International student retention and innovation: The UK

This project examines the international mobility of students in sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and the importance of international student retention for innovation. Applying a gender-based analysis and focusing on the Greater London area, the project explores the particular challenges that affect both female and male students’ transition to post-graduate work and permanent residency in the U.K. There are pronounced gaps in scholarship concerning the transition of international students to post-graduate work or permanent residency, and the relevance of international students and other forms of talent mobility for innovation and growth. By conducting research on the current approaches and practices of U.K. universities, businesses and government entities, the aim is to foster greater scholarly understanding of the opportunities and challenges of international student retention and recruitment. TO BE CONT’D

Faculty Supervisor:

Martin Geiger

Student:

Partner:

The Open University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Public Service, Policy, and Governance; Education; Technology

University:

Carleton University

Program: