Britain Sees Rise In International Student Applications
The latest figures from UCAS indicate a sharp rise in the number of applications to UK universities from international students. This latest development marks a significant turnaround from 2017, when application numbers from the EU fell by seven per cent. It was a result that many attributed to the impact of the ongoing Brexit process; furthermore a downturn in EU student numbers was highlighted as a potential future issue that the UK’s educational establishments must be prepared to accept. However, all has changed in 2018; with UCAS’ latest data showing the number of applications from EU students has not simply recovered this year. However it is higher than ever before. This significant increase in student applications from the EU bodes extremely well for investors in the UK student accommodation market. According to UCAS, approximately 43,500 EU students applied for places at UK universities this year – a three percent upturn on figures recorded in 2017. Meanwhile, the total number of international applications topped the 100,000 mark for the first time.
The U.K continues to be one of the most attractive locations for education globally
Alistair Jarvis, chief executive of Universities UK, stated. “The increase in international applications shows that the UK remains one of the most attractive destinations in the world for talented, international students.” This is welcome news to Student Accommodation Investors. Click here to Read more on our latest student development, Aura Student Accommodation Liverpool provides assured returns of eight percent per annum for five years. Furthermore, the city centre location is ideal to attract students and provide owners with a lasting demand for rental. Liverpool is home to over 50,000 students; therefore the city has a high demand for purpose-built student accommodation in Liverpool, in fact. The city has an impressive Education Quarter. This is the base for many educational institutions.such as Royal University Hospital, Liverpool St Moores University, The University of Liverpool.
Britain Sees Rise In International Student Applications
The latest figures from UCAS indicate a sharp rise in the number of applications to UK universities from international students. This latest development marks a significant turnaround from 2017, when application numbers from the EU fell by seven per cent. It was a result that many attributed to the impact of the ongoing Brexit process; furthermore a downturn in EU student numbers was highlighted as a potential future issue that the UK’s educational establishments must be prepared to accept. However, all has changed in 2018; with UCAS’ latest data showing the number of applications from EU students has not simply recovered this year. However it is higher than ever before. This significant increase in student applications from the EU bodes extremely well for investors in the UK student accommodation market. According to UCAS, approximately 43,500 EU students applied for places at UK universities this year – a three percent upturn on figures recorded in 2017. Meanwhile, the total number of international applications topped the 100,000 mark for the first time.
The U.K continues to be one of the most attractive locations for education globally
Alistair Jarvis, chief executive of Universities UK, stated. “The increase in international applications shows that the UK remains one of the most attractive destinations in the world for talented, international students.” This is welcome news to Student Accommodation Investors. Click here to Read more on our latest student development, Aura Student Accommodation Liverpool provides assured returns of eight percent per annum for five years. Furthermore, the city centre location is ideal to attract students and provide owners with a lasting demand for rental. Liverpool is home to over 50,000 students; therefore the city has a high demand for purpose-built student accommodation in Liverpool, in fact. The city has an impressive Education Quarter. This is the base for many educational institutions.such as Royal University Hospital, Liverpool St Moores University, The University of Liverpool.
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