The United Kingdom has announced a new visa regime, which will allow
foreign students stay and work in the country for two years after graduation.
British Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson, who disclosed this, said the
new policy would come into effect for students starting courses in 2020.
The plan is an overturn of Theresa May’s 2012 immigration policy, which
mandated foreign students to leave four months after finishing a degree in the
UK.
The new policy will allow graduates
apply for jobs regardless of their skills or the subject they studied. He said
the policy was aimed at recruiting talented graduates in maths, engineering,
technology and other disciplines.
Williamson, who noted that the move
would also contribute to the cultural development of the UK, said: “Their presence benefits Britain, which is
why we’ve increased the period of time these students can remain in the UK
after their studies.
Introducing the graduate route ensures our prestigious higher education
sector will continue to attract the best talent from around the world to global
Britain.” British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, also said the new policy would
enable students “unlock their potential” and begin careers in the country.
