Student experience

New report finds 71% of working international students are employed in food and accommodation jobs, a week after Seoul unveiled a “quality-focused” rethink of international student policy and post-study pathways

A new report from the UCL Policy Lab argues that UK universities must take the lead in rebuilding public trust and renewing their civic purpose if they are to thrive in the years ahead.

Nearly nine in 10 international students have reported being less willing to speak up in academic spaces or on social media about immigration, global conflict or US regulations, as experts warn of increasingly polarised classrooms.

South Africa’s public universities are facing a "profound contradiction" as demand for higher education surges beyond capacity, University of Johannesburg vice‑chancellor and principal Letlhokwa Mpedi has warned.

Germany is no longer just a low-cost study option, instead becoming one of the most strategic destinations for international students, as the country turns to global talent to offset a shrinking workforce.

UK universities must move from engaging in the theatre of employability to delivering real career outcomes, experts warn, as it emerged just 3% of international graduates in employment used their university career services.

The UK’s student visa ban saw Chevening applications suddenly terminated, impacting female Afghan students barred from education under the Taliban. Shahira Sadat shares the emotional toll and why her faith in the global community is shaken.

The Australian government has responded to a 2023 interim report on international education, addressing recommendations aimed at improving the sector’s integrity and sustainability.

Around 82% of international students in Australia who do not maintain a balanced diet regularly skip meals to cut costs, as a significant majority say accommodation, medical, grocery and public transport costs are higher than expected.

Iranian-American academics reflect on the two nations' past educational ties, while Evan Bourtis examines shifting flows of Iranian outbound students now barred from the US.

Global student demand for universities in the Gulf is falling fast, with a recent report showing a steep drop in March 2026 compared to growth seen since late 2025, as the conflict reshapes perceptions of stability and choice.

In a conversation with The PIE, a fourth-year Indian medical student from Jammu and Kashmir recounted her journey back from Iran – navigating blackouts, nearby airstrikes, border crossings and financial strain – offering a glimpse into how international students are caught in the current Middle East conflict.

Tetr College of Business has revealed it is making USD $2 million available in scholarships for exceptional students from Europe and the UK.

One of the world’s most widely known English language tests has confirmed full computer-based testing by mid-2026, with a selective handwriting option for the writing component to ease the transition for candidates.

As part of its ambition to significantly expand the international education sector, the New Zealand government is introducing new pathways to post-study work.