International student perceptions, choices and motivations

IDP’s Emerging Futures survey collates the perceptions of prospective, current, and completed international students and builds on the findings of the Crossroads and New Horizons research series. IDP is invested in global market research to equip the international education sector, institutions and policy makers with informed insights to offer exceptional educational experiences aligned to student priorities. The latest Emerging Futures research surveyed over 11,500 international students from 117 countries between 22 Feb – 19 March, 2024.

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CrossroadsApr 2020 - Jul 2021
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New HorizonsAug 2021
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Emerging FuturesMar 2022 - Mar 2024

Emerging Futures insights

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GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE: Emerging Futures, Voice of the International Student

US takes pole position in the eyes of international students

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Changing Parental Perceptions and Motivations in the International Education Decision Making Process

Parents are now more concerned about graduate employment opportunities than distance from friends and family.

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How High Cost of Living and Global Economic Instabilities are Affecting International Student Perceptions

Supporting and encouraging prospective students to do financial research and their sums.

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Emerging Futures 4 – Admissions and the Application Process for International Students

Speedy decisions are important and views on the use of AI provide some interesting source market insights.

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GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE: Emerging Futures 4

Australia joins Canada to become first-choice study destination

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Understanding Student Preferences for First-Choice Study Destinations

What factors are important in study destination choice and how does this manifest in different markets?

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Post-Study Work as a Driver in Destination Choice across Australia, Canada, UK, and USA

How graduate visa policies and employment prospects affect student perception and choice.

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GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE: Emerging Futures 3

Post-study work opportunities key in attracting international students to top study destinations

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Supporting the Mental Health of International Students: Prioritising Student Wellbeing in Strategy

Our report looks at student attitudes towards mental health and how institutions can provide support.

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Managing the Rebound – How did Covid impact upon demand for international education then and now?

The post-Covid rebound is well and truly on track in the international education sector – demand is strong.

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GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE: Emerging Futures 2

UK Popularity Drops as Australia Bounces Back Post Pandemic

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GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE: Emerging Futures

Where Next? Who will win the race for the next generation of international students?

The Emerging Futures international student research really allows us to offer actionable insights to our partners by amplifying the voice of students. Since our Crossroads, New Horizons, and Emerging Futures surveys began, we have captured the motivations and perceptions of over 80,000 students worldwide. This incredible data allows us to contribute to conversations with the sector, government, and stakeholders and to collaborate on the issues that matter to students.

Rachel MacSween

Rachel MacSween

Director of Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement (International), UK and Europe

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