Sri Lanka, July 31 -- A new report from ApplyBoard, a leading international student mobility platform, reveals that Sri Lankan students are playing a pivotal role in the evolving landscape of international education in the UK, particularly in the booming computing and IT sectors.

The 2023/24 data highlights a significant trend: 15% of Sri Lankan students entering the UK chose computing/IT programs, a figure well above the global average. This strategic alignment by Sri Lankan students reflects a keen awareness of global career outcomes and the UK's burgeoning tech sector, which has reportedly surpassed £1.2 trillion in value.

As the UK navigates adjustments to its post-study work policies and new migration regulations, Sri Lankan s...