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UCAS International Conference 2026 – Provider Day

Connecting the dots: international applicant insights for 2026

Thursday 18 June 2026 15:45 - 16:15

Summary

This session explores the evolving perspectives of international applicants. Drawing on UCAS in‑cycle surveys, previous sentiment research, and cycle data, this session shares key insights into students’ motivations for choosing the UK and decision‑making drivers shaping their choices as the cycle progresses. Attendees will gain an evidence‑based understanding of the drivers influencing international applicants, the pressures shaping their decisions, and how the latest UCAS data can be used to understand and support international students as they navigate the 2026 cycle.