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UK student visa applications increase despite changes to post-graduation work rights

The number of UK study visa applications this year has increased by almost a third compared to last year, despite the government’s tightening of visa restrictions.  Figures from the Home Office show that, in May 2025, approximately 18,500 people applied for sponsored student visas. This marks a 19% increase compared...
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Posted Jun. 28, 2025

The experience of travelling to Iraq during the Iran-Israel War

On Friday 13 June, Israel launched a series of missiles to Iran. The missiles caused the death of at least 78 people, and wounded 320 others. This triggered the aerial war between Israel and Iran, in which both countries continually sent missiles at each other, targeting military facilities and residential...
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Posted Jun. 23, 2025

Why are food prep services so popular with international students?

Food preparation services, also known as meal prep deliveries, provide customers with pre-made meals or meal kits delivered to their homes. These meals provide convenience to the customer, as they only require microwaving before eating. I would much rather trust a chef in making a nutritious and healthy meal over...
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Posted Jun. 10, 2025

A guide through Marrakesh

Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Amazigh, Arabian, and European cultural influences, making it one of the most popular places to travel to escape the gloomy weather.   This country has recently grown in popularity among Warwick students, especially after the...
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Posted Jun. 7, 2025

Myanmar earthquake – a nation in crisis amid catastrophe

On March 28 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck through the heart of Myanmar and Thailand. It was the most powerful earthquake in the region since 1912, devastating central regions like Mandalay and Sagaing. With over 3,600 people already confirmed dead, more than 5,000 injured, and hundreds still missing, the...
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Posted May. 1, 2025

Higher tuition fees and more government support needed to protect universities, education chiefs warn

Leading education groups have called on the Government to further increase university funding, warning that current measures do not go far enough to save cash-strapped institutions from collapse.  Earlier this month, university presidents from across the UK highlighted the financial struggles faced by institutions at hearings of the House of...
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Posted Apr. 23, 2025

Future climate leaders attend Warwick’s Sustainability Training Academy in Venice

Future climate leaders attended Warwick’s Sustainability Training Academy (STA) in Venice from 30 March to 5 April 2025, aimed at equipping them with the necessary tools for successful environmental action. Focusing on the advancement of interdisciplinary research, the STA intends to ensure activists and leaders are able to combat the...
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Posted Apr. 21, 2025

University of Warwick named amongst top 30 ‘most international’ universities in the world

The University of Warwick has ranked 27th on Times Higher Education’s 2025 list of “the world’s most international universities”, based on data from its World University Rankings.  The ranking highlights Warwick’s influence on an international scale and its reputation for excellent research and world-class teaching.   In 2025, the University...
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Posted Apr. 6, 2025