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What happens if numbers keep falling?
If the trend of falling student visa applications continues, universities, especially those heavily reliant on international fees, could face severe financial strain. This could lead to cuts in courses, reduced research funding, staff redundancies, and potentially even university closures, impacting the wider economy.
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