International students Articles
Challenges facing international students at the University of Manchester: Where do we fit in?
Under-resourced UK universities lean on international student fees to supplement their institutions; simultaneously, Britain’s borders are becoming more restrictive to students under the current government. This paradox leaves international students caught in the crossfire
Inside Manchester’s Diplomatic Community: Interviews with Sarah Mangan and Kazi Ziaul Hasan
Manchester’s diplomatic community rarely finds itself in the news despite it being the second largest in the country. Kazi Ziaul Hasan, the Bangladeshi Assistant High Commissioner, and Sarah Mangan, the Irish Consul-General, explain the work of the city’s diplomatic missions and their relationship to students in Manchester
Lower entry requirements for international students? An international student’s perspective
Universities have been accused of offering international students lower entry grade requirements, but what does this reveal about our higher education institutions, and how does it affect the way international students are viewed?
The University has announced changes to international check-in system
A statement made on December 11 announced several changes to the check-in system for international students, including changes to where students can check-in and clarification on checking-in over the Christmas break
Spot checks on international students attendance set to be introduced
The University plans to implement spot checks alongside in-person attendance checks for international students
“P*ssed off”: International students’ anger at UoM travel guidance
International students are left disappointed by the University’s response to the growing Covid-19 cases
Are Manchester’s international students getting value for money?
Making up 27% of the total student body, they pay almost half of all tuition fees.