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September news digest: Latest sector updates
Stay updated with all the latest news and updates in the IHE sector, all in one place. This month’s highlights include the role of housing in ensuring student well-being, the ebb and flow of English-taught degree programmes across Europe and a vision for the future of European competitiveness through heavy investment in research, innovation, and education.
Draghi report is a wake-up call for EU leaders (University World News)
In his report on The Future of European Competitiveness, Mario Draghi emphasises that research, innovation and education should be central to EU policymaking, calling for the EU to double its Horizon Europe budget from €95.5 billion to €200 billion over the next seven years.
European study destinations now offering thousands of English-taught degree programmes (ICEF Monitor)
A new report from the British Council and Studyportals reveals that English-taught programmes (ETPs) are increasingly prevalent in Europe, positioning the region as a strong alternative to the Big Four study abroad destinations, with Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands leading in their provision.
Student Living Monitor Survey 2024 revealed (PBSA news)
he Class Foundation’s 2024 Student Living Monitor reveals critical insights into the impact of housing on student wellbeing across Europe, finding that students who secure their first-choice accommodation experience better living conditions and overall mental health compared to those who do not.
UN Summit of the Future ‘must recognise’ key role of education (University World News)
Education stakeholders have criticized the lack of emphasis on education in the agenda for the UN Summit of the Future in New York, where world leaders are expected to establish a new consensus on achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Canada announces updates for foreign enrolment cap and post-study work rules (ICEF Monitor)
Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced new measures for international students, including an extension of the foreign enrolment cap through 2025 and 2026, set to be 10% less than the 2024 level.
