University Updates

Academics welcome new rules for foreign researchers, PhDs
Sweden has approved new immigration and residence rules that are expected to make the country more attractive for international researchers and doctoral students. Under the updated regulations, foreign PhD students and researchers will have improved opportunities to obtain residence permits,…
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Germany risks weakening academic ties with global south
Germany is facing growing concerns that stricter migration policies and changing political priorities could weaken its long-standing academic partnerships with countries across the Global South. Universities and international education experts have warned that reducing opportunities for international collaboration, scholarships and…
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UK study visa issuance falls 32%
The United Kingdom has reported a significant fall in international student visa applications in early 2026, with new data showing that study visa issuance has dropped by around 32% compared to the previous year. Reports indicate that stricter immigration policies,…
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Ebola: Several countries tighten health screening at borders
Several countries have started strengthening health screening procedures at airports and borders following the World Health Organization’s declaration of an international public health emergency linked to the Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Nations including…
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UNESCO launches report on higher education trends
UNESCO has launched its first-ever Higher Education Global Trends Report, providing a detailed overview of how higher education is evolving worldwide. The report shows that global student enrolment has increased significantly over the past decade, with more than 213 million…
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