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Challenges facing international students at the University of Manchester: Where do we fit in?

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

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
MPs launch investigation into university reliance on international student fees

MPs launch investigation into university reliance on international student fees

As the government pushes to cut down migration numbers, the education select committee begins an investigation into the reliance of universities on international student fees
Lower entry requirements for international students? An international student’s perspective

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?
Have universities become too reliant on international fees?

Have universities become too reliant on international fees?

Alleged disparities in entry requirements between internal and international students raise questions about universities’ reliance on international fees, and the impact this may have on internal students
Introduction of new visa check-in replacement scheduled for September

Introduction of new visa check-in replacement scheduled for September

Starting from September, a new visa check-in system will be introduced, using methods such as QR codes and a mobile app
The University has announced changes to international check-in system

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

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
International student check-ins set to continue until the end of the academic year

International student check-ins set to continue until the end of the academic year

Temporary changes to international student check-ins set to continue for the foreseeable future
The International Society finalises merger into the Students’ Union

The International Society finalises merger into the Students’ Union

The International Society had existed as an independent charity since 1966
Home Secretary disputes party policy on international students

Home Secretary disputes party policy on international students

The Home Secretary made comments on number of international students in the UK contradict Conservative goals
“P*ssed off”: International students’ anger at UoM travel guidance

“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
Remote learning: Blues and growing pains

Remote learning: Blues and growing pains

Heidy Lo shares her turbulent experience with online learning from abroad
Online freshers events: Your guide to connecting remotely

Online freshers events: Your guide to connecting remotely

Here are 11 online events to help connect you to the University of Manchester, wherever you are
UoM reveals potential loss of over £270m due to COVID-19

UoM reveals potential loss of over £270m due to COVID-19

With the start of the academic year still hanging in the balance, UoM predicts up to 80% drops in international students and 20% in home/EU students
International students flee UK as home countries lockdown

International students flee UK as home countries lockdown

Saudi Arabia has announced that travel to and from the country will be restricted in 72 hours time, leading to a difficult decision for students here in the UK
Increase in number of international students at UK universities

Increase in number of international students at UK universities

The Higher Education Statistics Agency reported a 10 per cent rise in the number of international students
International students to political leaders: “Represent our voices”

International students to political leaders: “Represent our voices”

The students expressed concern regarding issues such as the NHS and study abroad schemes
Are Manchester’s international students getting value for money?

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. 
Languages societies hold talks on EU student life post-Brexit

Languages societies hold talks on EU student life post-Brexit

EU students came together to attend a series of short talks given by experts in a wide range of subjects, all of which could be affected by Brexit