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Written question asked by Alyn Smith (Scottish National Party) on Friday, 12 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 17 April 2024 (named day). It was answered by Tom Pursglove (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 April 2024 on behalf of the Home Office.


Overseas Students

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that (a) the UK visa system and (b) Government discourse on migration encourage international students to choose (i) Scotland and (ii) the UK as their study destination.

Answer

Our offer to international students is extremely competitive, attracting the brightest and best talent the world has to offer, and welcoming people who will contribute to the UK’s excellent academic reputation and help keep our universities competitive on the world stage. The Government appreciates the significant academic, economic and cultural contribution international students make to the UK’s society as a whole.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
21439
Session
2023-24
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Higher education Overseas students Migration Visas
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk