University Updates

Carney calls for Canada to join Erasmus in push for closer EU ties
Canada is exploring closer cooperation with Europe in higher education and research, with Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for the country to join the EU's Erasmus+ mobility programme. Canada currently has limited participation as a non-associated third country, while full…
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Finland plans tighter residence permit rules for international students
Finland has proposed tighter residence permit rules for international students as part of measures aimed at ensuring they have sufficient financial resources and the language skills needed to complete their studies. Under the proposed changes, international students would need to…
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New STEAM Executive Panel starts its work
The European Commission has launched a new STEAM Executive Panel bringing together experts from education, business and other sectors to examine how education can better respond to changing workforce needs. The panel will focus on strengthening links between education and…
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Study explores how to make learning mobility in Europe more balanced and inclusive
A new European Commission study is examining how student mobility across Europe can become more balanced, inclusive and sustainable. It looks at different forms of international mobility, including full-degree study, exchange opportunities and traineeships, while considering how students from different…
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“We can’t just wait it out”: experts tout partnerships as antidote to compliance squeeze
International education is undergoing major changes as countries including the UK, US, Canada and Australia introduce tighter immigration and compliance measures. Education leaders are increasingly looking at international partnerships, new learning pathways and alternative forms of collaboration rather than waiting…
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