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International higher education in facts and figures 2015

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19 November 2015
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The International Higher Education in Facts and Figures examines the latest trends and data on international higher education.

 

Key highlights include:

  • The UK is the second most popular destination in the world for international students.
  • In 2014 'Quality of education' was the top reason why international students chose to come and study in the UK.  
  • UK TNE student numbers have grown by 65% since 2008; the vast majority are studying for their first degree.
  • The UK's top collaborative partner country is the US and 13 out of the UK's top 20 collaboration partners are EU member states.
  • International students help generate nearly £11 billion for the UK economy.

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