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Chinese families move to US for elite universities

Ambitious Chinese mothers are uprooting their lives and moving to America to bypass the ultra-competitive gaokao exam and boost their children's chances of attending top-tier universities like Stanford.

Ferguson Backs 150 Scholarships for Students

Sir Alex Ferguson pledges £500,000 to create 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University. Join the campaign to transform lives through education.

Chinese student applications to UK universities surge 81%

New UCAS data reveals Chinese student applications to UK universities have increased by over 80% since 2019, with Oxford and Cambridge experiencing particularly high demand as international competition intensifies.

Cambridge drops entry requirements in access trial

Cambridge University launches groundbreaking scheme allowing students from disadvantaged backgrounds to gain places with lower A-level grades, aiming to boost diversity and accessibility in higher education.

MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand

The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.

Sydney lecturer suspended over anti-Semitic 'parasites' rant

A University of Sydney lecturer has been suspended after launching into a vicious anti-Semitic tirade against Jewish students, describing them as 'filthy parasites' in a disturbing classroom outburst that's sparked widespread condemnation.

Melbourne University Tops Australian Rankings Globally

The University of Melbourne has been crowned Australia's leading educational institution in the latest global rankings, securing its position among the world's elite universities while highlighting challenges in international student recruitment.

Starmer warns students over Hamas protest plans

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer delivers a powerful message to UK students considering protests marking the October 7 Hamas attacks, urging universities to maintain order and condemning antisemitism on campuses.

Nottingham attack hero awarded George Medal posthumously

Barnaby Webber posthumously receives Britain's highest civilian bravery award for attempting to shield Grace O'Malley-Kumar from Valdo Calocane's vicious attack in a moving ceremony honouring his extraordinary courage.

Trump visa crackdown threatens small US colleges

American small colleges face financial turmoil as Trump administration's proposed international student restrictions could slash vital tuition revenue, forcing potential closures.

UCL cuts international students amid visa crackdown

University College London dramatically reduces international student admissions as new government visa restrictions hit UK higher education sector, raising concerns about financial stability.

Palestinian students evacuated from Gaza arrive in UK

A group of Palestinian students, evacuated from the conflict in Gaza, have arrived safely in the UK to continue their studies under a government-supported scheme, finding refuge and academic opportunity.

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