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May news digest: Latest sector updates
Stay informed with current sector news and latest updates, all in one place. This month, amongst other important developments, we take special note of the new European Council recommendation, 'Europe on the Move'. This proposal presents new targets for learning mobility by 2030 and outlines various aspirations and suggestions for widening participation in this key internationalisation activity.
Greater opportunities to learn and study abroad: Council adopts recommendation (European Council)
The European Council has adopted a recommendation that seeks to promote the benefits of learning, studying or training abroad, both within the EU and in non-EU countries.
Benelux-Baltic degree recognition treaty seeks more members (University World News)
Experts in higher education from the Benelux countries and the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania met in Brussels on 13 May to celebrate the entry into force of the Treaty on the Automatic Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications.
Ten graphs show how the research landscape in EU 2004 members has changed (Science Business)
It's been 20 years since the 2004 EU Enlargement, when 10 countries joined the European Union. Over these two decades, there have been significant improvements in research and innovation but not all signs are positive.
Graduate route spared as UK announces new student visa rules (Times Higher Education)
Key post-study work rights to be kept under review but reprieve puts off any changes at least until after coming general election.
Australia’s international student cap has been called ‘chaotic’ and ‘populist’ – so how would it work? (The Guardian)
The proposed cap will affect universities and VET providers, who will be required to establish more purpose-built accommodation if they want to enrol more students.
Foreign exchange: What could a stronger pound and dollar mean for international students this year? (ICEF Monitor)
In 2024, the UK pound sterling and the US dollar are very strong against most other world currencies. This strength makes studying in the UK and US more expensive for international students.
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