FutureLearn confirmed is is looking for "new investment partners" to aid its growth into the degree market of online international education, though it did not say if the figure of £40m was accurate.

International schools company Sabis is opening its first school in Kenya, which is seen as an attempt to to gain a foothold in Africa.

Canadian PM Trudeau has announced an increase to its commitment to the Global Partnership for Education fund, during a speech made at the World Economic Forum in Davos and after an appeal by Malala Yousafzai.

The UK government this week released its 'Industrial Strategy', and STEM education is a key focus. Educators have expressed a mixed reaction, calling it a "good start", but asking for continued investment and support across the sector.

The Chinese government has announced plans to have 42 top universities included in top rankings by 2050, following similar moves in the 1990’s.

Global higher education giant Laureate Education has announced plans to raise $383m through selling stock to a group of six investors including Apollo Global Management and Abraaj Group ahead of a planned initial public offering.

The online learning platform has received a $60m investment from Cape Town-based Naspers to fuel its ongoing international expansion and product development.