British Columbia is taking decisive action to address concerns within its international education system. To address exploitative practices, the province has announced a two-year freeze on the enrollment of international students, including those from Nigeria, in post-secondary institutions.
The Minister of Post-Secondary Education, Selina Robinson, emphasised the necessity of this freeze in rectifying the shortcomings of the international education system. She pointed out that the system has not been operating at its best and requires corrective measures to ensure quality and integrity.
As reported by CBC News, investigations conducted by the province uncovered various issues within the system. These include poor-quality education, a shortage of instructors, and even cases where certain private institutions discouraged students from lodging formal complaints.
The decision to freeze new enrollments underscores the province’s commitment to addressing these challenges head-on. By taking this step, British Columbia aims to uphold the standards of its post-secondary education system and provide a conducive learning environment for all students, including international ones.
