(This letter is part of a series by The Indian Express where we bring to you the experiences of students at different foreign universities. From scholarships and loans to food and cultural experiences — students tell us how life is different in those countries and things they are learning other than academics) — Ananya Kamboj Studying abroad was a decision that I made during my school years. Hello, I am Ananya Kamboj from Mohali, Punjab, and I am pursuing software engineering at Thompson Rivers University in Canada. The reason I chose Canada for my higher education was the country’s infrastructure, technology,…

(Studying abroad holds great promise for opportunities, experiences and more. But the process to secure admissions comes with questions. What are the scholarship opportunities for international students? What are colleges looking for? What makes an application stand out? Is going abroad an opportunity for a select few? Every Friday, The Indian Express invites an expert to offer tips, advice and answers to such frequently asked questions in the ‘Study Abroad’ column.) Getting into one of the Ivy League schools is a dream for many. Who gets that coveted acceptance letter? Are perfect test scores, excellent grades, dozens of extracurriculars, and…

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Other options could include a clamp down on students exploiting the two-year graduate visas to remain in the UK doing low-skilled work and increasing the salary threshold for skilled workers, which has not been uprated in line with inflation. Mrs Braverman said the Government remained committed to reducing migration “over time,” acknowledging the current level “has put pressure on accommodation and housing supply, health, education and other public services”. “We must ensure we have a sustainable, balanced and controlled approach which is why we continue to keep our immigration policies under review,” she said. “My priority remains tackling the rise…

Signatories to the Charter commit to:Respecting international students focus on a quality Australian education. Employers understand that international students primary purpose in Australia is to study and agree to safeguard their course progression.Providing opportunities for international students and graduates to succeed. Employers recognise the potential of international students and agree to foster employment and development opportunities.Promoting international students wellbeing and celebrating cultural diversity. Employers value international students and graduates diversity, follow Australian employment law, are sensitive to cultural and language needs, and offer safe work environments that are free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.Meet current signatories Click each logo to…

In an ideal world, news that the higher education sector is attracting a significant number of students to study in the UK would be great news for a post-Brexit ”global Britain”. But new figures that show that net migration in YE June 2022 reached over half a million (504,000) – driven to a considerable extent by international students – makes things very uncomfortable in a political environment where immigration appears to have returned as a salient issue both among the electorate and for the current government. Public First/More in Common polling from earlier this month showed that most Brexit voters…

Past WebinarWatch the Webinar Duration: 1 Hour As a newcomer, your first few months in Canada will set the groundwork for your future. In addition to completing essential tasks like getting a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and finding accommodation, you’ll also need to familiarize yourself with Canada’s financial system, job market, and culture. Before moving to Canada as a permanent resident, there are many things you should plan for in advance to make your transition seamless. What is the cost of living in your city in Canada? How do you find rental accommodation? How do you build your credit score?…

Applying for an F-1 student visa is essential for any international student contemplating attending university in the United States. If you put in the time and effort, you can join the more than one million overseas students now enrolled in U.S. universities. To get you started, we have compiled this detailed guide to US visas to explain what an F-1 visa is, how the F-1 visa process works, and what documentation is needed to apply for an F-1 visa. What Is an F-1 Visa? The United States Department of State issues non-immigrant F-1 student visas to foreign nationals so they…

SAINT JOHN • Only 37 per cent of surveyed international students in New Brunswick work in their chosen fields despite 80 per cent of them having post-secondary education before arriving in the province, according to a new study.The report, called International Students’ Transition to Employment, also revealed 51 per cent of the 200 surveyed international students also had at least five years of work experience before arriving in Canada.The results of the study were released by the Saint John Newcomers Centre and the New Brunswick Multicultural Council at a Thursday press conference. In addition to surveying international students from countries…