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Surely what is needed by David Willetts is a robust representative data set of international students returning to successful #careers in their home countries. With this data Willetts & Universities UK would be in a far stronger place to advocate for international students from a position of strength & robust evidence. The policy issues arise from rising #immigration, #highered institutions must pivot away from a reliance on #poststudywork as a means of #internationalstudent recruitment focus on supporting students’ transition to successful #careers back in their home countries. Building #softpower overseas, much needed considering the present geopolitical tensions, but it also redeploying#skills globally, where most needed!” Asia Careers Group SDN BHD has a 100,000 strong data set that could be made immediately available to Universities UK International, Willetts & the Labour government to inform policy & the Department for Business and Trade inward direct investment strategy. Perhaps specifically with a view to overseas investments in student accommodation for example. “#UUK is working very energetically on a policy whitepaper with the aim of getting that out in September,” the Conservative peer announced via video link at the annual BUILA conference in Birmingham. Willetts acknowledged that that new Labour ministerial team are “focussed”, “serious minded” & are going to be “drawing heavily on evidence” before making decisions on public sector policy. Labour has already acknowledged within its party manifesto that the higher education sector is in a funding crisis, with the possibility of #universities going bust high on the risk register. “Tightening the regime on agents and ensuring that agents operate correctly, don’t make wild and unsubstantiated promises, and there is a genuine #academic minimum level of academic achievement required for getting to #British #university is a really important part of ensuring credibility in the sector,” he said. Willetts outlined “a tightening of the relationship between universities & UK Home Office #visa function”, which would create “greater confidence in tracking people leaving the country” and quell the panic about #internationalstudents overstaying their visas. In a note of caution, Willetts warned a potential deal-breaker on support for #internationalstudent numbers would be added pressure on public services. Housing shortages & price #inflation have been some of the main drivers of curbs to international student numbers in #Canada, #Australia & #TheNetherlands in recent years. “[There needs to be] acknowledgement of housing pressures and if there [is] anything that can be done, including plans for more #studentaccommodation areas,” said Willetts” Asia Careers Group SDN BHD - Investing in International Futures AGCAS British Council Department for Education Higher Education Policy Institute Jisc Office for Students UCAS UKCISA Universities Scotland Universities Wales

🚨 Update on International Students for UK. The UK government has increased the financial savings requirements for international students for the first time since 2020. Starting January 2, 2025, students coming to London must show evidence of £1,483 per month, while those studying elsewhere in the UK will need £1,136 per month. The current requirements are £1,334 for London and £1,023 for other areas. #unitedkingdom #studyinuk #studyabroad #internationaleducation #StudyInUK #UKEducation #InternationalStudentsUK #StudyAbroadUK #UKUniversities #UKStudentLife #MastersInUK #EducationInUK #UKStudyVisa #StudyInLondon #UKDegree #GlobalEducation #AbroadEducation #UKIntake2025 #StudyAbroadJourney

UK Financial Requirements Important Update for International Students As part of UK government policy, international students must demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to support themselves during their studies. Here’s what you need to know: - **Evidence of Savings**: Students must show proof of funds for each month of their course (up to nine months). - **London-Based Students**: If you plan to study in London, you’ll need to show £1,483 per month. - **Outside of London**: For studies outside London, the required monthly amount is £1,136. Carefully consider these financial requirements when choosing your study location. We’re here to help you understand and navigate the process confidently. For support, DM us or email info@ukbrighteducation.com. #StudyInTheUK #UKStudentVisa #StudentSupport #FinancialRequirements #InternationalStudents #UKStudy #StudyAbroad #StudyInLondon #UKBrightEducation #VisaGuidance #GlobalStudents #planyourfuture

UK Financial Requirements Important Update for International Students As part of UK government policy, international students must demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to support themselves during their studies. Here’s what you need to know: - **Evidence of Savings**: Students must show proof of funds for each month of their course (up to nine months). - **London-Based Students**: If you plan to study in London, you’ll need to show £1,483 per month. - **Outside of London**: For studies outside London, the required monthly amount is £1,136. Carefully consider these financial requirements when choosing your study location. We’re here to help you understand and navigate the process confidently. For support, DM us or email info@ukbrighteducation.com. #StudyInTheUK #UKStudentVisa #StudentSupport #FinancialRequirements #InternationalStudents #UKStudy #StudyAbroad #StudyInLondon #UKBrightEducation #VisaGuidance #GlobalStudents #planyourfuture

"... there was an expectation universities should 'manage their budgets', as independent institutions..." Yes. I wouldn't argue against that. Unfortunately, with the fee cap in place, more options for UK youngsters (a good thing), demographic changes, and severe difficulties in recruiting students from overseas, it is increasingly the case that budgets are being managed by cutting costs, particularly staffing costs. There are some highly qualified and experienced senior managers in higher education, managing budgets very effectively, but when costs always rise and income is stagnant at best for years on end, the crunch point will come. Over 60 universities in the UK are now cutting staff. More will follow. And unfortunately, I believe that we are not far away from seeing the first UK university to go bust. In the marketised, competitive context of UK HE, that was always a possibility, and some may see it as not necessarily a bad thing, if a "badly run" institution fails, but the effects on staff, students and the local and regional economy would be huge. I don't have all the answers, but I do know there are a lot of questions that need resolving, and quickly. There are complex problems and this will require complex solutions. #university #highereducation #fundingcrisis #tuitionfees https://lnkd.in/exeMCaEf

Led by pressure? Or thinking with the imminent election in mind? Either way The Prime Minister has backed down from any serious reform of the #graduateroute Instead, the MAC's recommendation for an agency framework will be proposed. It also looks like stricter sponsorship conditions, a review of the English language requirement and a focus on "face to face" teaching delivery will come into play. No doubt the #internationalstudent debate will remain on the cards for the next government. I also wonder if there might be any manifesto pledges around this issue? MH&A #highereducation https://lnkd.in/echf6nw9

What’s truly broken here is the disconnect between power and responsibility. If the government controls tuition fees, teaching standards, the composition of domestic students, and the number of fee-paying international students, shouldn’t it be held accountable for the outcomes? Apparently not. It's always the private sector’s fault. And the solution? For the government to grab even more power and make even more decisions. https://lnkd.in/ggQNUUHv

The Group of Eight CE Vicki Thomson told The Australian in a story about Government plans on to pursue cuts to the international student intake and net migration through a revamped Ministerial Direction, that the “confused and mismanaged policy discussion” surrounding international education had “hit the economy hard”. “Managed growth is crucial but the uncertainty of the discussion around caps, coupled with increased visa fees, means pros­pective students are voting with their feet and choosing not to come to Australia and we have seen $3bn ripped out of the economy,” she said. The Go8 says that our economy is in free fall - with seven consecutive quarters of falling GDP per capita. We are already in a technical recession and can’t afford to see billions of dollars ripped out of the economy because the government has taken a ham-fisted approach to international education. We need a genuine discussion about what our international education sector should look like, including timely and fair visa processing procedures for international students.  https://lnkd.in/gpNxBfzy Rhiannon Down Jason Clare MP Jim Chalmers #HigherEducation #internationalstudents #internationaleducation

According to a recent poll conducted by King’s College London’s Policy Institute, about 60% of UK citizens think that foreign students significantly boost the nation’s economy. More than 2,000 persons participated in the survey, which demonstrates the broad popular support for international students attending UK universities. https://lnkd.in/g7RE83UF Read more here^ #infinitenewsdesk #educationews #economy #students #inetrnational #proudlyinfinite

The #UK #Universities face a huge financial crisis due to declining international student enrollment. #HigherEducation #UKUniversities #FinancialSustainability #EducationReform #Internationalstudents Article Link: https://lnkd.in/gGkTK6_w