Market intelligence for international student recruitment from ICEF

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UK: Study visa applications and issuances on the rise in 2025

For the first time since October 2023, the number of applications for visas for study in the UK has increased. In January 2025, according to...

Student mobility in MENA boosted by foreign partnerships and branch campuses

As Western countries tighten their rules around international student recruitment, Middle Eastern nations are increasing infrastructure and investment to attract more foreign students than ever....

International student recruitment in Mexico: Demand for language study still leading the way

Fast Facts Population: 130.7 million Youth population: 25% of Mexicans are aged 15-29, but the population is ageing Youth unemployment rate: 6.1% (2023 estimate) GDP:...

Australia: Impact of more restrictive visa settings reflected in latest student sentiment survey

An annual survey of international students in Australia finds that while overall student sentiments remain positive, concerns around cost of living and visa rule changes...

The Netherlands: Debate around student recruitment and retention continues amid foreign enrolment decline

In keeping with the political landscape in many other Western countries, hot debates about immigration and international students have characterised politics in the Netherlands over...

Rwanda: A prime example of “smart internationalisation”

Last week, we looked at mobility patterns in East Africa noted the growing emphasis on arrangements and frameworks that are beneficial for both sending and...

International tourism grew strongly in 2024, and experts are optimistic about 2025

The volume of international tourism recovered almost completely in 2024 from the massive downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the latest World Tourism...

Survey highlights the disruptive effects of visa delays on international students

New survey findings from global international education services firm INTO show that many students are experiencing visa processing delays so significant that study abroad plans...

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