STUDY IN EUROPE

Vote for your favourite DigiEduHack solution in digital education
The European Union is inviting people to vote for their favourite digital education solutions created through the DigiEduHack 2025 hackathon series. After a series of collaborative events held across many countries, 12 finalist projects have been selected, and students, educators, and other learners are encouraged to vote by 18 February 2026 to choose four global winners. These solutions were designed to address real education challenges and include areas such as the use of digital tools in learning, integration of artificial…
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Policy shifts mark “turning point” for Dutch Higher Education
The new coalition government in the Netherlands has announced important policy changes that mark a turning point for Dutch higher education in 2026. After years of uncertainty around funding and restrictions on international programmes, the government has stopped plans to cut English-taught degree courses and reversed earlier reductions in research and education funding. This decision brings relief to universities and students, as it ensures that a wide range of international programmes will continue and helps maintain the global appeal of…
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“Unavoidable” Home Office delays disrupt January intake
The UK Home Office has acknowledged that mandatory security and eligibility checks have caused delays in processing student visas, meaning many international students waiting to start courses in the January 2026 intake were unable to travel in time. Even though some universities issued the required Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) letters as early as late 2025, a number of applicants — particularly from South Asian and African countries — were still waiting for visa decisions as late as February.…
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Ireland to offer €10,000 scholarships for international students from January 29
Ireland has launched its 2026 Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship programme to attract outstanding international students to study at Irish universities. From January 29 to March 12, 2026, eligible candidates from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and the UK can apply for one of 60 fully funded scholarships. Each award includes a €10,000 living stipend and a full tuition fee waiver for one year of full-time postgraduate study, such as a master’s degree, postgraduate diploma or PhD.This scholarship is designed…
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EES and ETIAS : what will actually change for travellers at European Union Borders
Europe is updating how it manages border checks for people from outside the European Union. Since late 2025, a new system called the Entry/Exit System (EES) is being introduced at the borders of Schengen countries. Instead of old-fashioned passport stamps, EES uses digital records and biometric checks (like facial images and fingerprints) to track when non-EU travellers enter and leave for short stays of up to 90 days. This helps border authorities know how long people stay and makes travel…
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