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A leading North East university has reassured students that budget cuts won’t affect them. Sunderland University is aiming to save £40million from its budget before September 2027, as a major reduction in foreign students has significantly hit its income. In an email sent out to all students yesterday (Tues 13th), the university said it is […]

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The Southeast Asian country of Myanmar is in the middle of an ongoing Civil War, against their own military junta. In Sunderland, a community of international students from Myanmar is affected by the ongoing civil war. Most of them were afraid to come forward, because they knew that the opposition was their own military. Spark […]

Amid a successful first season, South Shields International Academy looks to expand its program with the addition of a women’s team. In September, South Shields FC’s International Academy launched with the University of Sunderland, drawing talented players worldwide, notably from North America, eager to enhance their football skills and education. With a strong commitment to […]

International student enrollments saw a drop from last year, despite having 115,730 applicants from countries outside the UK this past academic year. A big deterrent for these students, who according to the government bring in massive economic support, are the ever-increasing tuition costs. Sir David Bell, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of the University of Sunderland, […]

International students have spoken of their struggles securing accommodation in Sunderland. The housing crisis in the UK is affecting residents of the North East, particularly international students at the University of Sunderland. Some have complained of fewer chances of securing accommodation – and of the challenges they face to get somewhere to live. Boliuma Olusayero, […]

Amidst pomp and pageantry, international students celebrated Nigeria’s 62nd independence anniversary at the University of Sunderland City Space on October, 1. The date has become an annual tradition for Nigerian students at the University of Sunderland. The yearly celebration includes music, food, dance, speeches, and traditional outfits to mark the country’s independence in grand style. […]