(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 04-Jan-2019 — /EuropaWire/ — New data collected from Russell Group universities in December 2018 suggest there has been a 3% decrease in the number of EU students enrolling on courses this academic year (2018/19), with the biggest drop in post-graduate research courses.
The decrease in EU students starting courses at Russell Group universities in 2018/19 is most striking at postgraduate level. While there was a marginal increase of 1% at the undergraduate level, there was a 5% drop in the number of EU postgraduate taught students (for example, those taking taught masters) and a 9% decrease in the number of EU postgraduate research students (for example, PhD students).
Commenting on the data, Senior Policy Analyst Dr Hollie Chandler said:
“Russell Group universities are fantastic study destinations, with strong global appeal. However, we shouldn’t ignore the fact that EU student enrolments are down, on average.
“It’s fair to assume that uncertainty over Brexit and the UK’s future relationship with Europe could be a significant factor. The drop in postgraduate research courses is especially troubling – these students contribute directly to the UK’s research capacity.
“If we leave the EU without a deal, the uncertainty felt by prospective European students will only get worse.”
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SOURCE: Russell Group
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