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Canada set to welcome over 500,000 newcomers this summer

With pandemic travel restrictions largely lifted, the coast is clear for Canada to welcome high levels of immigrants, international students, and temporary foreign workers over the coming months.Upon imposing COVID travel restrictions in March 2020, Canada prevented many newcomers from being able to...

Cost of Living in the United Kingdom

If you plan on studying abroad in the United Kingdom, you’ve made a fantastic choice. The UK is home to some of the most prestigious colleges and universities in the world. If you’re set on studying abroad, you need a plan to cover the costs (and proving you can cover those costs is&nb...

What Is a Statement Of Purpose (SOP) ?

What Is a Statement of Purpose?A Statement of Purpose (SOP) is a personal essay that introduces the prospective student to the institution, and explores why the student would be a positive addition to the program/course and institution that they’re applying to. An SOP is an essay strictly written ...

How International Students Can Get Health and Travel Insurance in the United Kingdom

If you’re planning on studying abroad in the United Kingdom, you must obtain health insurance and consider purchasing travel insurance before leaving your home country. Buying health insurance is part of the UK’s student and dependent visa requirements, whereas travel insurance is optional. Howe...

Ottawa will let international graduates stay in Canada another 18 months

OTTAWA - International students who've graduated from Canadian post-secondary schools will be able to stay in Canada longer now that the federal government has offered a temporary program to help them qualify for permanent residency.Immigration Minister Sean Fraser said Friday that beginni...

Canada announces new immigration benefits for international students, job seekers

STORY OUTLINECanada has announced additional benefits for international students studying in the countryImmigration minister Sean Fraser announced a new temporary policyInternational graduates with expiring temporary status will get an opportunity to extend their stayCanada has announced additional...

What is Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.They aim to contribute to the development needs of Australia's partner countries in line with bilateral and regional agreements.They provide opportunities for people from developing countri...

Top 10 Places in the World to Study Abroad - 2022

Welcome to our official 2022 rankings for the Top 10 Places in the World to Study Abroad!This year’s survey reached 10,000 responses from students across 181 countries who are currently thinking about studying overseas. Using the top reasons for studying abroad, ranked by students who prioritize f...

7 Reasons Why Australia is the Best Place to Study

Australia is a multicultural and dynamic country with energetic and friendly people. When you think of Australia, the first thing that comes to mind are kangaroos, wide-open spaces of the outback bush, koala colonies, Great Barrier Reef, and clean air and water. An increasing number of int...

How to Apply to a University in Malaysia in 2022

So, you’ve decided to study a Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in Malaysia. Congratulations! Not only is Malaysia one of the most peaceful countries in the world, but its universities are also ranked among the best in Asia.Before packing your bags, throwing a wild party, and rea...