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Important details from the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

According to the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement:

• Indian students can work up to 20 hours per week while studying. This will apply even if existing generic policies change in the future.
• Indian students will have the opportunity to stay longer after graduation. STEM bachelor’s graduates are eligible to stay for up to three years, master’s graduates for up to three years, and PhD graduates for up to four years.
• 5,000 skilled visas will be granted to individuals in fields such as IT, healthcare, engineering, and other Indian professions, including yoga and AYUSH.
• 1,000 young Indians can explore and earn in New Zealand each year through the Working Holiday Visa.

No more caps on international student numbers in the UK

Instead of setting limits on how many international students can study in the country, the UK will focus on expanding British education worldwide through overseas hubs and global partnerships.

Global student enrollments are expected to grow through 2035

According to the 'Towards 2035: Projecting the Future of Global Higher Education' report by Times Higher Education, global student enrollments are expected to grow through 2035. Here are some key insights:

Global Growth in Higher Education (HE):
Current enrolments stand at 264 million students, projected to rise significantly by 2035, driven by population growth, economic development, and demand for advanced skills.

Regional Enrolment Trends:

South Asia: Largest region by 2035 with 66 million students.
East Asia: Second largest with 52.6 million students.
Africa: Fastest proportional growth (North Africa +60%, Sub-Saharan Africa +64%).
Eastern Europe: Only region forecast to decline (-14%).

Country-Level Projections:

China (53.2M) and India (46.6M) will dominate global enrolments (39% share).

The IDP Student Community is now live!

IDP has launched a new online platform where future international students can connect with current students, get their questions answered, and kick-start their study-abroad journey with confidence.

Sign up here: IDP Student Community

 

 

 

 

 

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International students can now switch to the Innovator Founder visa while in the UK

From 25 November 2025, international students in the UK will be allowed to switch to the Innovator Founder visa without having to leave the country.

The Innovator Founder visa is for entrepreneurs who want to launch a new, genuine business in the UK. Your idea must be truly innovative and endorsed by an approval body. You must also meet the language, age, and financial requirements, among others.

International Students' Day 2025

To recognise the contributions of international students, 17 November is celebrated as International Students’ Day every year. Over the years, this day has evolved into a global occasion to honour diversity, inclusion and the amazing impact students have in shaping a better, more connected world.