Studying in UK may get complicated for foreign students post completion of course

By Ishani Duttagupta. Since April 2012, UK has discontinued the two-year post-study work route for international non-EU students. UK home secretary Theresa May’s plan, which would require foreign students to leave the country after they complete their courses, is likely to hit Indian students hard. Many of those planning to move overseas for higher education are now likely to drop their UK plans and opt for other destinations. May’s proposal, which is| being considered for the next Conservative party manifesto, is being justified by the UK home secretary on grounds that the current visa rules are being abused with many international students staying back in Britain illegally after their university courses. More...