During the first half of 2018, OB3 worked on a scoping study to provide evidence to support the development of an overseas study pilot, in response to a Diamond Review recommendation.
The objectives of the study were to:
- review current numbers of Welsh-domiciled students studying overseas
- undertake a literature review of worldwide practice in outward mobility funding schemes
- explore the characteristics of students studying overseas and those aspiring to do so
- explore the barriers to and benefits of overseas study
- review current funding provisions in Wales and overseas
- develop and appraise options and make recommendations for proceeding with the pilot.
Welsh Government has published the study today and a copy of the full report is available here.