UK learning exports 'worth £28bn'

Published: 01 October, 2007

The export value of UK education and training is £28bn, more than that of financial services, a report says.
The Sheffield University research includes the fees and living expenses of international students.

It also considered consultancy and training services and sales of educational materials including books, journals and software.

The British Council said the UK needed to take education more seriously as a global business to avoid losing out.

The council published a report based on the research, Global Value: The Value of UK Education and Training Exports, as part of its role in promoting worldwide appreciation of the UK.