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International activity is a cornerstone of the UK higher education sector. Our work helps UK universities build secure, sustainable relationships with international institutes, researchers, students and partners.

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14 March 2023 UUKi blog

The importance of human connections as new technologies evolve

IHEF returned to our screens on 28 Feb and 1 March – filled with sharp insights into the future of international higher education. Our IHEF 2023 partner AECC Global shared powerful keynote on their exclusive insights and data. Here, they delve into the importance of human connections in our increasingly digital world.

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27 January 2025 UUKi blog

The global opportunities framework: making room for all at the table

This blog explores how higher education institutions can craft inclusive and impactful global learning opportunities.

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25 November 2024 UUKi blog

25 November 2024 UUKi blog

The future of international student recruitment in a post-election landscape

UUKi colleagues discuss responsible international student recruitment strategies in the post-general election landscape.
29 February 2024 UUKi insights

29 February 2024 UUKi insights

The economic impact of the expansion of post study work rights and the Graduate route

Analysis of the economic impact of the International Education Strategy’s expansion of post study work rights and the Graduate route
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.
9 September 2021 UUKi publications

9 September 2021 UUKi publications

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

This study, published by Universities UK International (UUKi) and the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI), with research from London Economics, is about the costs and benefits of international students to the UK economy.
1 September 2025 UUKi blog

1 September 2025 UUKi blog

The case for stronger international graduate outcomes data

Suraj Modhvadiya (Policy Adviser, UUKi) discusses the importance of the Graduate Outcomes survey, and why greater international graduate participation is essential for shaping future policy.
28 September 2023 UUKi blog

28 September 2023 UUKi blog

Sustaining excellence: choosing quality in international student recruitment practices

Aatreyee Guha Thakurta is Head Higher Education - Mobility India (British Council). Here, Aatreyee reflects on the importance of maintaining and expanding quality in international student recruitment practices, in the face of growing interconnectedness and international student numbers.
24 April 2026 Students

24 April 2026 Students

Supporting university applicants impacted by conflict in the Middle East

Due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, upcoming exams for GCSEs, A levels, and the IB diploma are facing disruption across countries in the region.
15 January 2018 UUKi news

15 January 2018 UUKi news

Supporting the success of forced migrants in higher education

Access, participation and success in higher education are rarely considered as priorities when contemplating ways to support forced migrants that is refugees, asylum seekers and others in need of international protection. Yet, education, including higher education, is critical to supporting forced migrants establish themselves in a new country.
10 March 2020 UUKi blog

10 March 2020 UUKi blog

Supporting LGBT students studying overseas

Ensuring that universities deliver better outcomes for LGBT students

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