Higher education research
Publication Date
8-1-2025
Subjects
Alumni, International relations, Higher education, Impact studies, International cooperation, International students, Surveys, United Kingdom, Universities
Abstract
The Alumni UK network offers a unique opportunity to understand the perceptions, behaviours and influence of international alumni of a UK education. This report interrogates the second round of the British Council’s Alumni Voices longitudinal study data conducted online between November 2024 and January 2025. In total there were 3,094 participants in the survey from 123 countries. 892 of these were the same respondents from Round 1 (this same survey being administered in 2023–2024). This report focuses on two key areas that highlight the benefits of international alumni to the UK: advocacy for the UK and UK education; and alumni perceptions of the UK and its role in the world. Evidence from this survey highlights that international alumni are a valuable soft power asset for the UK. Their educational experiences foster long-lasting emotional and professional ties that extend far beyond graduation.
Recommended Citation
Towne, A., & Krstic, S. (2025). Alumni voices: UK graduates, global influence. British Council. https://doi.org/10.57884/EA6Y-6B95
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Copyright Statement
© British Council 2025, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International Licence
Publisher
British Council
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57884/EA6Y-6B95
Geographic Subject
United Kingdom
Snapshot: Alumni Voices: UK graduates, global influence
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