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China’s outbound student drop signals “maturing” market

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The PIE News 2d ago policy
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Recent data from the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) showed China’s outbound mobility rate fall to its lowest point in a decade last year, as experts say rising costs, visa disruptions and increasing domestic options will bring…
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China’s outbound student drop signals “maturing” market

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The PIE News 2d ago policy
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Recent data from the Chinese Ministry of Education (MOE) showed China’s outbound mobility rate fall to its lowest point in a decade last year, as experts say rising costs, visa disruptions and increasing domestic options will bring…
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The changing landscape of UK higher education – how fortune can favour the brave!

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The PIE News 2d ago higher-ed
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Higher education in the UK appears on the precipice of change. One could, if one were optimistic, describe this as a perfect storm. Better that, than an imperfect one. Because, with all the challenges posed by fewer student numbers…
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The changing landscape of UK higher education – how fortune can favour the brave!

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The PIE News 2d ago higher-ed
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Higher education in the UK appears on the precipice of change. One could, if one were optimistic, describe this as a perfect storm. Better that, than an imperfect one. Because, with all the challenges posed by fewer student numbers…
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India’s TNE push is exposing a workforce challenge universities are not addressing

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The PIE News 3d ago higher-ed
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India’s renewed push for transnational education is reshaping global higher education strategy. With regulatory reforms under the National Education Policy 2020 and openness to foreign university partnerships, India has become one of the…
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India’s TNE push is exposing a workforce challenge universities are not addressing

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The PIE News 3d ago higher-ed
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India’s renewed push for transnational education is reshaping global higher education strategy. With regulatory reforms under the National Education Policy 2020 and openness to foreign university partnerships, India has become one of the…
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Malvern St James under threat of closure as financial pressures mount

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The PIE News 3d ago policy
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Malvern St James (MSJ), located in Worcestershire, revealed today that its management board is proposing a “planned and orderly closure” by the end of the academic year. It said the decision had been prompted by “a significant and…
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Malvern St James under threat of closure as financial pressures mount

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The PIE News 3d ago policy
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Malvern St James (MSJ), located in Worcestershire, revealed today that its management board is proposing a “planned and orderly closure” by the end of the academic year. It said the decision had been prompted by “a significant and…
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Study abroad think tank launches in Japan

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The PIE News 4d ago higher-ed
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Highlighting a “critical challenge” in global mobility, the Japan Association of Overseas Studies (JAOS) has launched JSARI – the nation’s first dedicated study abroad think tank – amid slowing outbound growth and limited policy research.…
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Study abroad think tank launches in Japan

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The PIE News 4d ago higher-ed
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Highlighting a “critical challenge” in global mobility, the Japan Association of Overseas Studies (JAOS) has launched JSARI – the nation’s first dedicated study abroad think tank – amid slowing outbound growth and limited policy research.…
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Spotlight on… second edition of the Malta Tourism Awards

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The PIE News 4d ago higher-ed
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You hold two very significant roles: deputy CEO of Visit Malta and managing director of the Malta Tourism Observatory. For our international education audience, could you briefly explain the distinction between these two organisations?…
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Ulster University cuts 450 jobs as international revenue falls

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The PIE News 4d ago higher-ed
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The announcement was made by vice-chancellor Professor Paul Bartholomew to staff in a meeting on April 2026 15. A 90-day consultation period with trade unions has since begun. Despite recording a total income of £304 million in 2025, it…
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Come fly with me: what happened when 125 CEOs, VCs and the UK PM flew to India

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The PIE News 5d ago higher-ed
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In October 2025, 125 of the UK’s most prominent CEOs, leading entrepreneurs and university vice-chancellors joined UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on a trade mission to India. At The PIE Live Europe 2026, some of those travellers lifted the…
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UK universities warned of rising competition in Asia

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The PIE News 5d ago higher-ed
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As UK universities prepare for the Home Office’s tightening of compliance measures, experts have said not to ignore demand-side factors, with new data revealing falling search interest in the UK among South Asian students on Keystone…
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Over-50s drive language travel growth as learning becomes a lifestyle choice

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The PIE News 6d ago higher-ed
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At EF Education First , enrolments in 50+ language travel programs have increased by 50% over the past two years. At its school in Rome, that growth is visible on the ground. On the first Monday of every month, a new cohort of learners…
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Indian students urged to check UK voting eligibility ahead of tonight’s deadline

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The PIE News 6d ago policy
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“Many Indian students in the UK are surprised to learn that they may already be eligible to vote,” said Sanam Arora, founder and chair of NISAU. “This campaign is about ensuring that people are aware of their rights and have the…
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Revealed: Kaplan Languages Group to be bought by Inspirit Capital

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The PIE News 6d ago higher-ed
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Inspirit Capital is acquiring Kaplan Languages Group for an undisclosed amount In an exclusive interview, CEO reveals primary focus for Kaplan on HE and online divisions New brand identity expected, while continuing fundamental mission of…
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The waiting game: African students and the illusion of access to the US

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The PIE News 6d ago policy
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In mid-December, everything changed. Within weeks, African students who had done everything ‘right’ – exceptional academics, compelling stories, competitive test scores – found themselves locked out of opportunities they had worked years…
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United Kingdom

ECA partners with Birkbeck on India campus push

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The PIE News 9d ago higher-ed
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ECA, which is shifting towards global campus delivery models as it enters its third decade in international education, will support Birkbeck’s India campus operations as the institute looks to “provide students direct exposure to…
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United Kingdom

UK international enrolments down 30% year on year

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The PIE News 9d ago General
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According to a new survey by the British Universities International Liaison Association ( BUILA ), enrolments across UK universities were down by an average of 31% compared with January 2025, with the steepest declines reported across…
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London’s ‘evening university’ to open first-ever IBC in India

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The PIE News 10d ago higher-ed
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Birkbeck, a member institution of the University of London, has received a Letter of Intent (LoI) from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to open its first overseas campus at Sattva Tech Park, a major technology hub in Bengaluru. The…
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British Council set to become National Agency for Erasmus+

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The PIE News 11d ago General
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Following December’s announcement of the UK rejoining Erasmus+ in 2027, today EU and UK policymakers legally formalised the deal under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Alongside welcoming the UK back into the scheme six years…
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British Council set to become National Agency for Erasmus+

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The PIE News 11d ago policy
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Following December’s announcement of the UK rejoining Erasmus+ in 2027, today EU and UK policymakers legally formalised the deal under the EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement. Alongside welcoming the UK back into the scheme six years…
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