由于国际学生人数下降20%,今年超过40%的英语大学可能面临赤字。 Over 40% of English universities may face deficits this year due to a 20% drop in international students.

据学生办公室(OFS)称,预计2024/25年度,超过40%的英国大学和学院将面临财政赤字。 Over 40% of English universities and colleges are expected to face financial deficits in 2024/25, according to the Office for Students (OfS). 这一下降主要是由于国际学生招生人数减少,估计比预测低20%以上。 The decline is mainly due to a drop in international student recruitment, estimated to be over 20% lower than forecasts. OfS警告说,如果不进行改革,财政业绩将恶化,并且正在准备可能关闭的机构以保护学生。 The OfS warns that financial performance will worsen without reform and is preparing for potential institution closures to protect students.