英国大学联盟-2019国际研究生成果（英文）37页_4mb

Summary of International Graduate Outcomes 2019

Core Content

This report presents the findings of the International Graduate Outcomes (i-GO) survey, which gathered data from 16,199 international graduates from 58 UK universities across 189 countries. The study aims to understand the career and life outcomes of these graduates, emphasizing the long-term benefits of a UK degree and its role in enhancing employability, career progression, and international engagement.

Main Findings

• Career and Life Satisfaction: Over 90% of international graduates are satisfied with all aspects of their lives, and 82% are satisfied with their careers. Satisfaction tends to increase over time, with recent graduates experiencing slightly lower satisfaction due to post-graduation uncertainties.
• Employment Outcomes: 83% of international graduates reported that their UK qualification helped them secure employment. The majority of graduates (78% non-EU and 83% EU) are currently working or pursuing further study.
• Earnings Premium: International graduates from the UK earn above average compared to peers in their home countries. The wage premium varies by nationality:
  • Chinese graduates: 202%
  • Malaysian graduates: 129%
  • Indian graduates: 83%
  • USA graduates: 50%
• International Engagement: 87% of respondents said they were more likely to engage in international business due to their UK degree, and 81% plan to develop professional links with UK organizations. Additionally, 88% of respondents intend to visit the UK for leisure.
• Study Levels:
  • Most respondents (64%) graduated between 2 and 5 years ago.
  • 36% are longer-term graduates (5–7 years post-graduation).
  • The majority of respondents studied at the taught postgraduate (PGT) level.
• Nationality Distribution:
  • The top non-EU nationalities were China, India, Nigeria, Malaysia, and the USA.
  • The top EU nationalities were Germany, France, Italy, Greece, and the Netherlands.
• Employment Trends:
  • 90% of graduates currently in the UK are in paid work or further study.
  • A significant proportion of graduates return to their home countries, contributing to filling skills shortages.
  • Graduates from China, India, and the USA are more likely to be employed in finance, IT, and management roles, aligning with national economic needs.
• Entrepreneurship:
  • The likelihood of self-employment increases with time since graduation.
  • 7% of 2016 graduates were self-employed, compared to 10% of 2011 graduates.
  • The UK has introduced measures to support entrepreneurship, such as the Tier 1 Start-Up Visa.

Key Information

• Employability Benefits: UK degrees are credited with helping graduates progress in their careers more quickly, with 69% of respondents reporting this benefit.
• Soft Skills Development: UK education emphasizes self-direction, critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-based learning, which are highly valued by employers.
• Global Ambassadors: International graduates are seen as ambassadors for the UK, with 77% indicating they are more likely to do business with the UK and 81% planning to develop professional links.
• Government Strategy: The UK government aims to increase the number of international students to 600,000 by 2030. This report supports that ambition by highlighting the positive outcomes of international graduates and the value of a UK degree.
• Sector Collaboration: Universities UK International (UUKi) and the British Universities’ Liaison Association (BUILA) collaborated to conduct the survey, aiming to improve the evidence base on graduate outcomes.

Conclusion

The report underscores the significant positive impact of UK higher education on international graduates, both in terms of career success and personal satisfaction. It highlights the economic and cultural benefits that these graduates bring to the UK and their home countries, reinforcing the value of the UK as a global education hub and a key player in international student mobility and employability.