Brexit is looming but there is still much for the HE sector to be positive about, according to a panel of industry experts. High prioritisation for research and collaboration, and UCAS application numbers to date, offer some surety about the UK's long-term appeal.
TEF rankings in the UK are driving a "noticeable increase" in international students' interest in Gold rated institutions, a report by Hotcourses Group has revealed.
New figures from the UK today will suggest that 97% of international students leave after their studies, which negates concerns about significant numbers of overstayers. Home Secretary Amber Rudd has called for a detailed study into the impact of international students.
An annual UCEA report on HE workforce shows the uncertainty of EU citizens' rights in the country is impacting workplace moods.
A new report on UK student mobility shows participation of disadvantaged demographics remains low, despite improvements.
The inaugural chief executive of England's Office for Students will be Universities UK chief executive Nicola Dandridge, a strong advocate for international students.
Guaranteeing the work and residency rights of EU nationals working in UK universities tops the list of Universities UK's priorities for Brexit negotiations.
“It’s very clear to international students that the UK has become less welcoming, to say the least,” NUS international students’ officer Mostafa Rajaai said at an event this week, calling on universities to act as a "safe haven" and step up support services.