The University of Glasgow's chancellor said international tuition fees help fund spaces for UK students.
Clearing is a process that allows students to apply for undersubscribed courses after results day, should they not get the grades they need or simply change their minds.
"International students add £4.75bn to the Scottish economy it is effectively a huge asset, and I think debates like this are important, but we mustn't forget just how important these students are to our economic future."
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