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Countries that offer dependent visas to the families of international students

Posted on: June 16, 2023

Amidst the latest decision of the UK government to put a restriction on the dependent visa, students have found themselves very confused regarding their future. The UK has been the top priority for many students for a very long period of time. Most of the students travel to a different country with a family member while pursuing their higher education. Putting the restrictions now will not allow the family members to travel. Let's look at some other countries that still offer dependent visas to international students and their families.

  1. United States of America 
  2. Australia
  3. Canada
  4. Germany
  5. Denmark
  6. New Zealand

Everything you need to know about the skilled migrant visa of New Zealand

Posted on: June 16, 2023

The skilled migrants visa is one of the most popular visas among people who want to migrate to New Zealand. If a candidate is able to secure a resident visa under the skilled migrant category, then they're allowed to work, study and live in New Zealand without any restrictions. This is a point based system where a candidate is able to earn credits on the basis of their age, qualifications and skill set. A candidate has to meet at least 160 pointers to be qualified for the skilled migrants category. It is also important to have secured a job in New Zealand that requires a special skill. The candidate must also have the recognised qualifications and skill sets. You will have to submit your application of expression of interest which can be done online. If you are selected then you will get a response from their end. There are various ways to claim points through your jobs and your qualifications. You can also claim points through your work experience.

 

Australia and India make strong strategic partnerships for study abroad

Posted on: June 15, 2023

India is the second largest source of international students for Australia. Currently more than seven lakh international students from India are studying in Australia. Australia and India have shared a strong alliance since 1971 after both the countries signed an agreement to foster international education. Indian migrants are one of the most thriving communities in Australia who also contribute a lot to the economy. In 2020, India has signed the new education policy that will introduce revolutionary changes in the education system of India. One of the agenda behind India's decision to revolutionise the education system is to align the degree system with that of famous countries like Australia. This will help students in getting jobs abroad. Indian students are drawn to Australia because of its high quality of education and after study work opportunities.

How to immune yourself from immigration scams

Posted on: June 15, 2023

Immigration has become a simple process. Now that there are so many education consultants available in every city it is safe to say that  the whole process of studying abroad is a lot easier. But at the same time, many students do not have a very positive experience when it comes to education consultants. Recently many students have been victims of immigration scams where education consultants provide them with fake documents that further leads to deportation. Here are some ways you can protect yourself from these scams.

  1. It is very important to choose your education consultant very carefully. Make sure you check about their online presence and reviews. Ask other people about their services and do not rely on anyone so easily.
  2. Make sure that you are conducting your own research and checking all the documents. This way you can be double sure about the authenticity of your documents.
  3. You can easily get your documents checked from the embassy of the country that you are moving to.
  4. You can also crosscheck with the university where you are taking admission to ensure that the acceptance letter is authentic.

Students protest regarding modifications in the NEET exam scores

Posted on: June 15, 2023

Many parents and students have started protesting against the changes made in the NEET final results. Numerous students have posted their OMR sheets and the final results to show the stark difference between the marks as per the OMR sheet and marks in the final results. This has severely affected the rank and percentile of a lot of students. NTA has not yet offered any clarification on the same. It is expected that the grievances will be addressed very soon and changes will be made if there are any wrong markings.

Delhi University to select PhD students through CUET

Posted on: June 15, 2023

Delhi University has been planning to give admissions to students in the PhD programme through the CUET entrance exam for the first time in the history of Delhi University PhD admissions. The university has launched its official portal for the admission into PhD programmes and is offering 51 different programmes under various categories for the PhD course. Candidates will still have the liberty to appear for the NET exam or give the CUET exam for getting admission into Delhi University.

How to plan your study abroad journey after class 12th

Posted on: June 14, 2023

It is very important to have adequate information for all those who want to study abroad after class 12th. It's an amazing opportunity for someone who is looking for both personal and professional growth. Here are some tips for planning your study abroad journey after class 12th.

  1. Students should try to look for various options in various countries. Having a stringent approach will not help you in choosing the best alternative for yourself. You should keep your vision open to various countries.
  2. It is very important to choose the program wisely as it determines the job opportunities after your studies.
  3. Studying abroad is quite expensive so you must be prepared with the expenses that comes along with it. Of course there are a lot of scholarships that can help you but still it is better to be prepared.
  4. Try to apply to various universities as early as you can. Same thing goes for scholarships. Applying early gives you an advantage over the other late applicants.

Everything you need to know about studying in Germany

Posted on: June 14, 2023

Germany is a very affordable study abroad option for students. It also depends on your program and your university. But most of the undergraduate and master's degrees are free, nevertheless. Germany has become one of the top study abroad destinations for international students over the years. Some of the major reasons for this popularity include low cost of education even though quality of education is extremely good. Also the post study work opportunities in Germany are also great. Germany is a great option for students who want to pursue a career in the field of STEM.

Best universities in the world for chemical engineers

Posted on: June 14, 2023

The IT sector and the field of computer science has become very popular among students. But that doesn't mean that the relevance of different engineering fields like chemical engineering and mechanical engineering has been diminished. These fields are still very much in demand and will stay in demand for the coming years. Let's talk about the best universities for students who want to pursue a degree in chemical engineering.

  1. University of Rochester
  2. National University of Singapore
  3. Imperial College London

Delhi university has launched the CSAS portal for UG and PG admissions

Posted on: June 14, 2023

The common seat allocation system started from June 14, 2023. Under CSAS, students who want to take admission into Delhi University will be given various colleges and programmes as per their marks in the CUET entrance exam. Delhi University has launched a separate portal called CSAS for the purpose of UG and PG admissions. Students can get admissions into more than 70 different colleges in the CSAS portal. No cut off will be released by the university and students will be allotted their colleges by default as per their preferences and marks.

 

Study shows that students begin researching for international universities when university application deadlines are near

Posted on: June 13, 2023

A new study has revealed that over half the students start searching for international universities six months before their study abroad journey begins. Only 29% of the students start searching for study abroad universities, 6 to 12 months before the study abroad journey begins. Only 10% of the students start looking for universities, 12 to 14 months before the study abroad journey begins. It is important for international students to understand that the process of selecting your dream university and course takes a lot of time. Following the university and course selection, accommodation has to be selected as well. Generally when students start looking for universities, it is already very late and the deadlines are near. This also decreases the chances of acceptance.

Chandigarh University offers help to 700 deported Indian students from Canada

Posted on: June 13, 2023

Chandigarh University has announced that it will offer help to 700 deported Indian students whose documents have been found fake by the government of Canada. The 700 students who are majorly from Punjab were facing severe deportation because of fake documents. Most of the students went to Canada with the help of the same agents from Jalandhar. The chancellor of the Chandigarh University has said that the university will make sure that all sort of help is provided to the two runs. A credit mapping will be done to analyse their scores and report in the previous university so that it doesn't get wasted.

Reasons why studying abroad adds value to your career

Posted on: June 13, 2023

Higher education plays an important role in shaping you as an individual. Not only it adds a lot to your personality but at the same time it also provides you the skills needed to excel in the professional world. A good university has the power to turn an individual into a confident human, who can face all sorts of challenges ahead. Here are some of the best reasons why studying abroad will add a lot to your professional career.

  1. It helps you in making global networks and connections that will help you find a good job.
  2. You will have accessibility to a lot of academic opportunities. International collaborations and summer internship programmes are a great way to connect with people and enhance your skills.
  3. A great university fosters both personal and professional development in an individual.
  4. Studying abroad will make you a global citizen and you will become more inclusive. The culturally embracive attitude will help you achieve a lot in life.

University of Strathclyde’s introduces MSc Renewable Energy and Decarbonisation Technologies

Posted on: June 13, 2023

UK’s University of Strathclyde’s has introduced a new course called MSc renewable energy and Decarbonisation. The course will provide students with the knowledge of skills required to perform future energy transition in industry. The course aims at giving both practical and theoretical knowledge to students. It will also provide students with information related to sustainable energy and sustainable fuels. Students will be learning, scientific and technical concepts behind all these things.

IIT Madras to organise a demo day for aspirants

Posted on: June 12, 2023

IIT Madras will be organising a demo day for all the aspirants and parents to visit the campus on 24th June, 2023. Students and parents will be allowed to pay a visit to the IIT Madras campus for free to have an idea of the campus life. Visitors can take a full tour of the campus and even ask questions from current students and faculty. Students will also get the opportunity to attend demo lectures from the current faculty of the university as well as be a part of various clubs and societies  for a day. This is a part of the AskIIT initiative and will be very beneficial for students.

How to check your final score for the NEET exam 2023

Posted on: June 12, 2023

The final answer key of the NEET exam is likely to be out anytime soon. Through the final answer key, students are able to calculate their marks and percentile in the exam even before the official results are out. The provisional answer key was released on 4th June, 2023 after which candidates had the opportunity to file for any kind of objections related to the answer key. Now acknowledging all the objections, NEET will be releasing the final answer key which is unchangeable. Students can download the final answer key from the official website of NEET, after which they can calculate their marks and percentile keeping in mind the criteria of previous year.

Five ways to brush up your English skills

Posted on: June 12, 2023

Most of the students who want to study abroad need to appear for their IELTS exam or any other kind of language proficiency test to get admission into foreign universities. It is important to be well prepared for this exam to score minimum marks that are required. A lot of people struggle with the English language which is why it is important to not take it lightly as passing the language test is one of the stepping Stones in getting into the University of your choice. Here are some ways to brush up your English skills.

  1. Try to read as many books as you can and if you don't understand the meaning of a particular word and sentence then make sure that you search it on Google.
  2. The best way to learn a language is through a source of entertainment. You can either listen to English songs or watch English movies as it is always helpful in understanding the language.
  3. Also, try to communicate with your family or friends in English. It will help you improve and analyse your mistakes.
  4. There are a lot of wonderful apps which also provide translation facilities to students for free that helps them to learn a language.

CUET releases admit card for June 15 exams

Posted on: June 12, 2023

NDA has officially released the admit cards for CUET PG courses that will be organised on 15th June, 2023. Students can download the admit card from the official website of CUET. Around four lakh students have applied for the CUET Pg exam for 2023. Candidates can download their official admit cards from the site of CUET PG. For the same they will have to submit their application number as well as their passwords and date of birth. It is important to carry your admit card to the examination hall otherwise you won't be allowed to give the exam.

 

West Bengal government to implement NEP from 2023

Posted on: June 10, 2023

The West Bengal government has decided to implement the New Education Policy from 2023 itself. This means that the honours degree will be a four year course and students will have the opportunity to quit the degree in three years with  a BA degree. The government officials have said that the decision has been taken after consulting many people in the field of education and keeping in view the interest of students. All the government colleges in West Bengal will now offer a four year honours degree. Students have the liberty to exit the degree within three years with the certification of BA. The curriculum of the degree will be a credit-based system which is in alignment with the global standards.

United States of America to remain the top study abroad destination for students in 2023

Posted on: June 10, 2023

Around 1 million students from India are currently studying in various parts of the world. Out of these 1 million students, more than 80% are studying in the North American part. This means that the US and Canada remain the top study abroad destinations of Indian students. The USA is still the top study abroad destination among Indian students. But the only reason that students don't end up studying in the USA is because of the strict visa rules. Andhra Pradesh, Punjab and Maharashtra are the largest contributors to the total Indian population of students going abroad. It is expected that the number of students going abroad will increase in the coming years.

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