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17 May 2023 UUKi publications

17 May 2023 UUKi publications

The costs and benefits of international higher education students to the UK economy

This study, an update of this 2021 study, published jointly by Universities UK International (UUKi), the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) and Kaplan International Pathways in collaboration with London Economics, reveals the growing importance of international students to local economies throughout the UK.
16 May 2023 Media releases

16 May 2023 Media releases

International students boost UK economy by £41.9 billion

New data reveals that the intake of international students in the 2021/22 academic year contributed a huge £41.9 billion to the UK economy.
29 March 2023 Media releases

29 March 2023 Media releases

Twinning scheme one year on: How the invasion brought universities in the UK and Ukraine closer together

From supporting the efforts to preserve vital rail networks, to offering financial assistance to build bomb shelters so Ukrainian institutions can continue to conduct classes; UK universities have played a pivotal role in helping to support Ukraine over the past year.
9 March 2023 Media releases

9 March 2023 Media releases

New polling reveals public perception of international students

New polling, commissioned from Public First by Universities UK, has revealed that the UK public doesn’t see reducing legal migration as a priority compared to other pressing issues, and are not in favour of cutting the number of international students.
2 March 2023 UUKi news

2 March 2023 UUKi news

Joint Statement on the association of the United Kingdom and Switzerland to Horizon Europe

With this Joint Statement, we – the undersigned European university umbrella organisations – want to express our concerns on the lack of progress and clarity regarding the association of the United Kingdom and Switzerland to the Horizon Europe research framework programme. Two years have passed since the start of the programme without any progress and the delay is causing damage to existing research partnerships between EU, UK, and Swiss knowledge institutions
1 March 2023 UUKi news

1 March 2023 UUKi news

Joint R&D sector statement on association to EU programmes

Following the agreement in principle reached by the UK and EU regarding the Windsor Framework, representatives of the UK, Irish and wider European research, innovation and business communities have signed a joint statement urging rapid progress on UK association to EU programmes, including Horizon Europe, Copernicus and Euratom:
24 February 2023 Podcasts

24 February 2023 Podcasts

Podcast: How can our universities support Ukraine?

In the face of such a terrifying war and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, what can UK universities do to support Ukrainian institutions? And what does it mean for the future role of UK universities internationally?
22 February 2023 UUKi blog

22 February 2023 UUKi blog

UK international admissions: how the sector is responding to today’s fast-changing environment

Simon Emmett, CEO of IDP Connect, will be delivering a keynote at #IHEF2023 on their latest data on international student recruitment. Join us at next week's event to tune in, and read on for a flavour of their insights.
25 January 2023 UUKi news

25 January 2023 UUKi news

UUKi responds to media speculation regarding international students

UUKi Director Jamie Arrowsmith responds to speculation in the media around international students.
20 January 2023 UUKi news

20 January 2023 UUKi news

Invitation to tender - ‘Responding to international humanitarian crises: lessons from the UK higher education sector response to the invasion of Ukraine’

Universities UK (UUK) is inviting tenders for a research project with the title 'Responding to international humanitarian crises: lessons from the UK higher education sector response to the invasion of Ukraine.' This page summarises some of the information from the invitation to tender (ITT). We're no longer accepting tender submissions.
20 December 2022 UUKi news

20 December 2022 UUKi news

UUK responds to Horizon Europe guarantee extension

Our response to the UK Government announcement that the Horizon Europe funding guarantee has been extended.
13 December 2022 UUKi news

13 December 2022 UUKi news

UUKi responds to announcement of new International Science Partnerships Fund

On Tuesday 13 December 2022, Science and Technology Minister George Freeman announced phase one of a new global research fund, International Science Partnerships Fund (ISPF), at an event in Tokyo, Japan. This initial phase of the fund will be opened with £119m worth of funding to allow UK scientists and innovators to collaborate with peers around the world on some of the most pressing issues facing our planet. Jamie Arrowsmith, Director, Universities UK International, said:
1 December 2022 UUKi publications

1 December 2022 UUKi publications

The UK-Japan relationship: collaboration in higher education, research and innovation

This report assesses the current levels of research collaboration between the UK and Japan and suggests future opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.
28 November 2022 International research collaboration

28 November 2022 International research collaboration

UK-Ukraine R&I twinning grants scheme

Universities UK International’s (UUKi) UK-Ukraine R&I twinning grants scheme provides funding until 31 August 2023 for eligible higher education institutions participating in the UK-Ukraine Twinning Initiative, coordinated by the Cormack Consultancy Group (CCG), to develop bespoke programmes of work that address the reciprocal research and innovation needs of both Ukrainian and UK institutions and researchers.
25 November 2022 Media releases

25 November 2022 Media releases

Our statement on speculation that the UK Government may look to reduce international student numbers

Commenting on speculation that the UK Government may look to cut international student numbers, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK, said:
22 November 2022 UUKi news

22 November 2022 UUKi news

Universities UK reiterates desire to see association to Horizon Europe ratified

Our response to the government's announcement of immediate investment for the UK research and development and fusion sectors.
17 November 2022 UUKi publications

17 November 2022 UUKi publications

The scale of UK higher education transnational education 2020–21

This report, now in its sixth edition, provides a snapshot analysis of where, at what level, and through what type of provision TNE students studied during the 2020−21 academic year.
16 November 2022 UUKi news

16 November 2022 UUKi news

Another record-breaking year for UK transnational education as number of UK TNE providers continues to grow

A new report from Universities UK International and the British Council finds that 162 UK higher education providers have reported students studying through transnational education (TNE) in the 2020-21 academic year, which is the highest figure to date.
8 November 2022 UUKi insights

8 November 2022 UUKi insights

Case studies: how universities are managing risk in internationalisation

These case studies have been gathered from our members, UK higher education institutions, as part of our ongoing work to strengthen the vigilance of the sector when working with international partners.
3 November 2022 UUKi news

3 November 2022 UUKi news

UK must not deprioritise European student recruitment amid Brexit challenges, UUKi and Studyportals warn

A major new analysis piece from UUKi and Studyportals urges the UK Government and universities to prioritise European student recruitment and makes recommendations for stabilising and regrowing student numbers in opportunity markets.