Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:56pm on 24 May 2024,Friday India Global
In the year ending March 2024, UK Home Office data reveals a significant drop in Indian student applicants for Master’s degrees, down by 16%. With 21,717 fewer Indian nationals granted study visas, representing a 26% decrease, concerns arise for universities reliant on overseas student fees. The decline follows a visa clampdown earlier this year and impacts the Graduate Route scheme, crucial for post-study work opportunities. While Indian nationals still dominate visa grants for work-related reasons, long-term net migration sees a provisional decrease, prompting questions about future trends in Indian student enrollment.
