for higher education have dropped sharply in 2024, with Canada, the UK, and the US seeing the biggest declines. DIPLOMATIC TENSIONS AND STRICTER POLICIES IMPACT CANADA The drastic fall in Indian students choosing Canada coincides with rising diplomatic tensions between Ottawa and Delhi. This likely discouraged many Indian students, leading to a 27% drop in those …

Uncertainty over US visa policies halts 30% drop in Indian students
2 months, 1 week ago

Uncertainty over US visa policies halts 30% drop in Indian students

Deccan Chronicle  

Uncertainties surrounding student migration to the US after the regime change have led to a 30 per cent decline in the number of Indian students traveling to the country. Both the US and Canada, two of North America's top destinations for international students, have witnessed a significant drop in the number of Indian students this year. While stricter immigration policies …

Marginalised by caste, marginalised in education
3 months ago

Marginalised by caste, marginalised in education

The Hindu  

Atul Kumar, the son of a daily wage worker and from the Scheduled Caste community, lost his seat at IIT Dhanbad after he was unable to pay the seat booking fee of ₹17,500 that was required to secure his admission. There are many and similar cases like Atul’s, but which never draw media attention or receive justice, leaving many deserving …

UK immigration drops as student visa rules tighten, non-EU nationals lead
3 months, 2 weeks ago

UK immigration drops as student visa rules tighten, non-EU nationals lead

India Today  

Immigration trends in the United Kingdom have taken a notable turn, with a decline in overall numbers revealed by the latest data from the Office for National Statistics. One major reason for the decline is the drop in student visas, which previously allowed easier settlement in the UK. Indian nationals stood out, receiving 1,42,848 student visas by June 2023 -- …

UK immigration falls by 20%, Indians top study and work visa list
4 months ago

UK immigration falls by 20%, Indians top study and work visa list

India Today  

The UK has seen a 20% dip in long-term net immigration, according to provisional estimates by the Office for National Statistics. Indians emerged as the leading group of non-EU migrants, topping both work and study visa categories, with 240,000 recorded for long-term immigration to the UK as of June 2024. However, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer isn't happy with the …

20% dip in Indian students amid visa, safety concerns in UK
4 months, 1 week ago

20% dip in Indian students amid visa, safety concerns in UK

Hindustan Times  

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. Indian student groups in the UK said the fall was to be expected amid limited job prospects and …

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

UK universities face funding 'crunch' as foreign students go elsewhere
4 months, 2 weeks 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, …

What makes Japan, Germany, and Ireland top choices for studying abroad in 2024?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

What makes Japan, Germany, and Ireland top choices for studying abroad in 2024?

India Today  

The global landscape for international education is experiencing a significant evolution, particularly as the United States and the United Kingdom maintain their status as leading destinations for students pursuing high-quality education. However, as Canada, the UK, and Australia tighten their visa regulations, Japan, Germany, and Ireland are emerging as viable alternatives for international students seeking quality education. GERMANY'S JOB SEEKER …

Are Indian Students Benefiting from Higher Education in the UK?
5 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 …

Fall in visa applications by overseas students prompts fears for universities
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fall in visa applications by overseas students prompts fears for universities

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. These hard numbers confirm our fear that the previous …

International students in UK fall short in English, still get degrees: Report
6 months, 3 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 …

UK visas for Indian students drop by 23% amid stricter immigration rules
7 months ago

UK visas for Indian students drop by 23% amid stricter immigration rules

India Today  

Indians might still be the biggest cohort when it comes to the number of student visas granted by the UK, but they are starting to show hesitation in applying to British universities due to stricter immigration rules, according to the latest UK Home Office data. Indian students have traditionally favoured the UK for higher education, especially at the master’s level, …

Indian students are turning away from UK universities for higher studies. Here's why
7 months, 1 week ago

Indian students are turning away from UK universities for higher studies. Here's why

India TV News  

Indian students are turning away from UK universities for higher studies. Here's why The UK Home Office data shows a 23 per cent fall in Indian students coming to the UK for higher studies, despite being the largest community to enter the country. London: The number of Indian students opting for UK universities to pursue higher studies continues to drop …

U.K. will always welcome international students, says British Deputy High Commissioner to A.P. and TG Gareth Wynn Owen
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Rising trends: Why Indian students prefer UK for higher studies
9 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 …

Oz Tightens Curbs on Indian Students Seeking Studies in Australia
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Oz Tightens Curbs on Indian Students Seeking Studies in Australia

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Making it more difficult for Indian students seeking admissions in its universities, the Australian government has further raised the financial threshold required for obtaining a student visa. The clampdown on student visas is said to be part of Australia's broader strategy to halve its annual immigration intake, amidst a scenario where visas granted to Indian students plummeted by 48% …

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs
1 year ago

At US universities, record numbers of Indian students seek brighter prospects — and overseas jobs

Associated Press  

Pranay Karkale is spending years of savings and $60,000 in student loans to pursue a master’s degree in the United States, yet he considers himself lucky. Historic numbers of students from India are studying at foreign universities as a fast-growing, aspirational generation of young people looks for opportunities they can’t find at home. It’s a growing industry in the U.S. …

What does the study-abroad sector hold for students in 2024?
1 year, 3 months ago

What does the study-abroad sector hold for students in 2024?

The Hindu  

Tectonic shifts in diplomatic ties between countries and tightening of immigration rules have not really taken the shine off overseas education, at least among Indian students. “Indian students from tier-2 and tier-3 cities now have access to consultants, who advise learners on the process of developing a unique personal brand when applying to universities across the globe. Consultants also help …

Surge in Indian students bringing dependants to the UK ahead of January ban
1 year, 4 months ago

Surge in Indian students bringing dependants to the UK ahead of January ban

The Telegraph  

Indian students are rushing to get visas to bring their dependants to the UK in time to beat a Government ban in January. Education agents are charging Indian students inflated prices secure places at UK universities before the Home Office deadline for banning dependants from coming to the UK from Jan 1. To beat the ban, one couple entered into …

British pitted against foreign students for university places, vice-chancellor warns
1 year, 4 months ago

British pitted against foreign students for university places, vice-chancellor warns

The Telegraph  

The university system is pitting British and foreign students against each other, a Russell Group vice-chancellor has warned. In a new paper, Prof Shitij Kapur, vice-chancellor of King’s College London, said universities were relying financially on international students paying higher fees than domestic students. “If universities cannot recruit more international students, they will be forced to replace loss-making UK admissions …

Are “poor quality” courses in the U.K. impacting Indian students?
1 year, 7 months ago

Are “poor quality” courses in the U.K. impacting Indian students?

The Hindu  

An increasing number of Indian students are heading to the United Kingdom, but the number of those who manage to stay in that country by securing jobs or pursuing further studies has been poor in recent years. Indians, like other foreign students, pay higher tuition fees than domestic students, so they are disproportionately more impacted when they can’t find jobs. …

Thousands of middle class British students ‘will lose out to foreign applicants’
1 year, 8 months ago

Thousands of middle class British students ‘will lose out to foreign applicants’

The Telegraph  

Thousands of middle class British students face missing out to foreign applicants on places at the country’s top universities this summer, with Whitehall figures fearing it could spark a “revolt”. A former director at the admissions service Ucas said universities were sharply increasing the proportion of international students – who pay much higher fees – in a “desperate scramble” to …

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher amid struggle for affordable living
2 years, 2 months ago

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher amid struggle for affordable living

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Indians may have been issued the largest number of UK students visa this year but finding accommodation and surviving in cities where their colleges or universities are based has become a challenge for international students with the increase in inflation. Ria Jain, who completed her bachelor’s 7 years ago from the UK and has once again chosen the …

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher
2 years, 2 months ago

UK inflation: Study abroad journey for Indians gets tougher

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Indians may have been issued the largest number of UK students visa this year but finding accommodation and surviving in cities where their colleges or universities are based has become a challenge for international students with the increase in inflation. Ria Jain, who completed her bachelor's 7 years ago from the UK and has once again chosen the …

U.K. inflation: Studying abroad for Indian students gets tougher amid struggle for affordable living
2 years, 2 months ago

U.K. inflation: Studying abroad for Indian students gets tougher amid struggle for affordable living

The Hindu  

Indians may have been issued the largest number of U.K. students visa this year but finding accommodation and surviving in cities where their colleges or universities are based has become a challenge for international students with the increase in inflation. Ria Jain, who completed her bachelor's 7 years ago from the U.K. and has once again chosen the very same …

Low on Cash UK Universities Count on Indian, Chinese Students to Maintain Financial Stability
2 years, 3 months ago

Low on Cash UK Universities Count on Indian, Chinese Students to Maintain Financial Stability

News 18  

It has become increasingly difficult for Britain’s most prestigious universities to maintain financial stability. While on one hand, the country’s top educational institutions such as Oxford University have retained the global crown on Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 list, the prestige of a few big universities has masked a crumbling model of Britain’s higher education. According to data …

Universities will go bust if foreign students barred, government adviser warns
2 years, 4 months ago

Universities will go bust if foreign students barred, government adviser warns

The Independent  

Universities will go bankrupt if the government shuts out foreign students in a frantic bid to cut immigration, an adviser has warned – with poorer areas most at risk. The chair of the Migration Advisory Committee raised the alarm after No 10 – under pressure from Tory MPs to act on rising numbers – said it is exploring excluding overseas …

‘India First Again’: Indians Granted Largest Amount of UK Study, Work Visas, Overtaking China
2 years, 7 months ago

‘India First Again’: Indians Granted Largest Amount of UK Study, Work Visas, Overtaking China

News 18  

The British High Commission immigration statistics released on Thursday showed that 118,000 Indian students received a student visa in the year ending June 2022. More than 258,000 Indians received visitor visas in the year ending June 2022. Close to 103,000 Indians also received work visas in the year ending June 2022 – which include skilled and seasonal workers – registering …

Indians get largest share of U.K. student, skilled worker and visitor visas: official data
2 years, 7 months ago

Indians get largest share of U.K. student, skilled worker and visitor visas: official data

The Hindu  

Indian citizens received the largest share of U.K. student, skilled worker and visitor visas for the year ending June 2022, as per official data published by the British government on Thursday. India has displaced China to become the country with the highest number of Indians received 1,02,981 work visas in the year ending June 2022, an 80% increase compared to …

A-level results day: How universities are trying to attract students through Clearing
2 years, 7 months ago

A-level results day: How universities are trying to attract students through Clearing

Daily Mail  

Universities are highlighting perks from £3,000 payments to on-site Wetherspoon pubs in an attempt to attract students through Clearing this year, as school-leavers were warned to prepare for disappointing A-level grades. The University of Hull has highlighted its on-campus Wetherspoon pub, which opened in January, in its guide to Clearing Students react as they share their A-level results with their …

Four out of 10 UK students are being rejected by elite universities
2 years, 7 months ago

Four out of 10 UK students are being rejected by elite universities

Daily Mail  

Overseas students are surpassing British teenagers in gaining entry to some of the country's elite universities, leaving many clambering for places when A-level results are announced this week, it has emerged. Overseas students are surpassing British teenagers in gaining entry to some of the country's elite universities, leaving many clambering for places when A-level results are announced this week 'Selective …

Chinese students now biggest foreign market for UK universities – but there’s a reason why some experts are worried
2 years, 8 months ago

Chinese students now biggest foreign market for UK universities – but there’s a reason why some experts are worried

The Telegraph  

University applications from China have outstripped those from the European Union by a record margin this year, data published on Thursday shows. Chinese students are now by far the biggest overseas market for UK universities, with the number of applicants up almost 60 per cent in three years to a record 31,400, according to the university admissions service Ucas. However, …

British student numbers in the Netherlands plunge 24%
2 years, 11 months ago

British student numbers in the Netherlands plunge 24%

Dutch News  

The number of British students studying at a Dutch university has plunged 24% in the past year, as Brexit leads to fee hikes and other issues, according to figures published by international education agency Nuffic. In total, just 2,372, British students were enrolled at a Dutch higher education institution in the current academic year, a drop of 760 on a …

British student numbers in the Netherlands plunge 24%
2 years, 11 months ago

British student numbers in the Netherlands plunge 24%

Dutch News  

The number of British students studying at a Dutch university has plunged 24% in the past year, as Brexit leads to fee hikes and other issues, according to figures published by international education agency Nuffic. In total, just 2,372, British students were enrolled at a Dutch higher education institution in the current academic year, a drop of 760 on a …

Students are shifting their study abroad destination preferences
3 years, 3 months ago

Students are shifting their study abroad destination preferences

India Today  

As global travel restrictions had begun to ease a month ago right before the new Covid-19 variant Omicron raised its head again, Singapore was the latest country to allow resumption of air travel from India. Students with study abroad ambitions are gearing up eagerly applying to foreign universities while keeping a lookout for how the fresh precautions regarding the new …

New trend on the growing number of applications of Indian students in global universities these days
4 years, 5 months ago

New trend on the growing number of applications of Indian students in global universities these days

India Today  

A global pandemic might have resulted in economies collapsing, jobs being lost, furloughs being extended, but the Global Higher Education seems to have survived this uneventful year. New trend on the growing number of applications of Indian students in global universities these days Some of the recent trends that have been observed are: Universities going flexible In order to ensure …

Nearly three quarters of British universities fall in global rankings
4 years, 9 months ago

Nearly three quarters of British universities fall in global rankings

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Just under …

Indians emerge as fastest growing nationality for UK student visa applications
5 years, 1 month ago

Indians emerge as fastest growing nationality for UK student visa applications

India Today  

Indians have emerged as the fastest-growing nationality for student visa applications to the UK, new official statistics released here on Thursday revealed. The UK's Office for National Statistics found that over 37,500 Indian students received a Tier 4 visa in 2019, which marks a 93 percent increase from the previous year and the largest number of visas issued in the …

Over 30,000 Indian students receive UK study visa
5 years, 4 months ago

Over 30,000 Indian students receive UK study visa

India TV News  

Over 30,000 Indian students received a General Student visa to the UK for the year ending September 2019 -- up from almost 19,000 the previous year, marking a 63 per cent increase year on year, a statement said. More than 512,000 Indian nationals received visit visas -- a nine per cent increase compared to the previous year. Indian nationals also …

Indian students pursuing higher education in US sees 3 percent jump in 2018-19
5 years, 4 months ago

Indian students pursuing higher education in US sees 3 percent jump in 2018-19

India TV News  

According to a report released by the 2019 Open Doors, the number of Indian students studying in the United States has been raised by nearly three per cent in 2018-19 over the last year to 202,014. The 2019 Open Doors Report, which provides an annual statistical survey on international students in the US, shows that Indians make up over 18 …

Indian students set to benefit from UK’s 2-year post-study work visa offer
5 years, 6 months ago

Indian students set to benefit from UK’s 2-year post-study work visa offer

India TV News  

In a move that addresses a long-standing demand to boost Indian student numbers choosing British universities, the UK government on Wednesday announced a new two-year post-study work visa route for all international students. "The new Graduate Route will mean talented international students, whether in science and maths or technology and engineering, can study in the UK and then gain valuable …

Number of Indian students opting to study in UK increased by 100% in last three years
5 years, 6 months ago

Number of Indian students opting to study in UK increased by 100% in last three years

India Today  

In a move that will provide a thrust to higher education initiatives in India, a bilateral programme with the UK aims to double the number of British students in the country by March 2021. The higher education-focused bilateral programme, UK-India Education and Research Initiative, which has 235 British students in India at present, aims to raise the number to 400 …

Over 6,000 Indian students apply for admission in UK universities, 5% hike over previous year
5 years, 8 months ago

Over 6,000 Indian students apply for admission in UK universities, 5% hike over previous year

India Today  

The number of students from India applying to UK universities for higher education continues an upward trend, according to official statistics released in London on Thursday. 6,210 Indian students apply for courses at British universities: The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, the UK's centralised university application system, said that 6,210 students from India had applied to take up courses at …

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