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Big Relief for International Students - Migration Advisory Committee recommend retaining the Graduate route/PSW in its current form

The UK Government has conducted a rapid review of the Graduate route, which allows international students to stay and work in the UK post-graduation. The review, undertaken by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), confirmed the route's success in supporting the integrity of UK higher education.

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Big Relief for International Students - Migration Advisory Committee recommend retaining the Graduate route/PSW in its current form
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The UK Government has conducted a rapid review of the Graduate route /PSW , which allows international students to stay and work in the UK post study. The review, undertaken by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), confirmed the route's success in supporting the integrity of UK higher education. However, it highlighted concerns about some agents mis-selling UK education to prospective students. Key recommendations include maintaining the current Graduate route, introducing a mandatory registration system for recruitment agents and sub agents, and enhancing data collection and monitoring to ensure effective policy implementation. Key Points:
  • The UK Government conducted a rapid review of the Graduate route for international students.
  • The review found no evidence of widespread abuse and supported the integrity of UK higher education.
  • Concerns were raised about some agents/sub agents mis-selling UK education.
Key recommendations:
    • Maintain the current Graduate route/ Post study work visa.
    • Establish a mandatory registration system for recruitment agents.
    • Improve data collection and monitoring.
For more details, visit the official publication. If you an international  student looking for graduate visa, you failed in dissertation - got re-sit or your visa expired before your final results and you need help with Fee waiver or FLR? Contact us today. 
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