International Students Flee the UK's Shrinking Scene

In the UK, a trend did unfold,
International students, a story to be told.
Their numbers dropped by 31%, oh what a test,
From 600,024 to 415,103, a significant unrest.

Universities UK spoke out with a worried face,
Measures to reduce migration created a uncertain place.
The government said, "We welcome you with a smile,
But net migration levels, we must make worthwhile."

Coventry, a city, reliant on their might,
16,285 non-UK students, a shining light.
Jingwen Yuan, a graduate, with a masters degree too,
Paid £3,000 to stay, but job search, a struggle to pursue.

Mohammed Abdullah Sayyed, from India, did say,
"The visa changes, a major reason, to stay away."
Tuition fees, a difference, £16,800 to £9,250 a year,
International students, pay more, a reason to fear.

Brexit's impact, a blow, to EU students, a decline,
Laura Alonso, from Spain, felt the pinch, a change of mind.
The Erasmus+ programme, replaced by the Turing Scheme,
Funding for UK students, but not for international dreams.