ENZ champions international growth for PTEs
During the 2024 ITENZ Conference held in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) outlined new initiatives to support the global expansion of Private Training Establishments (PTEs). Sharon-May McCrostie, ENZ’s Acting General Manager of Sector Engagement, delivered a presentation detailing the organisation’s efforts to promote the visibility and success of the […]
France’s foreign enrolment grows by 4.5% in 2023–2024
According to insights from Campus France, 430,466 foreign students registered in the French higher education system in 2023–2024. This marks a 4.5% boom from the previous year and continues a gradual growth trend following last year’s 3% upturn. This period saw improved student mobility from Asia-Pacific and sub-Saharan Africa and higher enrolments in business and […]
Canada updates PGWP eligibility criteria
After announcing further changes in its international study program, Canada has finalised new eligibility criteria for its Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) program, applicable to those applying after 1 November 2024. Field of study requirement Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has listed 966 PGWP-eligible programs. These are divided into five broad categories: agriculture and […]
US opens additional 250k visa appointments for Indians
The US has expanded its visa services in India to reduce global wait times and meet the surging demand for travel and student visas. The US Embassy is adding 250,000 additional visa appointments in the country as more than 1.2 million Indians have visited the United States so far in 2024. The expansion was announced […]
Scottish universities set record international enrolment in 2022-2023
Scottish universities experienced a remarkable surge in international student enrolment during the 2022-2023 academic year, marking a significant milestone for the country’s higher education sector. According to the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), 83,975 international students chose to study in Scotland, accounting for nearly 29% of the total student population. This increase highlights the region’s […]
Surge in English-taught programs suggests Europe’s rising appeal for international students
Europe is emerging as a premier destination for international students seeking English-taught programs (ETPs). According to a new report from Studyportals and British Council IELTS, Europe is becoming a strong alternative to traditional study destinations such as the US, UK, Canada and Australia by offering a growing range of English-based degrees, both online and on-campus. […]
Canada further reduces 2025 study permit limits
In a press conference on 18 September, the Canadian government announced a further reduction in 2025 international student study permits. The announcement comes among other changes to its international student program. For next year, study permits will be capped at 437,000 – down 10% from the 2024 target of 485,000. Moreover, the intake for 2026 […]
UK increases international student financial savings requirements
In a statement published on 10 September, the UK Home Office announced an increase in the student maintenance requirements of foreigners. Under the new rules, students coming to study in London must show evidence of having £1,483 per month. Meanwhile, those planning to study outside of London must show financial savings of at least £1,136 […]
Understanding Australia’s indicative public university caps
On the third day of the ESOS Bill hearing on 6 September, the Australian government released its proposed enrolment caps for public universities. This gave a peek into indicative allocations of the 270,000 cap on new student commencements, called the National Planning Level (NPL), announced on 27 August. Caps for public universities The Australia […]
New Zealand embraces steady growth in international education
New Zealand is strengthening its reputation as a sought-after destination for international students, with leaders and educators highlighting the benefits of a balanced approach to growth.