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Increase in Engineering Degree Applications
Conversely, there's been a 14% rise in applications from 18-year-olds for engineering and technology degrees in the UK, totaling nearly 217,000. This surge is seen as a positive development for the manufacturing sector. However, applications for teaching and nursing degrees have declined significantly, raising concerns about future recruitment in these essential fields.
International Student Enrollment Trends
As of 2025, the UK hosts approximately 600,000 international students, maintaining its status as a premier destination for higher education. However, recent policy changes and increasing costs have led to concerns about a potential decline in future international student enrollment. The British Council reports that inbound student mobility is projected to decrease for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, signaling a need for the UK higher education sector to adapt to evolving global dynamics.
British Students Seeking Medical Degrees Abroad
Due to limited spaces in UK medical schools, an increasing number of British students are pursuing medical degrees in countries like Bulgaria. Bulgaria has become a significant provider of EU-trained doctors to the UK, with over 2,500 British students currently enrolled in Bulgarian medical and dental programs. This trend underscores the challenges within the UK's medical education system and the lengths to which students will go to achieve their career aspirations.