Industry Update I June 2026
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Key Takeaways from BONARD's Q2 2026 Global Student Flows Briefing
International student demand remains strong, but policy, affordability, and visa accessibility increasingly determine where students enrol.
Our latest briefing explored how student mobility flows are changing, which source markets are gaining momentum, and what institutions should consider when planning for 2026/27 student recruitment.
Access the presentation and recording for the full analysis.
STUDY DESTINATION IN FOCUS
🇮🇪 Ireland
Ireland is gaining relevance as a study destination
International student enrolments have recovered strongly, supported by growth from non-EU source markets and Ireland’s competitive English-language offer. The latest data shows where this growth is coming from and which source markets are driving the rebound.
Student enrolment growth
Ireland’s higher education enrolments have continued to recover, with international students accounting for a growing share of the overall student population.
Fastest-growing source markets
Growth is increasingly coming from a broader mix of source markets, helping Ireland diversify beyond its traditional student recruitment base.
Ireland’s recent performance suggests that smaller English-speaking destinations can benefit as students seek more accessible alternatives to the Big Four.
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