GovWire

The research presented throughout the following report provides insight into the experience of international Student visa applicants studying in the UK. Specifically around factors relating to decision-making; the influence of policy (such as the ability to bring dependants); the impact of the Graduate route on study intentions; and the wider economic impacts of international students and their dependents.

The research also addresses the experiences and understanding of higher education institutions (HEI), which sponsor students on this route. Primarily looking at how HEIs operate to achieve international recruitment objectives, and how changes to the Student route impact HEI international recruitment strategies.