Study abroad

A guide to university rankings for international students

Submitted by seeta.bhardwa@… on Thu, 09/28/2023 - 08:50

International university rankings can be confusing. There’s no definitive list of top universities; if you’re looking for the “best universities”, you won’t find just one answer. Although university rankings are useful tools for comparing universities, the relevancy and accuracy of the results depend on what you are really looking for, whether that may be institutions in a specific country, the best universities for a specific degree subject or a specific type of environment.

IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo? Your guide to English language proficiency tests

Submitted by Joy.Hunter@tim… on Thu, 09/21/2023 - 08:17

If you’re applying to an English-speaking university as a non-native speaker, it’s highly likely you’ll have to take an English language proficiency test. The most commonly accepted tests include the IELTS Academic, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo English Test (DET).

These tests help to show your chosen institution that you have a sufficient grasp of English to excel in an academic setting. Often, they’ll also be needed as part of your separate student visa application once you receive your university offer to study abroad.

Everything international students need to know about UK student visas

Submitted by Joy.Hunter@tim… on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 08:42

The UK is a top study destination for international students because it is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Students often view the process of securing a visa as being difficult, feeling overwhelmed by various deadlines and the need to produce supporting documents. But you shouldn’t let that put you off studying abroad. Once the visa process is complete, the experience of studying abroad will outweigh any headaches you may faced during the visa application process.

Everything international students need to know about student visas in Australia

Submitted by Joy.Hunter@tim… on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 09:01

Australia is one of the the top destinations for international students, with some of the best universities in the world. 

However, students are often discouraged from studying abroad when faced with the complex visa application. While it can a difficult process to wrap your head around, it’s worth going through to be able to study in a country such as Australia.

The cost of studying at a university in the UK as an international student

Submitted by seeta.bhardwa@… on Fri, 09/08/2023 - 08:35

How much does it cost to study in the UK? If you are interested in studying in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland or Wales, then one of the most important things to consider is how much university is going to cost. This essential guide breaks down how expensive university is in the UK for international students. 

Note that prices are correct at the time of publication and may vary from those shown here. 

Everything you need to know about studying in Canada

Submitted by Joy.Hunter@tim… on Thu, 09/07/2023 - 09:11

Canada is a popular study destination for many international students, and with good reason.

With 10 provinces and three territories spanning majority French-speaking Quebec on the Atlantic east coast to British Columbia bordering the Pacific Ocean, Canada is known as a multicultural country with a diverse heritage. As well as regularly being ranked among the best nations in the world for quality of life, Canada also has a global reputation for academic excellence.

The 10 most beautiful universities in Australia

Submitted by seeta.bhardwa@… on Thu, 08/24/2023 - 01:00

Australia is one of the most popular destinations for higher education. Many of Australia’s universities rank highly in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings , performing well in teaching and learning, research output and international outlook.