France Pledges to Replace National University Admissions Platform by 2028 Amid Student Protests

The French government announced plans to replace its national online university admissions platform, Parcoursup, by 2028, with 'substantial changes' to be implemented for 2027. This decision comes after weeks of mass student protests across France over education and living costs, with students criticizing the current system's unclear selection criteria and unequal access to preferred courses. The announcement aims to quell widespread anger that has led to significant unrest, including riots and looting.