Q3 2026 Global Student Flows Briefing

Q3 2026 GLOBAL STUDENT FLOWS BRIEFING

About the webinar

Who is most likely to enrol in the Big 4 and New Zealand? Where are these students coming from, and what does this mean for higher education globally?

In this edition of our regular Global Student Flows Briefing, we will focus on 2027 international student recruitment planning for Australia, Canada, the UK, the US, and New Zealand.

This forward-looking session will show educators which source markets are most likely to convert to enrolments, and how to use this insight when planning 2027 student recruitment activities.

"This briefing offers education providers relevant international benchmarks and an opportunity to align their student recruitment and marketing efforts with the latest trends."

Who is most likely to enrol in the Big 4 and New Zealand? Where are these students coming from, and what does this mean for higher education globally?

In the latest edition of our Global Student Flows Briefing, we analysed the most recent student visa and enrolment data for Australia, Canada, the UK, the US, and New Zealand.

One finding is clear: international student mobility is not declining; it is reorganising. Educational institutions across the globe must diversify their international student recruitment and use accurate data to stay ahead.

"This briefing offers education providers relevant international benchmarks and an opportunity to align their student recruitment and marketing efforts with the latest trends."

Ivana Bartosik, International Education Director

Q3 2026 GLOBAL STUDENT FLOWS BRIEFING

Topics covered

Current student demand and visa approval rates

in the 'Big 4' and New Zealand

Top source markets

based on historical enrolment data and student visa trends

2027 forecasts

data-driven suggestions for 2027 student recruitment planning

Presentation requestSign up

Q3 2026 GLOBAL STUDENT FLOWS BRIEFING

Speakers

Grace Zhu

China Branch
Director

BONARD Education

Sarah Verkinova

Head of International Education

BONARD Education

Daria Simonova

International Educational Consultant

BONARD Education

Q2 2026 GLOBAL STUDENT FLOWS BRIEFING

Key takeaways:

International student population is projected to reach 7.1 million by 2026/27

While the Big Four study destinations continue to face student enrolment pressures, growth is expected across Europe, Asia, and transnational education (TNE), reflecting a more diversified global education landscape.

Student Visa policies continue to reshape student recruitment outcomes

Policy decisions remain one of the strongest drivers of student mobility. Early 2026 visa data points to continued challenges across Australia, the UK, and the US, while New Zealand records growth and Canada shows early signs of stabilisation following a sharp decline in permit approvals.

China is expected to have approx. 873,000 higher education students abroad in 2025/26

China remains one of the world's most important source markets, evolving from a volume-driven market to one that is increasingly mature and outcomes-focused. Beyond long-standing demand for the Big Four, intra-regional student mobility within Asia continues to grow, driven by affordability, proximity, and improving education quality.

Wider range of study destinations and employability affect how students decide

Demand for recognised qualifications remains strong, but students are increasingly considering a wider range of destinations, pathways, and study formats. Employability outcomes are playing a growing role in decision-making, alongside traditional factors such as institutional reputation.

Presentation request

Q2 2026 GLOBAL STUDENT FLOWS BRIEFING

Webinar Recording

Missed the live session? The full recording is available for subscribers or upon request (via the form below).

CONTACT FORM

Webinar - Notify me when it's scheduled

Submit the form to be the first to know when the date for the Q3 2026 Global Student Flows Briefing is confirmed

Webinar schedule:

Presentation by BONARD (30 mins) Q&A session (15 mins)

Do you want to learn more about the presented data? Explore our data platform - the most advanced source for international education market intelligence.

CONTACT FORM

Webinar - Sign up form

Access the latest international student mobility trends by submitting this form.

All registrants will receive the webinar recording and presentation.

Webinar schedule:

Presentation by BONARD (30 mins) Q&A session (15 mins)

Do you want to learn more about the presented data? Explore our data platform - the most advanced source for international education market intelligence.

CONTACT FORM

Recording and presentation - request form

Access the latest international student mobility trends by submitting this form

Do you want to learn more about the presented data? Explore our data platform - the most advanced source for international education market intelligence.

Access previous Global Student Flows Briefings

Q1 2025

^{March 2025}

Q2 2025

^{June 2025}

Q3 2025

^{October 2025}

Q1 2026

^{January 2026}

Q2 2026

^{June 2026}

Q3 2026 Global Student Flows Briefing

About the webinar

Topics covered