Report: UK Post-study System Needs to be Improved for Better Immigration

Government of Scotland Report

The important findings of the report, commissioned by the Government of Scotland, and managed by Dr. Paulina Trevena, University of Glasgow, conclude:

• The Government of UK should start a more competitive post-study work proposal taking into study ease of appeal and application timescales,  length of the program, work entitlement, and chances for appealing to the program after exiting the UK.
• An engaging post-study work proposal in itself is not adequate to secure the long-term retention of global students.
• The Government of UK must implement further measures strengthening the longer-term holding of global students, including employability and language support, integration programs, and also providing information and suggestion on conditions of stay and job opportunities.

Nine nations were selected for the review: Canada, Australia, New Zealand, France, the US,  Ireland, the Netherlands, Germany, and Sweden.

Summary of the Review

If the Government of the UK strives to keep a competitive edge in bringing and holding the international talent, it should consider improving migration policies towards foreign students and practical support strengthening for those aspiring to stay.

The Government of Scotland has long argued for the post-study work visa return, to accommodate students studying for all types of degrees at the level bachelor and above can reside in the UK for 2 years following graduation.

UK government policies of immigration are not releasing sufficiently for Scotland. We frequently need to tailor policies of immigration that better satisfy Scotland’s requirements. The proof and our experience to date show that we enormously profit from migration, and new Scots living here, strengthening the economy and enhancing our communities.