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UK visa changes: The percentage of CAS issuance for Indian candidates decreased by 32.55 per cent.

Decline in UK's immigration also because of drop in student dependent visas

December 14, 2024 10:02 am

As a result of changes in visa policies, the number of international students registered a drop in the following months.

Interest in master’s and doctoral programs surged between the Spring and Fall surveys, while shorter programmes, such as postgraduate diplomas, saw decreased interest

US sees spike in students expressing 'extreme interest': ApplyBoard report

November 18, 2024 8:47 am

The survey also shows that interest in all levels of study fell except for master’s degrees, PhDs or other doctoral degrees, and secondary school (high school). In 2024, the appeal of postgraduate studies continues to grow, with almost 90 per cent of survey respondents including at least one postgraduate programme in their study plans.

Indian student groups in the UK said the fall was to be expected amid limited job prospects and also safety concerns following recent anti-immigration riots in some cities.

Indian students being put off applying to UK universities, report finds

November 17, 2024 9:36 am

The number of international students from certain countries that send significant numbers to study in the UK has decreased significantly

UK Universities' fee increases by £285 after 8 years

UK govt increases fees of universities by £285

November 06, 2024 1:06 pm

Along with this, Phillipson also told MPs in Parliament on Monday that maintenance loans would also go up to help students manage the cost of living.

The University currently holds the 11th position in the UK for Mental Health Nursing and 28th in UK for general nursing

University of Essex launches Integrated Masters in Nursing

October 16, 2024 8:40 am

Graduates of this programme will be eligible for dual registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as both Adult and Mental Health Nurses.

UK urges immigrants to transition to eVisa as part to digitise border, & immigration system

UK urges immigrants to transition to eVisa; how it will impact Indian students

September 21, 2024 10:35 am

The Home Office plans to replace physical documents with a fully digital immigration system by the end of 2024.

UK fellowships: The maximum funding available is £40,000.

British Academy invites applications for Visiting Fellowships 2025

August 31, 2024 9:59 am

During the application process, the applicants will be asked to provide their preferred start date for their fellowship over the spring and summer (March-August 2025).

Studying abroad changes a person for the better, says Essex student.

Life in a Foreign University | 'Practical components of MBA programme attracted me to Essex University,' says student

August 22, 2024 9:26 am

'I believe that studying abroad is much more than just studying and finding a job. It is an experience and a journey that one should try to live. I have been lucky to have lived it as it is safe to say, that it has made me a better person,' says Vatsal Chandra.

Indian students who wish to head to the UK in the near future for a higher degree are now hoping that the new leadership will take decisions that are in favour of international students, and not the other way around.

Expansion of the Graduate Route Visa, streamlined visa process & more: Experts hope for immigrant-friendly policies from new UK Labour govt

July 18, 2024 1:57 pm

Experts are also hoping that the Starmer-led government will introduce more scholarships and fellowships to help international students, rather than imposing restrictions

The study experience in the UK and at UAE is extremely different from studying in India, in many ways.

Life in a Foreign University | Studying abroad changed my outlook, says a student of University of East Anglia

June 20, 2024 8:08 pm

'The study structure in the UK is very well organised. They do take care of the smallest of details such as starting the knowledge sharing from scratch and steadily getting deep into it, so that everyone fully understands the concepts.'

Amid India’s push to extradite Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi, British officials visit Tihar jail to inspect conditions

British officials inspect Tihar jail as India pushes to extradite Mallya, Nirav Modi

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A team from the British CPS visited Tihar jail to inspect inmate conditions and security, amidst India's efforts to extradite fugitives Vijay Mallya, Nirav Modi, and Sanjay Bhandari from the UK. They discussed setting up a specialized enclosure for high-profile prisoners and addressed concerns about violence within the jail. As of 2024, India has made 178 extradition requests to various countries.

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