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July news digest: Latest sector updates
Get all the latest IHE sector news and updates in one place. This month, we note the introduction of a new language requirement in Norway, a big jump in international student visa application fees in Australia, and insights into housing issues affecting students in Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands. Horizon Europe gains a new member and more.
Learning Norwegian now mandatory for academics and PhDs (University World News)
The Norwegian parliament has endorsed a government proposal requiring competence in the Norwegian language for academics seeking permanent positions in the country’s higher education institutions.
United Nations HE forum explores AI’s role in sustainability (University World News)
Institutions involved with the United Nations’ Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI) have been forming action groups and collaborations to enhance how artificial intelligence can support the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Australia implements immediate doubling of student visa application fees (ICEF Monitor)
The Australian government will implement a significant increase in student visa fees, raising the application fee by 125%, effective 01 July 2024.
Ireland bans 51-week student leases (The Pie)
Emergency legislation to ban 51-week student leases has been signed into law in Ireland to prevent students from being forced to pay for accommodation over the summer period.
Public-private partnerships in addressing student housing shortages: Insights from Italy and the Netherlands (The Class Foundation)
Amid the ongoing student housing crisis in Europe, Italy and the Netherlands provide significant case studies highlighting the importance of public-private collaboration. Recent government initiatives in both countries exemplify how government support and private sector involvement can create sustainable solutions for student housing, offering a model for other European nations facing similar challenges.
Rise in students abroad comes at a cost for India’s economy (University World News)
The growing inclination of Indian students to pursue higher education overseas, combined with the declining enrolment of international students in Indian universities, is contributing to the US$6 billion deficit recently reported in India's current account balance.
Canada joins Horizon Europe programme (European Commission)
Canada is joining the expanding group of non-EU countries associated with the EU's Horizon Europe research and innovation programme. It will collaborate on large-scale projects addressing some of the biggest challenges.
