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Navigating the Young Talent Visa Ballot for the UK

Guide to the Young Talent visa for young professionals wishing to work in the UK, including eligibility, application process, and tips for improving your chances. Read on

UK Academic Powerhouses Cambridge and Imperial Unveil Groundbreaking Admissions Alliance

Cambridge and Imperial form a groundbreaking admissions alliance allowing students to apply to both universities and defer their choice until after receiving offers. Explore

Stacking Micro-credentials for Career Advancement

Micro-credentials allow professionals to gain specialised skills. Stacking multiple micro-credentials can help advance your career by broadening and deepening your skillset. Read On

Thriving Beyond Tradition: A Comprehensive Guide for Non-traditional Students Returning to College

A guide for non-traditional students returning to college, with tips on navigating admissions, financing education, managing work-life balance, and succeeding academically. Learn More

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Vidya Sagar School, Chennai: Special School that Illuminates Pathways to Empowerment for Individuals with Special Needs

Vidya Sagar is a special needs school in Chennai, India that provides inclusive education and vocational training to empower individuals with disabilities. Learn More

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From Enthusiast to Expert: Mastering the Path to Becoming a Football Sports Agent

A guide to becoming a football sports agent, covering required skills, education paths, networking, regulations, finding clients, and successfully representing players. Know more

HOT OFF THE PRESS FROM ACROSS THE GLOBE

SAE Elevated to University College Status in Australia

Creative Media Institute SAE has been granted University College designation across its Australian campuses. SAE met criteria including research capabilities and self-accrediting degrees. The status change recognises SAE's 48-year contribution, enhances its reputation, and reaffirms its student-focused ethos, without altering studies.

GMAC and Unibuddy Partner to Improve Business School Applications

The Graduate Management Admission Council has partnered with Unibuddy to enhance the business school application process for European students. The initiative allows prospective students to chat with current students through the GMAC website to gain insights on schools, programs, and preparing for the GMAT exam.

University of Tokyo to Launch New Interdisciplinary Program

The University of Tokyo plans to introduce a 5-year bachelor's-master's program combining humanities and sciences starting in 2027, with half of the 100 students accepted annually being international. The interdisciplinary "College of Design" will deliver classes in English to prepare students to address global challenges.

Australia's ELICOS Sector Hit with Highest Visa Rejection Rates in Decades

Australia's ELICOS sector is facing the highest visa rejection rates in almost two decades, with rejections increasingly seeming unreasonable. Stakeholders report visa grants down 30%+ in key markets, hampering recovery efforts. They call for transparency around new criteria causing chaos.

Upscale Summer Programs in the UK, and the US Offer More Than Just English

In response to demand from higher-level students, providers like EC in the UK, US, Canada, and South Africa, and UKLC in the UK, are launching premium summer programs focused less on basic English instruction and more on leadership, career skills and tailored academics to equip wealthy students for university and beyond.

Mumbai Students Rush Abroad for Higher Studies

The number of Mumbai University students seeking to study abroad has more than doubled in 9 years, from 6,300 in 2014-15 to 12,910 in 2022-23. Experts attribute this 100%+ rise to increased aspirations, easy access to information, and finance solutions in tier-II and III cities.

International Students Fight Back Against Cheating Accusations

Ten years after being accused of cheating on English tests in the UK, international students are mobilising to prove their innocence with new evidence, believing they were unjustly implicated in a miscarriage of justice.

Dutch Universities to Manage International Student Intake While Retaining Access

In a collective move, 14 Dutch research universities have agreed to take measures to manage the influx of international students, such as reducing English-taught Bachelor's programs and increasing Dutch-language offerings. However, universities emphasise that international students will still have opportunities to enrol, albeit with fewer English program choices. This aims to balance the benefits and challenges of internationalisation while retaining access to international talent vital to the Dutch labour market.

Hong Kong Universities Diversify International Student Recruitment Amidst Chinese Influx

As Chinese students now account for over 70% of international enrolments at Hong Kong's public universities, exceeding 10,000 for the first time, these institutions are actively working to attract more diverse international students. With a focus on India, a major source country, Hong Kong aims to leverage initiatives like the Top Talent Pass Scheme to maintain its appeal as a study destination amid growing global competition.

Canada Imposes Temporary Cap on International Student Permits Amid Integrity Concerns

Canada has announced a two-year cap on approved study permits and changes to post-graduation work eligibility, aiming to address integrity issues. While universities fear impacts on Canada's reputation as a study destination, the government cites measures as necessary to protect international students from exploitation amidst rapid enrolment growth.

Survey Reveals Higher Ed's Unpreparedness for AI-Driven Disruption

Only 16% of university faculty and 11% of administrators in the U.S. feel ready for the impending changes brought by generative AI in higher education, according to a recent survey. The findings highlight affordability concerns, with many seeing AI as a potential solution for declining enrolment and a need for improved support services for students' well-being. The report underscores the necessity for institutions to strategically integrate AI to enhance learning experiences equitably.