Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:01pm on 01 Nov 2025,Saturday Education
Australia's Education Minister Jason Clare has reinforced the decision to cap international student enrollments at 270,000 annually for 2025, prioritizing locals who must comprise over 50% of university enrollments. The cap, announced in August 2024, addresses surging international numbers at prestigious universities as University of Sydney recorded 51% international students in 2024, Murdoch University 57%, and RMIT above 50%. The government aims to restore pre-pandemic enrollment levels, curb malpractices at vocational colleges admitting students lacking language skills, and address housing shortages. Indians face reduced seat availability, increased competition, higher visa costs, and tougher requirements. Universities' overseas dependence began a decade ago due to government funding cuts, with international students now generating 30% of revenue.
