UK may not longer be a favourable education destination

 **: "UK Graduate Visas Are a £3,000 Scam, Claims LSE Researcher"**  

A researcher from the **London School of Economics (LSE)** has sparked a heated debate with a **viral LinkedIn post**, calling the **UK Graduate Visa a "£3,000 scam"** and warning international students against studying in the UK.  

#### **Key Points:**  

1. **UK’s Proposed Visa Changes:**  

   - The UK government’s new **immigration white paper** suggests reducing the **Graduate Route visa** from **2 years to 18 months**.  

   - A **6% levy** on universities for enrolling international students is being considered, with funds reinvested into education.  

   - Stricter **student visa rules**, including higher compliance standards for institutions.  

2. **Researcher’s Harsh Reality:**  

   - The LSE researcher shared her **struggle to secure a sponsored job** despite investing heavily in UK education.  

   - She called the visa a **"temporary stay with no long-term stability"**, criticizing the lack of job prospects.  

   - **"I should have gone elsewhere where my skills are valued,"** she lamented.  

3. **Public Reaction:**  

   - Many **international graduates** echoed her frustrations, sharing similar experiences of **job market bias** and **uncertainty**.  

   - Some comments mocked the visa as a **"Kafkaesque immigration system"**, while others urged students to **avoid the UK**.  

4. **Broader Implications:**  

   - The UK’s **crackdown on immigration** is making it harder for foreign graduates to stay and work.  

   - Students are now reconsidering **other European countries** with better post-study opportunities.  

#### **Conclusion:**  

The post highlights **growing dissatisfaction** among international students, raising questions about the **UK’s appeal as an education hub** amid stricter visa policies.