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Market intelligence for international student recruitment from ICEF

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Both Russia and Japan moving to intensify international student recruitment in Africa

In tandem with shifting geo-political spheres of power, Africa is becoming a priority student recruitment region for Russia. Japan, too, is focusing more intently on...

Global report finds that demand for student housing is still far greater than supply

A new annual report from industry research specialists BONARD shows that the purpose-built student accommodation market (PBSA) in major study destinations had a high-performing year...

ICEF Podcast: Shifting horizons: Global trends in international secondary education

Listen in as ICEF’s Craig Riggs and Martijn van de Veen recap some recent industry developments, including the new patterns of student mobility in the...

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...

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