STUDY IN EUROPE

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, higher visa and healthcare surcharge costs, and tighter compliance checks for universities are among the main reasons behind the decline. Changes introduced in recent years, including restrictions on dependants for most international students, have also contributed to lower application numbers…
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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 India, Thailand, South Korea, and the United States have introduced enhanced monitoring systems, health declaration requirements, thermal screenings, and targeted travel restrictions for passengers arriving from affected regions. For students planning to study abroad, this update highlights the growing importance…
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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 students currently pursuing bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes globally. Women now outnumber men in higher education participation in many regions, while international student mobility has grown to 7.3 million students worldwide. The report also highlights the rapid rise of digital…
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India’s smaller cities fuel Germany’s popularity as students rethink study abroad
Germany is seeing a growing rise in popularity among Indian students, particularly from smaller cities and emerging educational hubs across the country. Students are increasingly choosing Germany because of its affordable tuition structure, strong engineering and technology programmes, high-quality public universities and growing career opportunities after graduation. Education experts also report that students and families are now becoming more research-oriented and cost-conscious, carefully comparing destinations based on return on investment, post-study work opportunities and long-term career prospects.e For students planning…
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European Experts Stress Critical Thinking as Generative AI Expands in Education
Education experts across Europe are highlighting the growing importance of media literacy, critical thinking and responsible AI usage as generative artificial intelligence tools become more common in schools and universities. In a recent discussion supported by the European Commission’s SELFIE initiative, experts explained that while AI tools can improve learning, research and productivity, students must also develop the ability to evaluate information critically, identify misinformation and understand the ethical risks connected to AI-generated content. Educators are increasingly being encouraged to…
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