Universities UK International
@uukintl.bsky.social
Part of Universities UK, we represent UK universities globally and help them meet their international aims.
Our latest blog explores how Warwick, Essex and Edinburgh are strengthening European collaboration through European Universities alliances.
With renewed discussions on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, these alliances matter more than ever.
Read the blog 👇
https://loom.ly/pEKbHow
With renewed discussions on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, these alliances matter more than ever.
Read the blog 👇
https://loom.ly/pEKbHow
UK universities in European alliances: five years of partnership and innovation
Five years ago, three pioneering UK universities — Warwick, Essex, and Edinburgh — became the first in the country to join European Universities alliances under the European Universities Initiative.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
November 26, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Our latest blog explores how Warwick, Essex and Edinburgh are strengthening European collaboration through European Universities alliances.
With renewed discussions on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, these alliances matter more than ever.
Read the blog 👇
https://loom.ly/pEKbHow
With renewed discussions on the UK rejoining Erasmus+, these alliances matter more than ever.
Read the blog 👇
https://loom.ly/pEKbHow
💬 'The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say.'
Vivienne Stern talks to The Times about the effect the international student levy will have on the economy.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/fKaZfOk
Vivienne Stern talks to The Times about the effect the international student levy will have on the economy.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/fKaZfOk
International student tax will backfire, warns universities chief
The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say
www.thetimes.com
November 26, 2025 at 12:20 PM
💬 'The levy could leave institutions worse off, harming teaching, research and the economy as the sector faces financial strain, experts say.'
Vivienne Stern talks to The Times about the effect the international student levy will have on the economy.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/fKaZfOk
Vivienne Stern talks to The Times about the effect the international student levy will have on the economy.
👉 Read more: https://loom.ly/fKaZfOk
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NEWS: Seven #CumbriaUni students are the latest researchers to contribute to an international collaboration seeking to strengthen resilience to flood hazards and disasters in the Indian Himalayan Region.
Full Story: gloo.to/Fx4s
#Research #Resilience #Kullu #HiFloDAT #Himalayas #TuringScheme
Full Story: gloo.to/Fx4s
#Research #Resilience #Kullu #HiFloDAT #Himalayas #TuringScheme
Students join Indian Himalayan research project building resilience and reducing disaster risks for vulnerable mountain communities | University of Cumbria News
Turing Scheme supports students' international research trip
gloo.to
October 13, 2025 at 2:53 PM
NEWS: Seven #CumbriaUni students are the latest researchers to contribute to an international collaboration seeking to strengthen resilience to flood hazards and disasters in the Indian Himalayan Region.
Full Story: gloo.to/Fx4s
#Research #Resilience #Kullu #HiFloDAT #Himalayas #TuringScheme
Full Story: gloo.to/Fx4s
#Research #Resilience #Kullu #HiFloDAT #Himalayas #TuringScheme
Of 264+ million HE students worldwide, only 6.9 million are mobile — just 2.6%. 🌍
TNE bridges this gap, creating an opportunity for the international community to meet the demand for education globally.
📄 Learn more in our latest report: 👉 https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
TNE bridges this gap, creating an opportunity for the international community to meet the demand for education globally.
📄 Learn more in our latest report: 👉 https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
The scale of UK higher education transnational education 2023-24
This summary report provides a concise overview of transnational (TNE) headline data and trends from 2023–24 and across the past decade.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
November 21, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Of 264+ million HE students worldwide, only 6.9 million are mobile — just 2.6%. 🌍
TNE bridges this gap, creating an opportunity for the international community to meet the demand for education globally.
📄 Learn more in our latest report: 👉 https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
TNE bridges this gap, creating an opportunity for the international community to meet the demand for education globally.
📄 Learn more in our latest report: 👉 https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
ICYMI: Joining Horizon Europe is just the start. We need to rebuild partnerships and show the value UK participation brings.
To help achieve this, we led a series of Horizon delegations supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social. Learn more👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
To help achieve this, we led a series of Horizon delegations supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social. Learn more👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
Boosting participation in Horizon Europe – the role of the UK higher education sector
Universities UK International (UUKi) led a programme of work – supported by Wellcome – focused on boosting UK participation in Horizon Europe and re-engaging with European partners.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
November 20, 2025 at 3:50 PM
ICYMI: Joining Horizon Europe is just the start. We need to rebuild partnerships and show the value UK participation brings.
To help achieve this, we led a series of Horizon delegations supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social. Learn more👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
To help achieve this, we led a series of Horizon delegations supported by @wellcometrust.bsky.social. Learn more👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
🚀 London Higher’s 'Global city, global talent: how international graduates enrich London's workforce' report shows how international talent drives London’s growth and innovation.
💬 90% of business leaders say it’s vital to success.
Read more: https://loom.ly/XAt9g98
#InternationalTalent
💬 90% of business leaders say it’s vital to success.
Read more: https://loom.ly/XAt9g98
#InternationalTalent
Global city, global talent: how international graduates enrich London’s workforce - London Higher
We are the voice of the higher education sector in London
londonhigher.ac.uk
November 19, 2025 at 3:55 PM
🚀 London Higher’s 'Global city, global talent: how international graduates enrich London's workforce' report shows how international talent drives London’s growth and innovation.
💬 90% of business leaders say it’s vital to success.
Read more: https://loom.ly/XAt9g98
#InternationalTalent
💬 90% of business leaders say it’s vital to success.
Read more: https://loom.ly/XAt9g98
#InternationalTalent
🚨⏳ Registration closes tomorrow for #ISR2025.
Don’t miss this UUKi members-only forum!
📅24 Nov, 🏢 London and livestream
Check the agenda, plan your journey, secure your place now:
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Don’t miss this UUKi members-only forum!
📅24 Nov, 🏢 London and livestream
Check the agenda, plan your journey, secure your place now:
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
November 19, 2025 at 2:55 PM
🚨⏳ Registration closes tomorrow for #ISR2025.
Don’t miss this UUKi members-only forum!
📅24 Nov, 🏢 London and livestream
Check the agenda, plan your journey, secure your place now:
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Don’t miss this UUKi members-only forum!
📅24 Nov, 🏢 London and livestream
Check the agenda, plan your journey, secure your place now:
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
UUKi joined the Ukraine Twinning Conference last week, hosted by Cormack Consultancy Group, which reflected on almost four years of UK–Ukraine Twinning.
Thank you to CCG for your dedication and leadership throughout the programme — we’re proud to keep supporting this important work.
#TwinForHope
Thank you to CCG for your dedication and leadership throughout the programme — we’re proud to keep supporting this important work.
#TwinForHope
November 19, 2025 at 12:11 PM
UUKi joined the Ukraine Twinning Conference last week, hosted by Cormack Consultancy Group, which reflected on almost four years of UK–Ukraine Twinning.
Thank you to CCG for your dedication and leadership throughout the programme — we’re proud to keep supporting this important work.
#TwinForHope
Thank you to CCG for your dedication and leadership throughout the programme — we’re proud to keep supporting this important work.
#TwinForHope
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Happy #internationalstudentsday to all our Lincoln Bishop University students! 🎓
We’re excited to see all you achieve during your time here and beyond. 🌟
👉 lincolnbishop.ac.uk
We’re excited to see all you achieve during your time here and beyond. 🌟
👉 lincolnbishop.ac.uk
November 17, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Happy #internationalstudentsday to all our Lincoln Bishop University students! 🎓
We’re excited to see all you achieve during your time here and beyond. 🌟
👉 lincolnbishop.ac.uk
We’re excited to see all you achieve during your time here and beyond. 🌟
👉 lincolnbishop.ac.uk
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🌎 Today we celebrate our amazing international community – students from all over the world who bring their cultures, ideas and passion. Thank you for making Aber such a vibrant, diverse and welcoming place.
#InternationalStudentsDay #Welcome #Diversity
#InternationalStudentsDay #Welcome #Diversity
November 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM
🌎 Today we celebrate our amazing international community – students from all over the world who bring their cultures, ideas and passion. Thank you for making Aber such a vibrant, diverse and welcoming place.
#InternationalStudentsDay #Welcome #Diversity
#InternationalStudentsDay #Welcome #Diversity
Happy International Students’ Day! 🌍🎓
Today we celebrate international students who enrich the UK’s campuses, communities and research, driving innovation and making up 41% of the UK's postgraduate research students.
We're proud to be a diverse, global community.
#InternationalStudentsDay
Today we celebrate international students who enrich the UK’s campuses, communities and research, driving innovation and making up 41% of the UK's postgraduate research students.
We're proud to be a diverse, global community.
#InternationalStudentsDay
November 17, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Happy International Students’ Day! 🌍🎓
Today we celebrate international students who enrich the UK’s campuses, communities and research, driving innovation and making up 41% of the UK's postgraduate research students.
We're proud to be a diverse, global community.
#InternationalStudentsDay
Today we celebrate international students who enrich the UK’s campuses, communities and research, driving innovation and making up 41% of the UK's postgraduate research students.
We're proud to be a diverse, global community.
#InternationalStudentsDay
📈 UK transnational education (TNE) continues to rise in Asia — with significant growth in the Middle East.
In 5 years, Asia has seen the fastest absolute growth (106,415 additional UK HE TNE students) while the Middle East leads in percentage growth (+57.7%).
Learn more: https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
In 5 years, Asia has seen the fastest absolute growth (106,415 additional UK HE TNE students) while the Middle East leads in percentage growth (+57.7%).
Learn more: https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
November 13, 2025 at 2:05 PM
📈 UK transnational education (TNE) continues to rise in Asia — with significant growth in the Middle East.
In 5 years, Asia has seen the fastest absolute growth (106,415 additional UK HE TNE students) while the Middle East leads in percentage growth (+57.7%).
Learn more: https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
In 5 years, Asia has seen the fastest absolute growth (106,415 additional UK HE TNE students) while the Middle East leads in percentage growth (+57.7%).
Learn more: https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
Interesting piece in The Observer today on how the government's proposed international student levy risks the economic growth promised by the chancellor.
Read the piece 👇
https://loom.ly/Zu32KMw
Read the piece 👇
https://loom.ly/Zu32KMw
Raising costs for overseas students won’t help cash-strapped universities | The Observer
A levy on young people coming to Britain to study risks the economic growth promised by the chancellor – even if maintenance grants for those less well off return
observer.co.uk
November 13, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Interesting piece in The Observer today on how the government's proposed international student levy risks the economic growth promised by the chancellor.
Read the piece 👇
https://loom.ly/Zu32KMw
Read the piece 👇
https://loom.ly/Zu32KMw
At #ISR2025: UUKi update — International recruitment: Building back better 🏗️
Charley Robinson, Suraj Modhvadiya & Emily Bird on IWP proposals, policy context and UUKi advocacy.
📅 24 Nov
🔐Members only
Find out more and stay ahead of the curve!
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Charley Robinson, Suraj Modhvadiya & Emily Bird on IWP proposals, policy context and UUKi advocacy.
📅 24 Nov
🔐Members only
Find out more and stay ahead of the curve!
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
At #ISR2025: UUKi update — International recruitment: Building back better 🏗️
Charley Robinson, Suraj Modhvadiya & Emily Bird on IWP proposals, policy context and UUKi advocacy.
📅 24 Nov
🔐Members only
Find out more and stay ahead of the curve!
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Charley Robinson, Suraj Modhvadiya & Emily Bird on IWP proposals, policy context and UUKi advocacy.
📅 24 Nov
🔐Members only
Find out more and stay ahead of the curve!
👉 https://loom.ly/svcclKs
🌍 Meet our #Global2026 exhibitors!
We’re excited to welcome MH Global Group, Think Pacific & Travelteer to this year’s conference.
📆 9 February 2026 | 🏢 London
🤝 Don’t miss the chance to expand your network and connect with these brilliant organisations.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
We’re excited to welcome MH Global Group, Think Pacific & Travelteer to this year’s conference.
📆 9 February 2026 | 🏢 London
🤝 Don’t miss the chance to expand your network and connect with these brilliant organisations.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
November 11, 2025 at 3:06 PM
🌍 Meet our #Global2026 exhibitors!
We’re excited to welcome MH Global Group, Think Pacific & Travelteer to this year’s conference.
📆 9 February 2026 | 🏢 London
🤝 Don’t miss the chance to expand your network and connect with these brilliant organisations.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
We’re excited to welcome MH Global Group, Think Pacific & Travelteer to this year’s conference.
📆 9 February 2026 | 🏢 London
🤝 Don’t miss the chance to expand your network and connect with these brilliant organisations.
Learn more: https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
Changes are coming to the UK’s #TNE data record from 2026–27 — and they're set to unlock greater insights! 📊🌟
In a new blog, Aneta Hayes (Chair of UUKi’s Monitoring & Evaluation Tools in TNE Group) outlines what the changes will mean for providers and partners. 👇
https://loom.ly/FjWkywc
In a new blog, Aneta Hayes (Chair of UUKi’s Monitoring & Evaluation Tools in TNE Group) outlines what the changes will mean for providers and partners. 👇
https://loom.ly/FjWkywc
UK HE TNE data collection from 2026-27 – what's changing?
Aneta Hayes, Chair of UUKi's M&E group, discusses upcoming changes to TNE data collection.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
November 11, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Changes are coming to the UK’s #TNE data record from 2026–27 — and they're set to unlock greater insights! 📊🌟
In a new blog, Aneta Hayes (Chair of UUKi’s Monitoring & Evaluation Tools in TNE Group) outlines what the changes will mean for providers and partners. 👇
https://loom.ly/FjWkywc
In a new blog, Aneta Hayes (Chair of UUKi’s Monitoring & Evaluation Tools in TNE Group) outlines what the changes will mean for providers and partners. 👇
https://loom.ly/FjWkywc
⏳ Two weeks to go!
#ISR2025 kicks off in exactly 2️⃣ weeks. Join us alongside IDP
for this UUKi members-only forum of sector insight, strategy and candid peer discussion.
📆 24 November
🏢 London | 💻 Livestream available
👉 Secure your place: https://loom.ly/svcclKs
#ISR2025 kicks off in exactly 2️⃣ weeks. Join us alongside IDP
for this UUKi members-only forum of sector insight, strategy and candid peer discussion.
📆 24 November
🏢 London | 💻 Livestream available
👉 Secure your place: https://loom.ly/svcclKs
November 10, 2025 at 9:04 AM
⏳ Two weeks to go!
#ISR2025 kicks off in exactly 2️⃣ weeks. Join us alongside IDP
for this UUKi members-only forum of sector insight, strategy and candid peer discussion.
📆 24 November
🏢 London | 💻 Livestream available
👉 Secure your place: https://loom.ly/svcclKs
#ISR2025 kicks off in exactly 2️⃣ weeks. Join us alongside IDP
for this UUKi members-only forum of sector insight, strategy and candid peer discussion.
📆 24 November
🏢 London | 💻 Livestream available
👉 Secure your place: https://loom.ly/svcclKs
🎥 Watch Ollie Quinn-Palmer (IDP UK) preview an #ISR2025 session.
Don't miss this data-dive session sharing how prospective students view the UK. Ollie will also cover policy/cost pressures and recommendations across admissions and employability
Find out more:
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Don't miss this data-dive session sharing how prospective students view the UK. Ollie will also cover policy/cost pressures and recommendations across admissions and employability
Find out more:
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
November 7, 2025 at 8:45 AM
🎥 Watch Ollie Quinn-Palmer (IDP UK) preview an #ISR2025 session.
Don't miss this data-dive session sharing how prospective students view the UK. Ollie will also cover policy/cost pressures and recommendations across admissions and employability
Find out more:
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
Don't miss this data-dive session sharing how prospective students view the UK. Ollie will also cover policy/cost pressures and recommendations across admissions and employability
Find out more:
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
⏳ Two weeks until registration closes for #ISR2025!
UUKi's members-only forum on international recruitment convenes on 24 Nov.
📘 Agenda will feature plenaries, interactive sessions, peer networking and more.
Don’t miss out, secure your place now: 👇
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
UUKi's members-only forum on international recruitment convenes on 24 Nov.
📘 Agenda will feature plenaries, interactive sessions, peer networking and more.
Don’t miss out, secure your place now: 👇
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
November 6, 2025 at 3:06 PM
⏳ Two weeks until registration closes for #ISR2025!
UUKi's members-only forum on international recruitment convenes on 24 Nov.
📘 Agenda will feature plenaries, interactive sessions, peer networking and more.
Don’t miss out, secure your place now: 👇
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
UUKi's members-only forum on international recruitment convenes on 24 Nov.
📘 Agenda will feature plenaries, interactive sessions, peer networking and more.
Don’t miss out, secure your place now: 👇
https://loom.ly/svcclKs
The UK’s association to #HorizonEurope is just the start — rebuilding partnerships across Europe is key.
With support from @wellcometrust.bsky.social, UUKi led a series of delegations across Europe. Read what we learned and what’s next 👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
With support from @wellcometrust.bsky.social, UUKi led a series of delegations across Europe. Read what we learned and what’s next 👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
November 5, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The UK’s association to #HorizonEurope is just the start — rebuilding partnerships across Europe is key.
With support from @wellcometrust.bsky.social, UUKi led a series of delegations across Europe. Read what we learned and what’s next 👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
With support from @wellcometrust.bsky.social, UUKi led a series of delegations across Europe. Read what we learned and what’s next 👇
https://loom.ly/zz1rA2k
🌍 Global Mobility Conference 2026
📍 London | 🗓️ 9 February
From student access to global partnerships, #Global2026 brings together HE leaders, practitioners & changemakers shaping the future of international mobility.
🧭 Explore breakouts, network, be inspired.
🔗 https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
📍 London | 🗓️ 9 February
From student access to global partnerships, #Global2026 brings together HE leaders, practitioners & changemakers shaping the future of international mobility.
🧭 Explore breakouts, network, be inspired.
🔗 https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
November 5, 2025 at 12:09 PM
🌍 Global Mobility Conference 2026
📍 London | 🗓️ 9 February
From student access to global partnerships, #Global2026 brings together HE leaders, practitioners & changemakers shaping the future of international mobility.
🧭 Explore breakouts, network, be inspired.
🔗 https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
📍 London | 🗓️ 9 February
From student access to global partnerships, #Global2026 brings together HE leaders, practitioners & changemakers shaping the future of international mobility.
🧭 Explore breakouts, network, be inspired.
🔗 https://loom.ly/AGYY7wo
🌍 The countdown is on!
Join HE mobility professionals on 9 Feb 2026 at #Global2026 for a day of strategy, case studies & connection.
🚨 Breakout sessions just released – don’t miss out!
🎟️ Book your place: https://loom.ly/YYBK-cE
Join HE mobility professionals on 9 Feb 2026 at #Global2026 for a day of strategy, case studies & connection.
🚨 Breakout sessions just released – don’t miss out!
🎟️ Book your place: https://loom.ly/YYBK-cE
UUKi events
We run webinars and conferences to support the international work of our members and partners.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
November 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
🌍 The countdown is on!
Join HE mobility professionals on 9 Feb 2026 at #Global2026 for a day of strategy, case studies & connection.
🚨 Breakout sessions just released – don’t miss out!
🎟️ Book your place: https://loom.ly/YYBK-cE
Join HE mobility professionals on 9 Feb 2026 at #Global2026 for a day of strategy, case studies & connection.
🚨 Breakout sessions just released – don’t miss out!
🎟️ Book your place: https://loom.ly/YYBK-cE
On Wednesday 19th November, our Policy Advisor Suraj Modhvadiya will be speaking at the Festival of Economics in Bristol, joining a panel discussion, "What is the future for UK Migration?"
Find out more and book here: https://loom.ly/rsDBiYQ
@econobservatory
Find out more and book here: https://loom.ly/rsDBiYQ
@econobservatory
What is the future for UK migration?
Part of the Festival of Economics 2025
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 3, 2025 at 1:08 PM
On Wednesday 19th November, our Policy Advisor Suraj Modhvadiya will be speaking at the Festival of Economics in Bristol, joining a panel discussion, "What is the future for UK Migration?"
Find out more and book here: https://loom.ly/rsDBiYQ
@econobservatory
Find out more and book here: https://loom.ly/rsDBiYQ
@econobservatory
UK TNE is on the rise — but which provision types are most popular?
In 2023–24, 491,765 TNE students studied in person and 161,805 via distance learning.
Nearly half (42.8%) studied through collaborative provision — up 10.8% from 2022–23.
Discover more #TNE insights ⬇️
https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
In 2023–24, 491,765 TNE students studied in person and 161,805 via distance learning.
Nearly half (42.8%) studied through collaborative provision — up 10.8% from 2022–23.
Discover more #TNE insights ⬇️
https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
October 30, 2025 at 9:15 AM
UK TNE is on the rise — but which provision types are most popular?
In 2023–24, 491,765 TNE students studied in person and 161,805 via distance learning.
Nearly half (42.8%) studied through collaborative provision — up 10.8% from 2022–23.
Discover more #TNE insights ⬇️
https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
In 2023–24, 491,765 TNE students studied in person and 161,805 via distance learning.
Nearly half (42.8%) studied through collaborative provision — up 10.8% from 2022–23.
Discover more #TNE insights ⬇️
https://loom.ly/GFTOvI0
Don’t miss this month’s Director’s Update from Jamie Arrowsmith! 📧
Get the latest on UUKi’s work, international higher education news and opportunities — straight to your inbox. 🗞️
October’s update is out later this week. Sign up before it lands: https://loom.ly/GCyxUxw
Get the latest on UUKi’s work, international higher education news and opportunities — straight to your inbox. 🗞️
October’s update is out later this week. Sign up before it lands: https://loom.ly/GCyxUxw
October 28, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Don’t miss this month’s Director’s Update from Jamie Arrowsmith! 📧
Get the latest on UUKi’s work, international higher education news and opportunities — straight to your inbox. 🗞️
October’s update is out later this week. Sign up before it lands: https://loom.ly/GCyxUxw
Get the latest on UUKi’s work, international higher education news and opportunities — straight to your inbox. 🗞️
October’s update is out later this week. Sign up before it lands: https://loom.ly/GCyxUxw