Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:12am on 16 Dec 2023,Saturday Education
A proposed review of the UK’s Graduate Route visa allowing two years of post-study work could impact Indian students, who make up 42% of visa holders. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) indicated it will examine if the route benefits Britain by retaining high-skilled graduates. Options include restricting eligible universities, courses, and jobs. Indian groups raised concerns about wholesale questioning of the visa's importance in attracting students. MAC's report comes before a formal commission from the Home Office. If received in early 2024, recommendations could come by late 2024. Any policy changes would significantly influence Indian student flows choosing UK higher education.
