The economic contribution of international students and graduates in Estonia has more than doubled over the past four years, to reach €22.4m.

International students have a positive economic impact on France, where their contribution amounts to €5 billion, according to a new survey from Campus France.

Australia is closing in on overtaking the UK in at least one measure of international education after new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed the economic impact of the industry registered a sixth consecutive year of growth in 2018.

The latest round of international education figures has confirmed Australia’s industry continued its record run, surpassing previous highs for economic impact and student visas.

Half a decade since its crash, Australia has almost doubled the economic impact of international education to hit a new record high in 2017. Though some celebrate the rise, others warn of a bubble about to burst and hope for a slowdown.