Tag: UK universities
Universities UK warns of worsening funding crisis due to student visa crackdown
New proposals to crack down on student visa applications in order to reduce asylum claims will make the financial crisis facing beleaguered UK universities “considerably worse”, the government has been told. Ahead of the...
UK Universities Urged to Review Assessment Methods Amid AI Usage
British universities are facing a new challenge as a recent study revealed a significant surge in students utilizing generative artificial intelligence (genAI) tools for their academic assessments. The report, based on a survey of...
Impact of Trump’s re-election on UK universities
A British Council report suggests that Donald Trump's potential return to office could have a significant impact on UK universities, with the potential for a boost in international student enrollment. The report indicates that...
Preventing ‘Deepfake’ Applicants in UK University Automated Interviews
British universities are embracing automation in their application processes, but with this advancement comes a new challenge: "deepfake" applicants. Enroly, a software platform utilized by several universities, recently uncovered a startling trend of candidates...
Over 75% of UK Universities Commit to Fossil Fuel Pledge, Activists Report
Over 75% of UK Universities Commit to Fossil Fuel Pledge, Activists ReportMore than three-quarters of UK universities have pledged to exclude fossil fuel companies from their investment portfolios, according to campaigners. This significant move...
Reignite the Flow of EU Students to UK Universities Post-Brexit
British universities are eager for the government to find a way to bring back EU students to the UK after Brexit. They are considering options like reintroducing the Erasmus student exchange program. However, they...
Decline in International Applicants to UK Universities: What’s Causing It?
The financial challenges faced by universities are growing as recent immigration data shows a significant decrease in the number of international students applying to study in the UK. According to the Home Office's latest...