Why UK varsities are cancelling Nigerians' admission
UK universities are increasingly withdrawing admission offers to international students from countries like Nigeria, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. This trend is driven by stricter UK immigration policies that penalize institutions if too many international visa applications are rejected.
Why it matters
This shift significantly impacts global higher education access and reflects the tension between immigration control and the financial reliance of universities on international tuition.
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