Alongside the release of their latest World Universities Rankings, QS has taken the unusual step of criticising the Albanese Government’s approach to capping international student numbers.
CEO of QS Jessica Turner said tighter entry requirements and caps could severely impact the sector.
“These measures may prompt several thousands of prospective students to look beyond Australia, impacting a $48 billion export sector that relies heavily on international student fees to fund research and maintain its cutting-edge status,” Ms Turner said.
“It is important to balance regulatory measures with the need to support the international education sector and the opportunities it provides.
“We hope that a thoughtful approach will be taken to avoid unintended negative impacts on students, universities, and Australia’s global competitiveness.”
