Student numbers in Canada, Australia, and the UK are expected to drop temporarily

2024 is viewed as transitioning from the post-pandemic surge in international student mobility toward steady, sustainable growth. Major study destinations like Canada, Australia, and the UK are predicted to see a temporary decline in student numbers before returning to growth. As the impact of the pandemic recovery slows down in 2024, growth in new international student enrolments is expected to slow. This year’s forecasted decline in international student numbers is seen as a ‘natural correction’ leading to a more sustainable, long-term growth trajectory.