'But it's so different in China'

Sophie Hamilton  |  Features
Date posted:  1 Apr 2003
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It has been called 'the cultural revolution for the 21st century'.1 Thousands of students from outside the EU are coming to study in the UK. Of particular note is the number of Chinese students flocking to universities and colleges across the UK.

In fact, last year China was ranked second among nations outside the EU for the total number of international students studying in the UK (only the US ranked higher).2

Over 10,000 Chinese students came to study in UK universities and colleges, with numbers doubling for the second year running.2 Over half of these students are studying for postgraduate degrees. Many of them will return to positions of influence and authority in government or business when they go home.

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