STUDY IN EUROPE

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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New EU-funded projects towardsmaking the European Degree areality
Europe is taking another step towards making joint European degrees a reality. Two new EU-funded projects involving several universities are set to develop and test innovative approaches to joint study programmes, building on the emerging European Degree framework. The initiatives aim to make it easier for universities across different European countries to work together on more integrated and internationally recognised learning opportunities. For students, these developments could support a future where studying across European countries becomes more flexible and connected.…
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CBSA checks end international student PGWP protest in Canada
International graduates in Calgary have ended a 22-day protest over refusals of post-graduation work permits (PGWPs), with Canadian Border Services Agency officials becoming involved in the final stages. The protest centred on graduates who said they had been led to believe that the non-credit courses they completed would qualify them for post-study work permits. Canadian authorities subsequently flagged 12 people who attended the protest as potentially inadmissible to the country. The development highlights the importance of international students understanding post-study…
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