UK Extends Stay for International Students

Data supports this positive outlook. The UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service UCAS received 3,690 applications from UAE students by January 31 for undergraduate courses starting in September 2024. This increase in applications reflects growing interest and confidence in the UK’s educational offerings. Hobart also noted the Labour government’s reaffirmed commitment to the graduate visa route. “International students are warmly welcomed and have the option to stay and work for two years after graduation under our graduate visa route. The Labour government’s reaffirmed commitment to this route clearly indicates the UK’s dedication to providing world-class education and fostering diverse and inclusive communities, where international students are not just welcomed but valued and integral to our society,” he added. This policy enhances the UK’s appeal as a nurturing ground for international talent, ensuring that students receive top-tier education and have ample opportunities to integrate into the professional sphere post-graduation.