The Market Monitor Digest (week 12/2026)
We're glad to bring you the key highlights from this week’s industry news. Thanks to the research from the BONARD Market Monitor team, you’re always in step with the latest market trends.
International Education
UK: UK rejects visa ban exemption for Chevening scholars
By The Pie News, March 13, 2026
The UK Home Office has rejected calls from within government to exempt “exceptional” Chevening scholars from new rules halting study visa issuance for certain countries.
UK: Over £2.8m in new ISPF grants awarded to 33 UK universities
By British Council, March 13, 2026
These grants support researchers to collaborate with international partners on global challenges.
Japan: Private universities urged to think ahead of enrolment drop
By University World News, March 16, 2026
Japan’s private universities, representing 80% of national higher education enrolment and facing a battle for survival owing to an ongoing decline in the student population, are being urged to be proactive about efforts to optimise the size and shape of their institutions.
Indonesia: Indonesia eyes visa overhaul to boost int’l student numbers
By The Pie News, March 16, 2026
Indonesia is looking to reform its study visa system to attract more international students, as other ASEAN countries step up their internationalisation strategies.
New Zealand: New Chief Executive for Education New Zealand
By Study Travel Magazine, March 17, 2026
The Board of Education New Zealand has announced David Downs as its new Chief Executive, effective from 2 June 2026.
Mexico: A personalised, supportive approach is the key to success in this growing study abroad market
By ICEF Monitor, March 18, 2026
There is significant demand in Mexico for study abroad, and Mexicans are considering a wider range of destinations than in the past. A new report outlines top decision factors for study abroad among Mexican families. Many of these relate to Mexicans’ famous prioritisation of family and community. Others stem from the high need for specialised skills in Mexico.
Australia: ‘Continuity and change’: the year ahead for international education in Australia
By The Pie News, March 18, 2026
Australia’s international education sector must balance stability with reform to stay competitive, writes assistant minister for international education Julian Hill for The PIE.
Ireland: Irish higher education reports a fourth straight year of foreign enrolment growth
By ICEF Monitor, March 19, 2026
International enrolment in Ireland’s universities grew by just over 10% in 2024/25 to reach a new historical high of nearly 45,000 students. Students from India and the United States are driving that growth, with Indian enrolments surging by nearly 30% year-over-year.
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