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France to attract 30,000 students from India by 2030
France has set an ambitious target of attracting 30,000 Indian students by 2030, as it looks to strengthen its position in the global international education market. Around 9,100 Indian students enrolled in French higher education during 2024–25, with the total estimated at about 12,000 when exchange and short-term students are included. France is promoting affordable higher education, more English-taught programmes and opportunities in areas such as technology, artificial intelligence, engineering and creative industries to increase its appeal among Indian students.…
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New projects announced to strengthen innovation through collaboration between education and enterprises
The latest Erasmus+ Alliances for Innovation projects aim to strengthen cooperation between higher education institutions, vocational education providers, businesses and other organisations across Europe. The European Commission has selected 18 projects under the Alliances for Education and Enterprises initiative, backed by €25 million in Erasmus+ funding. The projects will develop new teaching and learning approaches, modernise curricula, promote challenge-based learning and help students build skills needed for Europe's green and digital transitions. A further six projects have been selected under…
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Australia weighs major new restrictions on international students, The Australian reports
Australia is reportedly considering a major overhaul of its international student and migration rules, with proposed measures that could affect how international students enter, study and remain in the country. According to reports, the proposed changes could restrict students from lodging certain visa applications from within Australia, introduce tighter conditions for bringing partners and dependants, and place greater restrictions on students changing courses. The government is also reportedly considering measures to prevent students from moving from higher education into vocational…
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Number of Indian students in Germany rises to record 70k high
Germany continues to strengthen its position as a leading destination for international students, with the number of Indian students reaching a record 69,816 in the 2025/26 winter semester, an increase of 17.5% in one year. Indian students are now the largest international student group in Germany, with the country attracting students through comparatively affordable higher education, research opportunities, links with industry and potential graduate career pathways. International students overall account for around 18% of Germany's university population. The growing interest…
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Five signals shaping European international education ahead of EAIE Glasgow 2026
European higher education is entering a period of change as universities respond to shifting student mobility patterns, growing competition for international talent, rising costs and changing immigration policies. A recent overview ahead of EAIE Glasgow 2026 highlights several key trends, including stronger competition for global talent, deeper international partnerships and a growing focus on employability and long-term outcomes for international students. Affordability is also becoming an increasingly important consideration for students, with rising tuition fees, proof-of-funds requirements, housing shortages and…
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