Our open letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham
29 July 2026
Our letter congratulates the new Prime Minister and welcomes his call for a collaborative approach.
The deadline for Awards nominations has been extended! Nominate a student, colleague, team or institution by 10 August 2026.
News
Keep up-to-date with all of the latest from the sector, UKCISA updates and insight.
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Members, help us track issues occurring during the summer surge
16 July 2026
We have created an issue tracker for members over the surge period, please log issues using this tracker to keep us up to date.
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Student Sponsorship: tightened Basic Compliance Assessment metrics and new RAG rating now live
01 June 2026
We will continue to work closely with members, including UKCISA’s Immigration Compliance Network (ICN) to understand how these changes are operating in practice.
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UKCISA welcomes Education Committee report on the threat of insolvency to international students
14 May 2026
The Education Committee report reinforces need for joined-up policy and stronger protections for international students.
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CEO member update: a farewell and thank you
26 March 2026
A final member update from outgoing Chief Exec Anne Marie Graham.
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#WeAreInternational Student of the Year: empathy, consistency and collaboration
19 March 2026
Read about how Ramitha’s leadership has supported international student inclusion and belonging at the Chaplaincy, University of Chester.
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The unseen mental health pressures of studying away from home
12 March 2026
#WeAreInternational Student Ambassador Saba shares some of the unique challenges international students face to their mental health
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Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine: creating a supportive environment for postgraduate students
11 March 2026
LSTM has created a proactive, inclusive support model rooted in research, data, and compassion for their diverse international student body.
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English Conversation Cafés transform international student experience at University of Reading
25 February 2026
Learn about how the English Conversation Café model complements formal study, strengthens classroom participation and enhances international students’ overall experience in the UK.
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CEO member update: policy, advocacy and events
17 February 2026
Chief Exec Anne Marie Graham shares an update on priorities at UKCISA
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