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Indian students face a dilemma over inability to find jobs in foreign countries post pandemic

Posted on: June 21, 2023

The world has been observing a global inflation ever since the coronavirus pandemic has been over. Everything has become extremely expensive and people have been facing severe layoffs in some of the biggest organisations of the world. A huge number of students have been going abroad ever since foreign countries have opened doors for international students. But these countries do not have the working opportunities to accommodate all of these immigrants. As a result, many students have been struggling to find jobs after completing their education. Some students are not even able to find part-time jobs to support themselves during their studies. As a result, many Indian students are studying abroad or contemplating going back to their countries. but the economic recession is likely to be over in sometime. Hopefully the situation will be better and students will be able to find themselves decent jobs.

How can you secure accommodation for yourself in advance while moving to a foreign country

Posted on: June 21, 2023

Booking your accommodation in advance is always a convenient way to study abroad. Many students decided to look for accommodation after this shift abroad. But what students do not know is that house hunting can be extremely stressful and overwhelming, especially for someone who has just come to a new country. websites where you can check accommodation options in various countries and parts of the world. You can set certain filters according to your budget and location which will help you in finding a proper accommodation for yourself. not only will it save a lot of time but it will also save you a lot of money.

Australia remains one of the top choices of international students

Posted on: June 21, 2023

The number of students going to Australia during pandemic cell significantly due to which the economy of the country was severely affected. But now that everything's back to normal, students have started going back to Australia in abundance. Australia has even changed a lot of immigration laws to attract more students to the country as it will help in mending the GDP. in 2022, alone, international students contributed $22.5 million to the economy of Australia

Ten students from IIT Kharagpur receive prestigious scholarships from foreign universities

Posted on: June 21, 2023

10 students from IIT Kharagpur have been selected for a research based scholarship worth $45,000 in total. This will facilitate research opportunities in the US, UK, Canada, Germany and Belgium. The scholarship is being provided by a former aluminous of IIT Kharagpur, who will be sponsoring the scholarship. This summer program will add a lot of value in the resumes of the selected students. The students will get to perform research in some of the top universities of the world that will help them in learning a lot of new things as well as contributing to the field of science.

How to simplify your study abroad process

Posted on: June 21, 2023

The study abroad process can be very complicated. As a result, the student might feel overburdened and stressed. It is important to remember that studying abroad must bring you joy and satisfaction. This is why one must do everything that it requires to uncomplicate the study abroad process. Here are some ways you can simplify your journey by moving to a foreign country.

  1. This journey begins with the identification of your interest. You can simply choose what you want to do in life and what is one thing that is both good as a passion and profession for you.
  2. Secondly, you must shortlist some countries and the best universities in these countries for your program.
  3. Now you can compare these countries and universities on the basis of tuition fees, after study work, opportunities, safety, accommodation, and other factors.
  4. All of this research and comparisons will help you find out that one university that suits your needs the best.

Most sustainable business degrees for international students

Posted on: June 20, 2023

A lot of students are interested in the field of business and management but get confused among so many options available in this field. It is extremely important to choose a degree that aligns with the demand of the future. This way you can secure a job for yourself even in extremely competitive market situations. Here are some of the most sustainable business degrees for international students.

  1. Master’s in Sustainable Business and Innovation by EADA school of Barcelona
  2. Master’s in International Management by Trinity Business School 
  3. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration by Nyenrode Business Universiteit
  4. Master of Science in Management by Nyenrode Business Universiteit

CUET UG answer key to be out anytime soon

Posted on: June 20, 2023

The answer key for the CUET UG exam will be out anytime soon. Candidates will be able to calculate their marks with the help of the application answer key. It is easier to calculate your percentile  with the help of your marks in your entrance examination. Students are allotted seats in various programmes through the CUET UG exams. CUET has officially released the UG portal for admissions. Candidates will have to register themselves and pay the registration fee to be able to become a part of the counselling process. This time no official cut-off list will be released. Students will be given seats in colleges as per their choices and marks.

More than six lakh students apply for admission in the BR Ambedkar University through CUET

Posted on: June 20, 2023

This year more than six lakh students have applied for various UG courses in the BR Ambedkar University. BR Ambedkar University offers around 18 different UG courses to students. The university has 1123 seats for undergraduate students. This means that the competition is going to be extremely high. It must be noted that BR Ambedkar University is not the only choice of these students. Around 4,63,000 students have chosen BR Ambedkar University as one of their choices. Based on this data, BR Ambedkar University is the fourth most demanded university.

CUET releases final phase UG admit cards for June 22 and June 23

Posted on: June 20, 2023

The final phase of UG admits cards for 22nd and 23rd June are out for students. Students can download the admit cards from the official website of CUET. These are the students who could not be accommodated in the initial phases of CUET UG exam. Now all these unaccommodated students will get the opportunity to appear for the exam in the final phase of the entrance test. It is extremely important to carry your admit card along with yourself at the examination centre.

Why is June to September an important time for students who want to study abroad

Posted on: June 19, 2023

June-September is the most important time period for students who want to study abroad as many prepare to fly to their destinations for the fall intake whereas a lot of others start applying for the  January intake. All the interested students must start gearing up for the same on the onset of June. All those who fund their study abroad journey through education loans must also start visiting banks and other financial institutions. Students who have to leave the country in January must start shortlisting universities and courses during this time. Fall intake students must start packing their belongings timely to make sure that everything is prepared and all arrangements are made.

Nottingham Trent University starts a scholarship for change makers

Posted on: June 19, 2023

Nottingham Trent University will be offering scholarships to students who make a change in the society. In this new social scholarship, Nottingham Trent University has joined hands with University Living, which is a global accommodation provider.

This scholarship is for students who have made a social impact. Most of the international students who have secured a seat in Nottingham Trent University can apply for the scholarship. To do this, students must visit the official website of the university and apply for the same

Number of PhD students in India going abroad on the rise

Posted on: June 19, 2023

There has been a 60% rise in the number of PhD students going abroad to pursue their research degree. The number has increased so much that most of the universities in India are falling short of recruits. There are a lot of factors that attract international students to foreign universities for research. This includes good research facilities, highest stipends and After research placement opportunities. A lot of students pursuing PhD in India are not able to secure a stipend. This is the reason why students in India do not choose to pursue a PhD degree. Research as a field is not very developed in India and it is one of the reasons behind the brain drain.

Best passive income ideas for students are studying abroad

Posted on: June 19, 2023

There are a lot of students who want to support themselves financially during their study abroad journey, but do not have the means to do so. Studying abroad and living in a foreign country is a very expensive thing. Here are some passive income ideas for international students to fund their cost of studying abroad.

  1. Sell stock photography
  2. Professional gamer
  3. Start a Youtube channel
  4. Sell old textbooks
  5. Freelancing
  6. Transcribing
  7. Teach online

Best passive income ideas for students are studying abroad

Posted on: June 19, 2023

There are a lot of students who want to support themselves financially during their study abroad journey, but do not have the means to do so. Studying abroad and living in a foreign country is a very expensive thing. Here are some passive income ideas for international students to fund their cost of studying abroad.

  1. Sell stock photography
  2. Professional gamer
  3. Start a Youtube channel
  4. Sell old textbooks
  5. Freelancing
  6. Transcribing
  7. Teach online
  8. House sitting
  9. Ride-sharing apps
  10. Sleep studies

Tips on SATs that students must know about

Posted on: June 17, 2023

Although SATs are no longer compulsory to get admissions into the universities of the US, a lot of students still give this exam as it provides weightage to their college applications. Here are some tips for the SAT exam and how one can ace the exam without much difficulty.

  1. It is very important to learn as many formulas as you can. Memorise the common formulas used in the geometry and the trigonometry section so that it saves your time.
  2. It is very important to have a clarity of concepts when it comes to grammatical rules. Make sure that your grammar concepts are through.
  3. Also, try to give as many mock tests as you can. Understand your weakness and try to focus more on it.
  4. Try to read as much as you can so that you learn a lot of new vocabulary and also become familiar with the rules of writing.

US Embassy starts student visa appointments for the months of July and August

Posted on: June 17, 2023

The embassy of the United States of America has started its visa appointments for the months of July and August. The US Embassy has said that this time they have prepared really well and the efficiency has also increased. The embassy is prepared to sanction more visas than before. The visa appointments will also be available throughout the country. This will save the time and money of a lot of students who had to travel all the way from their home to give visa interviews. Students can simply book their appointment through the official website of the US Embassy

Important entrance exams for students in India who want to study abroad

Posted on: June 17, 2023

A lot of universities around the world give admission to the students through entrance exams. Let's talk about some of the top entrance exams for Indian students who want to study in the top international universities.

  1. Pearson Language Test (PTE) 
  2. Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
  3. Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT
  4. Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
  5.  International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
  6.  American College Testing (ACT)
  7. Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
  8. Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
  9. Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)
  10. Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)

 

How to know if your study abroad agent is reliant or not

Posted on: June 17, 2023

Studying abroad is a dream of many students. Study abroad consultants and agents provide a great deal of help to students in this case. But recently many students have been detained because of taking services from fraud study abroad consultants. Here is how you can know if your study abroad consultant is reliant or not.

  1. Any study abroad consultant that makes lofty claims like offering post study Visa for a longer time than what is approved by the government is giving fake promises.
  2. If a study abroad consultant is not ready to listen to your requirements then it is another problem. A good study abroad consultant must listen to the requirements of the students and then devise a plan.
  3. It is also important to conduct your own research so that you are able to know if what the consultant is talking about is legitimate or not.
  4. Any study abroad consultant that promises or claims unrealistic things is also not trustworthy.

The UK government to limit immigration by posing restrictions on family visas

Posted on: June 16, 2023

In the latest decision by the UK government, people migrating to the UK on student visas will no longer be allowed to bring family members on dependent visas along with them. This has been done to put a restriction on the high number of immigrants that the UK has to welcome every year. The government plans on using these visas for people who will actually add up to the economy of the country. Only the students who have taken admission into a designated research program like a PhD degree will be allowed to bring a family member. This has become a matter of problem among many international students as most of the international students bring families along with them. The UK has been the top priority for international students for a very long time. This move of the government might affect the rate of immigration in the coming time.

 

Higher education opportunities in France

Posted on: June 16, 2023

France is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Other than its beauty, it is also very famous for its fashion and way of living. France also offers affordable higher education to international students contrary to the popular opinion that it is a very expensive country. Other than the main cities like Paris, most of the city is extremely affordable when it comes to cost of accommodation. Since France is a European country, the cost of education for foreign students is also very affordable. Most of the public universities do not charge any fees from international students. Even if there is a fee, it is quite affordable. France is the best option for students who want to pursue management, fashion and other art degrees. Degrees from France are also recognised around the world.

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