Educonnect Mid-December 2025 Edition
POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION UPDATES
US | Loan Changes, Student Growth
The U.S. is moving to end the SAVE student loan forgiveness plan, even as U.S. colleges report a 5% rise in international students, led by India.
UK | Erasmus+ Program, International Student Fee
The UK plans to rejoin the Erasmus+ program. At the same time, a proposed £1,233 international student fee has sparked major backlash.
Canada | Boost Innovation, Enrolment Drops
Canada launches C$1.7 billion initiative to boost innovation. 75 % of Canadian universities report drops in international student enrolment.
New Zealand | Economy Boosts, Rising Enrolments
New Zealand’s international education sector contributed over NZ$4.5 billion to the economy, with strong public support and rising student enrolments in 2025.
Europe | EU Skills Policy, Global Student Strategy
The EU is advancing personalised learning by recognising prior competences to support flexible study pathways. Meanwhile, France is intensifying recruitment from India, and Dutch universities welcome new policies even as unions raise concerns.
Asia | Expanding Campuses, Mobility Highlights
Australian universities are expanding in India, and Charles Sturt University is strengthening cross-border education. India’s growing academic ties with Russia , Japan, US H-1B interview delays. Türkiye–Hungary / Afghanistan continue shaping global collaboration..
ASIA UPDATES
- Japan reports record growth in high-quality distance education as demand for online learning surges.
- Malaysia targets more international students with smoother admissions.
- South Korea plans to phase out Suneung, KAIST launches a new AI college, and new policies support international and multicultural students.
- Uzbekistan drafts new rules to regulate the higher education system.
- Cambodia hosts its first national AI education conference to advance AI learning and implement national recommendations.
AFRICA UPDATES
- Nigeria’s digital transformation, while a Nigerian-born UK expert launches a platform for African students.
- Türkiye emerges as a leading higher education destination in the Middle East and North Africa.
- The Gambia and Senegal sign a new higher education cooperation plan.
- Morocco moves to formalise scientific research under a new higher education bill.
- Kenyan institution joins a global network to train more fintech innovators.