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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Eleanor Busby

Peppa Pig and Mr Bean are beloved British icons. Now they’re attracting UK investment

British culture – including fictional creations such as Peppa Pig and Mr Bean – represent a key deciding factor for international students choosing where to study, new research indicates.

According to a survey by the British Council, more than four in five (83%) foreign students attending UK universities said British culture played an important role when selecting an overseas destination.

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