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title: Transforming Student Futures 2
description: Explore the latest findings from nearly 1,000 international students across 88 countries who are shaping the future of global higher education.
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# Transforming Student Futures 2 Insights Report

Insights into the motivations and aspirations of international pathway students

Explore the latest findings from nearly 1,000 international students across 88 countries who are shaping the future of global higher education. NCUK’s *Transforming Student Futures 2* report reveals what drives students to choose pathway programmes, how policy changes influence their decisions, and what their post-study ambitions look like.

### **Key highlights**

- **80%** prefer UK universities
- **69.9%** prioritise education quality over politics
- **94%** confident NCUK pathways boost career prospects
- **66%** favour fully on-campus learning
- **50%** plan to stay in their study destination after graduation

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