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42% of study abroad aspirants from India are from low income groups

Posted on: November 18, 2022

According to a recent study it has been revealed that 42% of study abroad aspirants in India are from low income groups that sustain on less than US$10,000 of annual income. It has also revealed that post-pandemic, families in India had become more risk taking by staking everything to send their child to study abroad. This is because today studying abroad is not considered a brain drain or a gamble anymore. The similar study also revealed that around 53% of Indian students want to pursue STEM courses. This has already been highlighted by a lot of studies before. The gravitation of Indian students towards IT and healthcare has been impeccable for the last 50 years. In the similar study it was also found that around 44% of the students are taking help from study abroad consultants in order to select the university and get their visas.

Best part time jobs for international students in winter season

Posted on: November 17, 2022

Now that winter is around The corner, the fall semester for international students is likely to begin soon. At the same time there are a lot of new opportunities and learnings that you will get to experience during this time. The whole path of part-time jobs is also likely to change, especially for international students. Since days are going to be shorter and colder, international students will have to change the kind of part-time jobs that they will be doing. Some of the best part time jobs for international students during winter season are-

  • Sales associate

All the stores that sell something on the other require a sales associate. You can look for a part-time job in any of the stores nearby your accommodation. This way you will be staying in during the tenure of your part-time job and save yourself from the brutal cold outside.

  • Gift wrapper

You might get a gift wrap for a job at a gifting store or you can start this business by yourself as well. This will offer you flexibility of time and you will not have to go outside for a job as well. You can just start doing this by sitting at home.

  • Customer service

Most of the stores are in great demand for customer service during the fall season. As the fall season is also the holiday season, all the stores are in huge need of manpower to distribute works like attending customers, refunding, packing and a lot more.

Ways to create a resume that will make you stand out from the rest of the applicants

Posted on: November 17, 2022

Resume is like the first impression that one gets to have on the recruiter. A company generally gets hundreds of resumes every day for one single post. This is why it is important to focus on the vitality of a resume and try to make it better. Here are some ways through which you can improve your resume and make it stand out from the rest of the applicants-

  • It is very important to first of all separately list out all of the things that you would like to mention to the recruiter that is your USP. Do not abide by a blueprint of a Resume that you have just found on the internet. Try to customize it for each and every organization that you are applying for in order to convince them that you are the best fit for them.
  • You can also present your creativity through the template and the writing style followed in the resume.
  • Never forget to highlight whatever you have accomplished especially if it's great deal of accomplishment that segregates you from the rest of the people.
  • Try to keep everything brief and precise. Do not over exaggerate everything as the shorter your content is, the better readability it will offer

Cheapest countries were Indian students to study computer science

Posted on: November 17, 2022

Computer science has become a very famous discipline. In the United States of America alone, the jobs pertaining to this discipline are likely to rise by 15% next year. This means that the employment scenario after getting a computer science degree is great. But this degree is quite expensive, very much like a management degree and medical degree. But there are a lot of countries which offer computer science at an affordable tuition fee. Some of the countries that will offer computer science degrees to Indian students on a budget are-

  • Germany

The IT sector contributes 7% of the total output of Germany. The IT industry is likely to expand to US$16.2 billion of worth by 2025. This means that Germany gives a lot of attention towards the IT sector and education related to the IT sector. Germany is very famous for providing free of cost education to all the students irrespective of their country of origin. A lot of universities here are top-ranked and courses are also taught completely in English. This means that you will not have to face any language barrier although it is advised to learn some German before you decide to go to Germany.

  • Belgium

Belgium is also known for providing affordable study options like many other European countries. The university is here or popularly known for offering open end courses just like Katholieke Universiteit Leuven which is a top institution in Belgium. Belgium has 10.99% lower rent rates than other european countries which means that you will not have to spend a lot of money on accommodation as well.

  • Norway

Norway is famously known as the land of midnight sun. Its breathtaking beauty and unconventional terrain is enough to seize your heart. But this is not the only reason why so many Indian students are going to Norway for higher education. The reason is that many public universities in Norway offer free of cost education to all international students. Norway is one of the happiest countries in the world which means that the chances of you feeling alone or isolated are also very less.

Are University rankings really trustworthy?

Posted on: November 17, 2022

For a very long period of time University rankings have served as the major deciding criteria for students while selecting their university. It is recently that a lot of people started critically analyzing the authenticity and accountability of these rankings which lead to some controversies. 

These rankings have been accused of being biased towards North American institutions and sidelining Asian educational institutions. They were called out for their lack of inclusivity and meticulous research. Since then a lot of big names such as Harvard and Yale have decided to not become a part of these rankings. 

Countries like China are also known for not becoming a part of these rankings right areas despite having so many popular universities. 

But the thing is not everyone has the luxury to visit all the university campuses that they are considering to get into. There's only so much you can find on the internet that is enough to please and convince you. In the end these rankings serve as an absolute judgment kit in helping students come up with a final decision. we would just like to say that it's not advisable to be totally dependent on these rankings and abide as they tell you.

You must have your fair share of research by yourself and then take these rankings into consideration. Also it is important to remember to look at a lot of rankings, not just one because generally these rankings favor their country of origin.

What to choose between the UK and Europe for a cheaper MBA?

Posted on: November 16, 2022

Both the UK and Europe are known for their prestigious universities. But there is a lot of difference between the kind of educational curriculum that they follow and tuition fees. Also the cost of accommodation in both of these regions is very different. The UK is more towards the expensive side when it comes to the cost of education. Thankfully both of these countries have universities that offer an MBA program on budget.

MBA in Europe

Europe is home to some of the best management schools and universities such as IMD, INSEAD and Copenhagen Business School. On an average you can expect to pay around US$35,800 for a business degree. On top of it the cost of application in majorly all the universities can cost you somewhere around US$100.The University of Cologne Business School offers free of cost education to everyone irrespective of their country of origin. European universities also offer a lot of scholarships and grants to international students in order to release their financial burden.

MBA in the UK

The universities of the UK are world renowned for their high ranking and alumni network. A lot of MBA programmes from the universities of the UK are ranked among the top business programmes of the world. It is impossible to find a university in the UK that will be able to offer you an MBA program for free of cost. Obviously a lot of universities offer scholarships and grants to international students through which their programmes can be sponsored. But these universities do not sponsor the programs of all the students. Only four or five students at maximum were selected from one single batch. On an average you can expect to pay somewhere around 15,002 £18,000 for a business degree.

The conclusion is that the universities in the UK charge a higher amount then that of the universities in Europe.

World international student’s day celebrated globally on 17th November

Posted on: November 16, 2022

17th November is celebrated as the world international students day in the honor of all the students studying far from their home. Initially it was celebrated as a tribute to all the students who died during World War II in Prague. This highlights the importance of education as well as the importance of students in our world.

As we know, being an international student comes with its fair share of troubles and problems. You have to stay far from your family and manage things on your own. A student who is studying in foreign country is subjected to a lot of mental as well as physical pressure. At times there are feelings of acute alienation and even depression. But a student has to fight all of this on her own in order to make the full use of the opportunity that she is provided with.

University is a new and vulnerable experience for all the students but the stakes are higher for international students. This is because they are managing cultural shock,living on their own, managing expenses and trying to amalgamate with the new surroundings or by themselves.

This day is a reminder to celebrate the war that all international students fight on a daily basis with themselves and against the new environment that they were subjected to. All the international students staying far from their home, we just want to say that you are doing great and the future has some amazing opportunities in store for you.

Country is the cheapest for Indian students to live

Posted on: November 16, 2022

India itself is a very cheap country to live in. This is why when Indian students decide to study abroad: the options that they search for seem very expensive to them. Indians are not in the habit of spending too much money on rents which is why studying in the UK and USA is extremely expensive for them. But here is a list of countries that are inexpensive in terms of Indian students who want to study in a foreign country.

  • Malaysia

The annual tuition fee can cost you somewhere around US$5000-US$6000. You can expect to pay US$300 as monthly expenses including your accommodation as well.

  • Poland

Poland is home to some of the best European universities which offer free of cost education to college international students irrespective of their native countries. As a monthly expense you can expect to spend around US$300-US$400.

  • Italy

Italy has very inexpensive universities where the fees can be as low as €700 per month. On food you can expect to spend €200-€500 per month. On accommodation you can expect to spend around €500-€600 per month. All of these expenses are subjective and you can choose to spend more if you want to have a lavish lifestyle and if you want to stay on a budget then also there are a lot of options available.

Reasons why it's the best time to be an international student currently

Posted on: November 16, 2022

The rise of international education has amazed a lot of people. The number of students who have immigrated to other countries to study abroad has doubled through the last couple of years. Especially after the pandemic, there was a huge rise in students applying for international universities. This is because of the pandemic as the world was shut down for almost 2 years that abstained from the movement of international students from one country to another. Now that all the rules and restrictions have been relaxed, all the students who had been waiting for the last two years are going to foreign countries in solidarity.

All the famous destinations for study abroad are also providing a lot of relaxations to international students that have never been provided by them. For example students are now allowed to work for more hours for their part-time jobs. This is done so that students can earn more in order to support themselves. Countries like the US and the UK are issuing more student visas than they had ever before. This way a lot of students are getting the opportunity to study in some of the most prestigious universities in the world. A lot of grants and scholarships are also being offered to international students in order to attract more and more students. Visa and college application process has also been made a lot easier than before.

Cheapest universities in Australia for international students

Posted on: November 15, 2022

Australia is a very famous tourist destination. But more than just the beauty that this country offers, what is more important to look at is its education system. There are over 43 universities in Australia out of which around 36 are featured in the list of top universities of the world by QS world rankings. This means that all of the universities in Australia maintain a premium quality of education. But Australia is also a very expensive country when it comes to education. Students who want to study on a budget in Australia can look at these universities which offer Education on budget to international students-

  • University of the Sunshine Coast

This university is situated in Queensland and was established in 1996. It is the number one Public University of Australia. You can study a degree here for as low as AU$24,400.

  • Charles Sturt University

This university has five different campuses that offer education to hundreds of students. According to a survey, all the fresh graduates from this university can earn up to AU$70,000 per annum easily. You can study a degree here for AU$21,280.

  • Federation University Australia

This university is based in Victoria and is the number one university in that region. It is also ranked number one in providing employment to students after their graduation. It focuses on the personal development of skills and character. For a. bachelors of arts program you can expect to pay AU$15,700. The university also offers a lot of scholarship programmes.

  • Southern Cross University

This university has six schools, two colleges and two research centers. This university was established in 1994 and since then has been known for its global standards of education. You can expect to pay around AU$28,000 for an undergraduate degree here.

How has studying abroad changed after the pandemic?

Posted on: November 15, 2022

Conventionally studying abroad was chosen by students in order to get more experiences and high-quality education. but after the pandemic a lot of alterations have been made in the study abroad process. The type of courses data being provided by the university or more futuristic. Especially in the field of healthcare, universities and making it a point to cover all the study related to the pandemic and any future pandemic that the humankind may have to face.

The rise of hybrid mode of education and online education is also notable. 

A lot of universities are now offering distance courses that students can pursue by just sitting at home. The value of these courses is no less than an off-line degree. Also more students are now migrating to foreign countries for higher education. The number has increased by multiple exponents in a lot of countries. This is because students had been waiting for two years to get the opportunity of moving abroad. Due to travel restrictions a lot of backlog was created in the immigration department of different countries. Now that the borders have opened up, all of the students are going abroad in solidarity.



 

The reason why international students from India are facing issues related to accommodation

Posted on: November 15, 2022

As a lot of countries including the highly selective ones like the USA and the UK have issued a lot of student visas to international students, students are having a hard time finding accommodations. This problem is very rampant in famous cities like London and New York City where the native population is already a lot. As international students have immigrated in bulk from a lot of countries, there has been an issue related to accommodation.The problem is so severe that some students had to delay their plans of immigrating as they couldn't find a suitable accommodation. The students have decided to join classes from the next semester when accommodation is available. The options that are left for them are extremely expensive and out of budget which is why they have opted to not go for this semester. After the pandemic there has been a 60% rise in the demand for accommodation. With these new demands, it will take the government in the universities some time to arrange for all the students.

Two lakh students went to the USA for study abroad in 2021- 2022

Posted on: November 15, 2022

According to a recent survey that was conducted in India, it was found that over 200,000 students went to the United States of America for the academic year 2021 to 2022. Currently over 21% of the total 1 million international students studying in America or from India. This means that the United States of America is still the number one choice for Indian students to study abroad. Indian students have also taken over China becoming the largest group of international students.As we know, the United States of America is home to some of the most prestigious and highly ranked universities such as the Ivy League colleges and other famous institutes such as Massachusetts Institute of technology. All of these universities provide top notch education and placement opportunities. Studying in America is on the expensive side if you compare it to other European and Asian universities. But the return on investment is also great.

Global universities with the highest international students

Posted on: November 14, 2022

All the countries in the world want students from different parts of the world to immigrate and study in their universities. This not only benefits the country in terms of economy but also enhances the human capital of the country. In 2020, Australia was at the top place of having the most number of international students studying in its universities. It was followed by Canada and the UK. Global universities as a term is becoming very popular. It refers to an educational Institute that represents students from different cultures and races. The whole essence of a global university is people from different backgrounds and walks of society coming together and studying in harmony. Here is a list of global universities that had the highest number of international students.

  • Macau University of Science and Technology, Macau

88.3% of students studying in this university are from different countries. This makes it a highly global University that is conducive of different religions and ethnicities. This university was founded in 2000 and is much younger than all the other famous universities of the world but still very popular among international students. A lot of its popularity has to do with the fact that it has collaborations with over 200 universities from different parts of the world such as Australia, United States of America, Europe and much more.

  • Near East University, Northern Cyprus

Around 86% of the total students that are studying here are international. Currently a total number of 20000 students are studying here in the campus and this university is regarded as one of the best universities in the Middle East region. It has 17 faculties, 90 different departments and 4 graduate schools.

  • Jacobs University, Germany

76% of the total students studying here are international. Students from different nationalities such as India, Nepal, the US, Albania, Pakistan, Morocco and China. Almost all the courses that are taught here are in the English language. It has over 120 collaborations with other universities from different countries.

International schools for girls

Posted on: November 14, 2022

It is very important for a parent to monitor the whole process of their child's schooling because that's where the foundation stones are placed. The outcome of proper nurturing in a child school degree leads to a favorable outcome such as getting selected in the dream university. This is why one should pay a lot of attention towards schooling. Here is a list of some international schools for girls that cater education in a way that can accelerate their career growth.

  • St. Andrew’s Schools

The school is situated in the capital of Hawaii called Honolulu. A teaches under the k-6 curriculum which is one of its kind and that is what makes the school so special. The classes are small in size which ensures that each and every girl in the classroom gets personal attention. They focus primarily on global skills.

  • Melbourne Girls Grammar School

This Australian school focuses on teaching the value of embracing your individuality. They are committed towards women empowerment and that is the value that they foster in their boarding schools. Most of the faculty of this school is also female.

  • Branksome Hall Asia

It is assumed that this is the only IB-girls school in the whole of Asia. They start off their education curriculum by a playing by learning based module. Slowly and steadily they start introducing technology and innovation into their daily study. By the time a child has reached middle school, she knows a lot about technology and science. This helps the student in selecting what she wants to pursue in high school.

Things you need to know as a freshman in an international university

Posted on: November 14, 2022

The whole process of leaving your own country and your house to settle abroad as a young student sounds intimidating. As a freshman not only do you lack experience and knowledge but you are also vulnerable to a lot of other ill practices that people follow for their own benefit. This is why it is very important to have a preset idea about international education and your life as an international student before settling abroad. These are the things that you must know as a freshman in an international University-

  • Make sure that all of your documents are authentic and right. It is possible that there will be frequent checking of your documents so it is advisable to keep them ready all the time.
  • Finance management is one skill that you must master before you decide to leave on your own. This is the facet of life that most international students fail in. Money management is really important especially as an international student because you're bound to spend more as there is nobody to look after you.
  • Make sure that you get everything insured, especially when you're flying, including your luggage.
  • If you're moving to a country where English is not the first language then it is advised that you learn the basics of that language. Even if your program is taught in English, then also it is advised for you to at least learn some famous words of the language so as to be able to communicate with the local people.

Countries that offer dentistry programmes for the cheapest

Posted on: November 14, 2022

A lot of people have interest in becoming a dentist. Usually in India you will have to pay a lot of money to become a dentist. Similar is the case with the United States of America and the UK. But there are a lot of countries where you will be able to pursue a dentistry program and that too on budget. Here are the countries which offer dentistry program for the cheapest-

  • Belgium

Belgium has some of the most famous dental schools in the world. The best part about these dental schools is the fact that they offer on budget programmes. Belgium's University of KU Leuven is a university you can consider.

  • Switzerland

You will be surprised to know that most of the dental schools in Switzerland offer programs that are completely taught in English. This makes Switzerland a very inclusive country for international education. You can expect to pay around US$2400 as an annual tuition fee for a dental degree.

  • Japan 

Japan is known for its futuristic and ahead of time approach towards education. Studying in Japan is an experience of a lifestyle. Dental schools in Japan can cost you around US$3300 annually.

Cheapest universities in Poland

Posted on: November 12, 2022

Poland is a very large country in Europe. It is home to some of the most renowned universities in the whole world which continuously feature in the top university rankings. Poland gives yoga limbs of the history of world wars and traces of imperialism and colonization. If you are interested in studying in Poland, here are some options for you-

  • University of Wroclaw

It is one of the largest universities in Poland and home to 25,000 students. It is very famous for its research and for providing international exchange programmes such as Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters or Fulbright scholarship.

  • AGH University of Science and Technology

This university is known for its innovation and creativity as it has patented over hundred ideas that have been organically formed in this university.

  • University of Warsaw

This University was founded in 1869 and is one of the largest universities in Poland. It also comes in the top 200 universities in the world according to QS world rankings. It offers courses in various programmes such as humanities, science and technology. International students have the liberty to choose from 35 different programs that are offered here.

Tuition free options for international students in Finland

Posted on: November 12, 2022

Finland is one of the happiest nations in the world. You might be aware that Nordic countries are known for their happiness index and satisfaction rates. The work environment and culture here is very comfortable leading to people being happier than the rest of the world. A lot of universities in Finland offer free of cost education to international students as well. If not free then a lot of scholarships and grants are awarded to international students which eventually cuts down their tuition fees. Some of the universities where you can study for a very low rate are-

  • Diaconia University of Applied Sciences (Diak)

This university has five different campuses in Helsinki, Oulu, Pieksämäki, Pori and Turku. It specializes in social work and healthcare. Students from outside of You can expect to pay around €4000-€6000 for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

  • Centria University of Applied Sciences

This university is very versatile as 1 out of every 4 students studying here is international. Currently 4000 students are studying here. Add this university as an international student you have the opportunity to study different programmes such as nursing, business intelligence and engineering.

  • Kajaani University of Applied Sciences

This university is situated in the heart of Finland. The town is very intriguing and full of hustle bustle. At the same time it's not too crowded. Ajar international student you can expect to pay around €4000-€6000 per year for a degree.

Countries that offered cheapest courses in veterinary sciences

Posted on: November 12, 2022

Animal lovers who are interested in the healthcare industry find that veterinary sciences is the best option for them. In this profession you will get to meet a lot of new animals on a daily basis and you will also have the opportunity to treat them and free them of their ailments. This sounds like the perfect combination to someone who has an inclination towards animals and their well-being. Here is a list of countries that offer veterinary sciences degrees at a very cheap price.

  • Austria

University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna (Vetmeduni) offers a course in veterinary sciences to students. It is also ranked 26th in the same category in the world rankings. The best part about this university is the free of cost education that it offers. As a student of this university you will not have to pay even a single penny during your six years of degree.

  • Germany

Ajay all know that Germany is a very famous option among international students for budget friendly and almost free of cost education. Currently over 50 universities in Germany offer courses in the field of veterinary sciences. You will get to choose among 19 different programmes. You can choose your program from The University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover (TiHo) as it is one of the best universities for the same.

As an international student you can expect to pay a tuition fee of US$1000.

  • Switzerland 

Switzerland is one of the best countries in the world if you want to pursue health care and medicine. It is home to some of the most prestigious medical universities in the world that offer world-class education. A name that most of you would've heard is University of Zürich is also a Swiss University. The cost of pursuing a bachelor's degree in veterinary sciences can cost you somewhere around US$1338 per year.

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