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UK immigration system is “not meeting Scotland’s needs” says minister
Scotland’s first minister has proposed a new visa, providing a “tailored approach” to address the country’s depopulation and skills gaps.
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Novel coronavirus disrupting international study across the globe
The novel coronavirus outbreak in China is disrupting international education, with some Chinese already overseas being told they should not return home for forthcoming holidays, while those in China may need medical certificates to return to various schools or campuses.
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New Zealand universities report continued uptick in int’l enrolments
New Zealand’s universities reported 9.8% growth in the number of international student enrolments in 2018 over 2017. The PIE reports on new analysis into the statistics and finds out why NZ is increasingly popular with Indians.
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Canada: int’l grad & Canadian counterpart pay gap narrows over time
International students who remain in Canada earn between 17% and 38% less than Canadian graduates one year after graduation, a report has found. However, the salary gaps narrow over time.
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Sixteen new British independent schools to open in China in 2020
Despite only four British independent schools opening in China in 2019, the next few years will be “extremely positive for UK schools and investors” in the country, with 16 planned for 2020.
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Course search platform launches with Trees for Degrees project
Global university search platform Studee has launched, with the aim of becoming the world’s number one choice for students while also addressing the sector’s environmental impact.
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UK: MAC report a “step in the right direction”
Universities UK has welcomed the MAC recommendations on a points-based system and salary thresholds for immigration as a "step in the right direction".
TEN welcomes two new members for 2020
The English Network kicked off the new year with the announcement that two more independent language schools are joining their group.
HousingAnywhere acquires Studenten-WG
Accommodation platform HousingAnywhere has acquired German classifieds website Studenten-WG, as it cements its foothold in the German market.
Minister backs UK edtech sector – Bett 2020
The UK edtech sector can play a "fundamental role" in the country's educational exports, the UK universities minister Chris Skidmore has said.
Aus: U of Adelaide moves into Melbourne
The University of Adelaide has announced it will expand into into Victoria, opening a dedicated "international" campus in Melbourne this year.
UK: uncapped fast-track visa for int’l scientists
The UK government has announced a new, fast-track visa scheme to attract the world’s top scientists, researchers and mathematicians into the country.
China’s Greater Bay Area failing to draw HK students
Most Hong Kong youth have no interest in working or studying in other parts of the Greater Bay Area despite efforts to promote educational cooperation.
UWC: “prepare students for global risks”
UWC has called on the public and private sector to partner in education to increase leadership, encouragement and support for young students, and to prepare them for global risks.
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Come Together: Australia’s regional study consortia
Australia has a deep and long history of collegial support for international education. Boasting consortia at both a state and city level, the country has set out to prove “a rising tide lifts all boats”. Anton Crace looks at how Australia has fostered collaboration over competition.
Travel bans, adventure, isolation: study abroad in North Korea
Despite its reputation for being closed off and current sanctions, North Korea is increasingly opening up to international educational opportunities. Callan Quinn reports.
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