The Impact of Covid-19 on International Higher Education: New Models for the New Normal

Resource type
Journal Article
Authors/contributors
Title
The Impact of Covid-19 on International Higher Education: New Models for the New Normal
Abstract
COVID-19 has had a major impact on international higher education with border closures, cancelled flights, and a shift to online teaching and learning. As a result, many international students have decided to either abandon or defer their plans to study abroad. If students stay in their home countries, many institutions that rely heavily on foreign students’ fees will suffer, with potential impacts on national economies. Beyond the economic implications, it is also important to consider the personal impact of COVID-19 on international students, who may face delays or obstacles to program completion, employment and/or immigration. Though there are certainly risks and losses in the short term, the demand for international education, and the benefits it offers, are expected to grow. This presents an opportunity for higher education institutions (HEIs) and governments, not just to lessen the impact of COVID-19 on their current business models, but to explore new models and opportunities. HEIs and governments must look at redefining international higher education for the new normal, which will entail a shift in policies and programmes. This paper outlines the implications of the COVID-19 crisis for international higher education and presents potential opportunities for governments and higher education institutions to refresh and redefine their approaches for the new normal.
Publication
Journal of Learning for Development
Volume
7
Issue
3
Pages
326-333
Date
2020/11/19
Language
en
ISSN
2311-1550
Short Title
The Impact of Covid-19 on International Higher Education
Accessed
21/11/2020, 13:31
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Rights
Copyright (c) 2020 Asha Kanwar, Alexis Carr
Extra
Number: 3
Citation
Kanwar, A., & Carr, A. (2020). The Impact of Covid-19 on International Higher Education: New Models for the New Normal. Journal of Learning for Development, 7(3), 326–333. https://jl4d.org/index.php/ejl4d/article/view/467