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Galway remains one of the cheapest university towns in Ireland and are below the average cost nationally for students attending college 📚 The Switcher.ie’s Student Cost of Living Guide 2024 reveals how much student costs have jumped in the past year, which towns are cheapest to live, and up-to-date expenses in each place. With an overall average cost of living for students including fees, Galway sits at below average according to the study. In particular, Galway remains below average in categories such as accommodation, monthly cost per town, entertainment and more. Read more here about the average cost of going to college: https://lnkd.in/eEDBbMQH #UniversityofGalway #Galway #CostofLiving #University #Student

To date, most of the discussion on international student caps has focused on universities. Below is useful analysis and perspective about the impact the caps will have on public TAFEs......

The increasing number of overseas students choosing to study in the UK highlights the importance of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA). By providing dedicated housing options for students, we not only meet the demand for quality living spaces but also free up housing stock for first-time buyers. This ensures that local communities can maintain their identity and character, without being overly dominated by student housing. Let's continue to support the development of PBSA to create a more balanced and harmonious living environment for everyone. Did you know that A2 fire rated James Hardie panels are being used to ensure the safety and security of students living in these accommodations? These panels are not only durable and weather-resistant, but they also have a high fire resistance rating, giving students peace of mind while they focus on their studies. Stay safe and stylish with James Hardie panels! #StudentAccommodation #SafetyFirst #JamesHardiePanels 🔥🏢📚 #CommunityLife 🏠🌏 #jameshardie #cladding #fibrecement

❗ Victorian TAFE Institutes will be significantly and disproportionately impacted by the design of proposed international student limits ❗ The Victorian TAFE Association has been working urgently with Victorian TAFEs to understand the impact of international student limits and has written to the Hon Jason Clare MP, Minister for Education, and the Hon Andrew Giles MP, Minister for Skills and Training, to highlight how these will impact Victorian TAFEs. What's the problem? 😷 The proposed approach uses 2023-2024 levels to set limits on international student commencements, but Victorian TAFEs are still recovering from the prolonged impact of Australia’s harshest COVID-19 restrictions, and enrolments haven’t fully recovered. 📉 In 2023, Victorian international onshore commencements in VET with Government providers were down 53% on 2019 levels, and Victoria’s national share has dropped from 35% to 23%. Meanwhile, private VET providers in Victoria have seen a 15% increase in international student commencements. 📉 By setting caps at 2023-2024 levels, Victorian TAFEs could be limited to their lowest commencement figures since data was reported (2005), setting TAFEs back decades and entrenching the impact of COVID. International students are vital to Victoria’s education sector and contribute significantly to the financial sustainability of TAFEs and the broader Victorian economy. 📣 To ensure the damage done by the pandemic is not entrenched, the VTA recommends that limits for Victorian TAFE institutes be set at pre-pandemic 2019 levels where those are higher than 2024 commencements. As the peak body for Victoria's public VET providers, the VTA will continue to champion the interests of TAFEs and advocate for policies that support a strong, sustainable public VET system. We look forward to further discussions with Minister Clare and Minister Giles on achieving fair and equitable outcomes for TAFEs and their international students. 🔗 To stay up to date with the latest VTA analysis and insights, make sure you follow our LinkedIn account, Executive Director Dugald Murray and Policy Manager Lizzy O'Shea. #VictorianTAFE #InternationalEducation SuniTAFE Holmesglen Chisholm Institute Melbourne Polytechnic The Gordon Box Hill Institute William Angliss Institute Bendigo Kangan Institute

The Victorian TAFE Association has raised serious concerns about the proposed international student limits and their disproportionate impact on Victorian TAFE Institutes. 📉 Here's what you need to know: 1. Victorian TAFEs are still recovering from the prolonged impact of COVID-19 restrictions, with international onshore commencements in VET down 53% compared to 2019 levels. 😷 2. Setting caps at 2023-2024 levels could limit Victorian TAFEs to their lowest commencement figures since 2005, setting them back decades and entrenching the impact of the pandemic. 📉 3. International students are crucial to the financial sustainability of TAFEs and the broader Victorian economy. 🎓 The VTA recommends that limits for Victorian TAFE institutes be set at pre-pandemic 2019 levels where those are higher than 2024 commencements. 📣 As the peak body for Victoria's public VET providers, the VTA is advocating for fair and equitable outcomes for TAFEs and their international students. 🤝 Stay informed by following the Victorian TAFE Association. #VictorianTAFE #InternationalEducation

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 With move-in a distant memory and the academic year in full swing, what lessons can we learn from the Autumn wave of the GSL Index data around first-year undergraduate (UG) student expectations – how do these differ from other students? and have expectations been met? https://lnkd.in/ec_GPzuh

So, where do students want to live and what's important to them? 🏡 When we conducted our Student Survey in 2021, 22% were unsure of where they were going to live, whilst 52% were planning to live in university-owned halls. In 2024, the percentage of students planning to move into halls has increased to 72%. University accommodation providers will need to work hard at getting their pricing right - cost is the main factor influencing students’ accommodation selection. Location is the next priority, but with students so focused on price, could they be willing to consider accommodation located further away if it's at a lower cost? Facilities are the third-most important factor in accommodation choice, with 50% of respondents saying that value for money is one of the most important factors (putting it in fourth place). 👀 This week's Student Outlook snapshot focusses on term time living >> 🔗 Don't forget to sign up to be the first to receive the full report which will be released soon: https://lnkd.in/ey5JMH_y #studentmarketing #studentaccommodation #termtime #oncampus

This week, StudentCrowd have revealed our annual list of the Cheapest UK Cities for Student Accommodation, with Bradford coming out as the number one location for affordable student digs! The cost of living has never been a more important consideration for students - last year Nationwide Building Society found that 76% of new university students said that living costs were a key consideration when choosing where to study. So it's vital that students have access to the information that StudentCrowd provide in order to ensure they're studying and living in a city that matches their needs. And with the most in-depth live data set in the student accommodation marketplace, covering every PBSA and University hall in the country, there's a reason that 1.7m students visit us each year to inform the key decisions they face when choosing where to live and study. If you want to know how your institution or business can utilise this engaged audience and in-depth data to get ahead of the market feel free to get in touch or drop me a DM! Our full ranking of the cheapest UK cities for student accommodation can be found in the comments - do check it out and let us know your thoughts! #studentaccommodation #costofliving #universities #studentfinance #PBSA

A report by the Student Accommodation Council claims international students aren't responsible for Australia's housing crisis, arguing that international students constitute just 4% of renters nationwide. However, Professor Salvatore Babones points out a contradiction in the report's own data, suggesting that international student concentrations in certain areas coincide with low rental availability. Professor Babones criticises universities' reliance on international student revenue, labelling it a “scam” that benefits university rankings and research funding but not Australian students or the government. While Babones take a pretty hard line against international students, it’s clear that we need to really assess the benefits they bring to Australia and ensure they don’t hinder the interests of domestic students and the broader population. #internationalstudents #studenthousing #studentexperience

Finding student accommodation is a critical decision for university students in the UK. It’s not just about finding a place to live; it’s about finding a home that suits your budget, lifestyle, and needs. Understanding the average costs of student accommodation can help in managing student finances better and avoiding unexpected expenses. However, the term "average cost" can be misleading due to the numerous factors influencing these expenses. Our guide will explore the different factors that may impact the cost of student accommodation, and the average costs for different accommodation and room types. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SlDx1v #StudentAccommodation #UKStudents #StudentLifeUK #UniversityLiving #BudgetFriendlyHousing #AccommodationCosts #StudentLivingExpenses #alevels2024 #postgraduate #undergraduates