This guidance consists of points to consider when dealing with international student hardship and examples of best practice already being undertaken within higher education institutions.
Our Fair admissions agreement demonstrates how the sector places the student interest at the heart of admissions decision-making processes, recognising the additional pressures on students during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The UK government has reached an agreement with the European Union on a future relationship which entered into force on 1 May 2021. The wide-reaching agreement has several implications for universities, their staff and students.
The sector has an opportunity to build a strong case not only for continued ODA investment in existing areas but increased, and more effective investment across higher education.
The UK and EU have agreed visa-free travel for tourist visits of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. However, there are additional actions which might be required if travelling to the EU for work or study, even for a short period of time. For instance, a visa, work permit or other documentation might be needed.
This information has been commissioned with the goal to help universities’ international offices in their work of sending students abroad, as well as researchers who have to visit these countries for their research.
The UK will participate in the Horizon Europe programme as an associated country, subject to a final agreement once the relevant EU legal texts have been finalised.