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How making friends in preschool plays an important role?

Posted on: June 16, 2022

Pre-school is the first step towards shaping your social behaviour. It is through pre-school that you learn how to behave civically and amiably with other people. Research has found that children who get along with other children in pre+school are less likely to face mental health issues further in life. But due to the Pandemic there has been a worldwide delay in the operation of offline modes of education. This is hampering the social learning of students and the most affected remains the youngest group. Psychologically it's proven that through learning and playing together we learn the essential values of life such as cooperation, sharing, emotional management and turn taking. Chanting nursery rhymes together increases the sense of solidarity among children. So parents must understand that educational institutes and settings are not just only for giving education but also have a deeper impact on the life of a child. Through homeschooling a child might get better education but not social understanding.

Saudi Arabia to offer fully funded scholarships to Pakistani students

Posted on: June 16, 2022

The government of Saudi Arabia has announced that it will be offering scholarships to students pursuing degrees of diploma, bachelor's, master's, and PhD levels in the 25 top universities of the country. Out of the total portion alloted for the scholarship, 75% will be given to native Pakistani students and the rest 25% will be given to Pakistani students residing in Saudi Arabia. The students who will get the scholarship will be provided with monthly stipend and many other facilities. The scholarship will be offered for the disciplines of politics, law, education, administration, economics, engineering, computer science, agriculture, Arabic, Islamic Studies and media sciences. Science students will be given a monthly stipend of  900 Saudi Riyal (SR) and humanities students will be given 850 SR monthly. They will also be given medical facilities and return tickets. The age limit for Bachelors program is 17-25 whereas for Masters it is 30. PhD students must be below 35. 

How can you study fully funded at a top university in Canada?

Posted on: June 16, 2022

University of Toronto offers a very prestigious Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship to international undergraduate students. Through this scholarship students have the opportunity to study for free during their full 4 years degree. Every year this opportunity is given to 27 international students. The requirements of the scholarship is that the applicant must be academically bright and creatively stimulated. As a Person scholar you will get your full tuition and residence fees for four years financed. Books and incidental fees will also be covered under the scholarship. For the scholarship you must be a non-citizen of Canada and must be in your final year of high school. You must also be nominated by your school for applying for the scholarship and a first time bachelor's degree pursuer. 

University of Manchester launches a scholarship for fleed and rescued students

Posted on: June 16, 2022

University of Manchester has launched a scholarship for students who are fleeing from a war or persecution. This scholarship is inspired from the Russia and Ukraine war, where thousands of Ukaranians had to leave their country and take shelters elsewhere. 20 students, 10 undergraduate and 10 postgraduate will be offered the scholarship. The scholarship will cover their living, studying and visa expenses. The deadline for applying for this scholarship is 30th June and can find the detailed information about the same on their official website. 

All about animation school and animating

Posted on: June 15, 2022

Animation is a highly creative profession which requires intricate precision and practice. In creative fields like these degrees are never the criteria but your skill is. So it's important for a person to have more skills in his pocket than degrees in his resume. One minute of animated advertisement that you see on television requires a  month of collaborative efforts. It takes more work than it seems like. Animator is a person involved behind the creation of cartoon based pictures, advertisements or anything of that sort. The key to becoming a good animator is persistence and diligence. You cannot learn this craft overnight and the perfection will come gradually only. It is very much possible in this industry to get a job without a degree. Undoubtedly you can learn the skill without going to a proper school but attending a school always does good. You have the opportunity to surround yourself with creative peers and learn from them. The curriculum of the school is also very dynamic and offers you versatile learnings.

How to prepare as an international student going abroad for this semester?

Posted on: June 15, 2022

Many students have enrolled themselves in the coming September intake and will be flying outside the country to pursue their education. Like every year students will leave in abundance for September intake. It's very obvious to be anxious and scared. Here are some tips that will help in your preparedness-

  • Keep practicing the language of the country that you will be going to. Watch movies, read books and explore other sources. Learn about the local dialect to facilitate better communication.
  • Try to connect with fellow students. Talking with them will surely help in reducing your nervousness.
  • Explore the local area online and search about the transport and food options.
  • Pack your stuff , make lists of essentials and try to pack everything that you think you need essentially with yourself. In foreign countries things may get difficult to find.

How to spend and save money efficiently as an international student?

Posted on: June 15, 2022

Managing your finances is a big responsibility. Saving and spending carefully is a habit that develops overtime. To be able to save you don't have to live your life like a hermit. It's always about using your money intelligently as a student and allocating it properly. Here are some tips for the same-

  • Understand the currency of the country that you have moved into. For example the US has dollars. One dollar consists of a hundred cents. There are dimes and pennies. Dime is smaller than a penny even though it has a bigger value. Make sure you develop this understanding of the currency before you reach that country.
  • Open your bank account at a bank which operates internationally. This helps in money transactions and money transfer.
  • Avoid using cash and use plastic money instead. Cash is a little messy when it comes to managing it.

Best liberal arts colleges for students

Posted on: June 15, 2022

Liberal arts colleges are highly demanded in the United States of America. Every year many students come to the US to study in these colleges. Today we will list some of the best liberal art colleges in the US. These are-

  • Lafayette College (PA)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 2,514

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $56,364

  • Skidmore College (NY)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 2,582 2021-2022 tuition and fees: $60,152

  • Whitman College (WA)                 

Total undergraduate enrollment: 1,360

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $55,982

  • Oberlin College and Conservatory (OH)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 2,647

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $60,243

  • College of the Holy Cross (MA)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 2,997

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $56,540

  •  Pitzer College (CA)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 922

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $57,978

  • Berea College (KY)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 1,432

2021-2022 tuition and fees: N/A

  • Bryn Mawr College (PA)

Total undergraduate enrollment: 1,300

2021-2022 tuition and fees: $56,320

 

Four Susquehanna University students awarded the prestigious Gilman International Scholarship

Posted on: June 14, 2022

Four students from Susquehanna were awarded the very prestigious Gilman International Scholarship. The scholarship will enable them to study in Germany, Italy and England. The four students who have received the scholarship are-

  • Madison Dennehey ’24, a neuroscience and German studies double major.
  • Alannah Morse ’24, a biology major with a minor in psychology from Everett, Pennsylvania.
  • Malaika Olaoye ’24, a creative writing and publishing and editing double major with a minor in theatre from Middletown.
  • Noah Trala ’24, a sports media major from Mechanicsville, Pennsylvania.

The scholarship will provide them with the opportunity to study and explore under financial support.

Visa and living prospects in Ireland are easier

Posted on: June 14, 2022

Although Ireland is a small country in terms of area, when it comes to the quality of education Ireland is much ahead than many European countries. In recent years Ireland has made a lot of developments. Currently around 10000 Indian students are studying there and more are set to travel for the coming session as well. Ireland permits around 20-40 hours of part time work to students. The country is also attracting skilled professionals from around the globe. In 2022, Ireland welcomed 7,000 such professionals, including 2,000 high-skills workers. The total Indian population in Ireland is about 50000 and is growing every year with 10 percent. This year 5000 Indian students will be going to Ireland for study purposes for one-year or two-year master’s programmes, some are doing PhDs, and a small number doing undergraduate studies.

How to select a law school under your budget?

Posted on: June 14, 2022

Pursuing law has become a very famous and sought after thing for many students. Pursuing law can be highly expensive as law schools demand very heavy fees. But today we will discuss ways through which you can get into a law school and save yourself from a burn in your pocket. Firstly the biggest saviour of students is scholarships. Look for scholarships wherever you go to study because it can create a huge difference between what fees are shown on the website of the college and what you have to pay. Build a strong profile and make sure you have scored good grades. State universities are comparatively inexpensive but sometimes some particular private universities can be cheaper. Keep in mind the return on investment that the university offers you. Make sure you are able to make the money that you have invested. Definition of good is different for everyone. List out your priorities and find the best fit for yourself.

 

Grammar mistakes to avoid in college application essays

Posted on: June 14, 2022

Writing a good application for college is no less than a craft and skill. It requires you to be precise and still convey your message. You have to make sure that you eliminate your essay from anything that you don't want others to read about you. You can make a checklist for the process which will include the following pointers- 

  • Make sure that your language does not consist of language that is too hard to understand yet is not too simple.
  • Don't use too much punctuation.
  • Avoid using idioms, phrases and too much cliche language.
  • Follow a chronology and don't jump from one place to another without completing a particular topic that you were discussing.
  • Avoid using passive voice as much as you can and try to write in active voice only.

48 international universities show interest in UGC's twinning initiative

Posted on: June 13, 2022

UGC recently announced its decision of dual degrees and collaboration with foreign universities. To the new rules and regulations that have been formed by the UGC, 48 foreign universities have responded. University of Glasgow, Scotland has put forward its interest to discuss a potential academic collaboration whereas Deakin University, Australia has said that the New Education Policy is a very well thought of education plan which will benefit everyone in its radar. Students will have the opportunity to earn a dual degree now, one of which will be from an international university. The officials of the University of Queensland will be talking with UGC in August and the University of Tokyo has said that the offer is very attractive and it should not be restricted to just certain universities.

 

Everything you should keep in mind for your child's educational journey

Posted on: June 13, 2022

Education is one of the most important investments these days. Like you need good quality food to sustain good health, you also need good quality of education to become an asset as a human being. Your future lifestyle, employability, income and everything pretty much depends on the education that you receive. It's the duty of parents to plan the educational journey of their child till he/she becomes old enough to take their responsibility. If you are a parent planning to send your child abroad then the preparation has to be started very early on. For that certain steps need to be taken like-

  • Meet with professional education specialists and seek their guidance.
  • Select the country and university very carefully.
  • Look for financial help from different sources to support your fee payment.
  • Budget the whole expenditure very wisely. 

Indian education system is going through a makeover

Posted on: June 13, 2022

Most of the students these days want to study abroad and gain a high quality education. The reason for staying back for many students is budget. Indian universities for decades have been the same in terms of infrastructure and curriculum. Probably that is the reason why Indian students make up such a large market for foreign countries as international students. But now the UGC has been taking a lot of initiatives to solve this problem. Now students will be able to earn joint degrees in collaboration with foreign universities which means they will have two degrees for a single course. In Gujarat's smart City many international universities will open their campuses which will save the expense of moving out of the country and at the same time give a similar experience and name. 

 

Things to consider while selecting your foreign universities

Posted on: June 13, 2022

Today we will tell you about all the things you must consider if you are or will be selecting your international university for studying abroad.

  • Decide your budget and then calculate the expenses. First estimate the average cost of studying in a particular country on a generic level. Then after you have decided the country, estimate the cost of university specific.
  • Search about the internship opportunities and employability there.
  • Learn about the immigration rules. How hard is it to get a permanent residency or after study work visa.
  • Learn about your program and it's pros and cons.
  • Trying to find out about the life that the course will give you after its end. If it's worth the money or not that you are spending. 



 

3 Phillipines schools selected for global recognition award

Posted on: June 11, 2022

Three schools from the Philippines have been selected for a global recognition award. They are to receive this honour for their efforts in improving the health and ensuring the development of their students as well as of their communities. The three selected schools are Bonuan Buquig National High School (Dagupan City, Pangasinan), G.L. David Memorial Integrated School (Balanga, Bataan), and Malitbog National High School (Calinog, Iloilo). They were the finalists for World's Best School Prize under the environmental action, community collaboration, and supporting healthy lives categories. The award program is organised by T4 Education which is a digital media platform and the award consists of five categories. 

UK students visa takes the longest time to process among most visas

Posted on: June 11, 2022

Visa is an integral part of the study abroad process. Without getting your student visa, you can't travel to your dream college even if you have been accepted as a student there. In a recent sitting, the UK government has said that the visa process for the country is taking upto 5 weeks which is usually around 3 weeks in general. A British High Commission spokesperson apologised for the delay in a recent interview and ensured that works are going on to make the process faster and more efficient. Their advice to students is to apply for the visa as early as possible because during the time of  July and August there is a high demand for the visa because of the commencement of a new session. Most students need a tier 4 visa for studying in the UK.

Australia attracts Indian students with relaxed visa norms

Posted on: June 11, 2022

According to data, 300000 students have returned back to Australia after the pandemic has been over and Australia has opened its borders for students. Quarter of these students are Indians. A total of 38 international universities featured in the QS World University Rankings 2022. The University of Melbourne, UNSW, University of Sydney, University of Queensland and Australian National University rank amongst the top 50 global universities. To attract more students, the Australian government has relaxed a lot of previous rules and restrictions. International students will now be able to work full-time while studying and they will also have the opportunity to stay back after education through post study visa options.The Professional Year Program (PYP) allows graduates of accounting, information technology and engineering degrees to obtain permanent residency. 

 

A study abroad scholarship that offers 100% tuition fee waiver

Posted on: June 11, 2022

Central government of India offers a lot of scholarships to students. Leap Scholar, which is funded by a non-profit organization, helps students to study abroad by managing their financial requirements if they fulfill the eligibility criteria. The scholarship is meant for students who want to accelerate their performance both professionally and personally by giving them financial support. The eligibility criteria of the school is-

  • Candidates must be above 21 years of age and have a minimum IELTS score of 6 (with 5 in each band), more than 60% in 12th standard exams and more than 60% (or its equivalent) in undergraduate study.
  • The candidate must have an acceptance letter from a prominent university of the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia or Ireland of a full-time degree and must be a fresher. 

Students can get a 100% tuition fees support through this scholarship.

 

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