The Nottingham Trent University: international student trends
Non-UK enrolment, international share, and the top countries of domicile for students at The Nottingham Trent University. Source: HESA/Jisc, 2024/25 release. Part of our UK international student statistics.
The Nottingham Trent University enrolled 5,675 international students in 2024/25, making up 16% of the student body (up 8.6% over five years).
International enrolment over time
| Year | International students | Total students | International share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014/15 | 3,450 | 26,890 | 12.8% |
| 2015/16 | 3,580 | 27,920 | 12.8% |
| 2016/17 | 3,935 | 29,370 | 13.4% |
| 2017/18 | 4,135 | 30,890 | 13.4% |
| 2018/19 | 4,780 | 33,255 | 14.4% |
| 2019/20 | 5,225 | 35,785 | 14.6% |
| 2020/21 | 5,405 | 39,015 | 13.9% |
| 2021/22 | 6,595 | 41,455 | 15.9% |
| 2022/23 | 7,000 | 40,755 | 17.2% |
| 2023/24 | 7,185 | 38,555 | 18.6% |
| 2024/25 | 5,675 | 35,435 | 16% |
Top countries of domicile
| Country | Latest students | Change |
|---|---|---|
| India | 1,640 | +583% |
| Nigeria | 460 | +61% |
| Kuwait | 300 | +900% |
| Pakistan | 265 | +657% |
| Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China) | 230 | +28% |
| Vietnam | 170 | +143% |
Want to know what The Nottingham Trent University graduates go on to earn? See graduate outcomes at The Nottingham Trent University.
Methodology & attribution
Source: HESA/Jisc (hesa.ac.uk). International = non-UK country of domicile. Figures aggregated from country-of-domicile rows and rounded by HESA to the nearest 5, so small counts are approximate. 2024/25 release.
Frequently asked questions
How many international students does The Nottingham Trent University have?
HESA/Jisc data (2024/25 release) shows The Nottingham Trent University enrolled 5,675 international (non-UK domiciled) students in 2024/25. The table above shows the year-by-year trend.
What share of The Nottingham Trent University's students are international?
International students made up 16% of the student body at The Nottingham Trent University in the latest HESA release, up from earlier years shown in the chart above.
Is international enrolment at The Nottingham Trent University growing?
International enrolment at The Nottingham Trent University has grown by 8.6% over the five-year period covered by the latest HESA data.
Which countries do most of The Nottingham Trent University's international students come from?
India is the largest source country for international students at The Nottingham Trent University, per HESA/Jisc country-of-domicile data. The table above lists the top source countries and how they've changed.
Can international graduates from The Nottingham Trent University work in the UK after finishing?
Yes. Graduates of any UK university that holds a Student-sponsor licence, including The Nottingham Trent University, can apply for the Graduate visa (2 years for bachelor's/master's, 3 years for PhD) without needing a job offer. To stay longer, a graduate typically switches to the Skilled Worker route with a sponsoring employer.
When is HESA international enrolment data refreshed?
HESA/Jisc publishes "Where students study" data once a year. We refresh this page from the new release shortly after it's published.