Vivienne Stern, the chief executive of Universities UK, representing over 140 universities, has expressed concern about a potential “serious overcorrection” in the sector attributed to immigration policies that are perceived to discourage international students from choosing Britain for their studies.
The policy change is designed to curb migration and applies to the majority of international students, except those pursuing postgraduate research courses or courses supported by government-funded scholarships.
Limiting the ability to bring dependents “undermines equality and inclusion.” They further highlighted that other global education destinations, such as Europe, North America, and Australasia, continue to welcome these students and their families.
The policy change is designed to curb migration and applies to the majority of international students, except those pursuing postgraduate research courses or courses supported by government-funded scholarships.
Limiting the ability to bring dependents “undermines equality and inclusion.” They further highlighted that other global education destinations, such as Europe, North America, and Australasia, continue to welcome these students and their families.
