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Why international students matter
Universities rely heavily on tuition fees from international students to balance their books. These students, who pay significantly higher fees than Scottish or other UK students, effectively subsidise the education of domestic students. A decline in international student numbers directly impacts university finances, as highlighted by the report's warnings of severe financial problems.
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