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Emphasizing ‘Quality over Quantity’ Might Lead to Uneven Growth in Australia:

International student system of Australia is expected to grow by 3.7% based on existing market share, resulting in an additional 220,000 students in the country by 2030. The government has introduced several policy changes. It projects that if international student numbers continue to grow at this rate (3.7%), international student’s proportion will rise. However, domestic …

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The US student visa approval rate hit 65%; Indians are the top beneficiaries:

The US has seen the largest yearly increase in student visas in over a decade, making this year the largest for the issuance of F-1 visas since 2016. In 2022, the US Department of State issued over 411,000 student visas, which is up from 15% in 2021. As per the data from the State Department, …

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The Australia Visa System complicates Student Expectations

There is a mixed message on visa issues in Australia that makes it complicated for students and agents to understand what the view of stakeholders is. Consultants and stakeholders in the international education sector have expressed concern over the growing difficulties that incoming students face. Changes to visa rules and procedures have added layers of …

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Indian Professionals May Benefit from the US Recapture of Unused Green Cards

The United States government has unveiled plans to reclaim unused green cards, a move that might help Indian professionals and address the long-standing visa backlog. The initiative aims to shift unused visa numbers from previous years, giving those awaiting permanent residence in the country a chance to apply. The US government’s decision is a significant …

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A study permit is no longer a requirement to study in Canada

A study permit is no longer a requirement to study in Canada

Canada has announced a new measure to help international workers improve their skills. The period of opportunity for international workers to advance their education and skills begins immediately. The new 3-year policy will allow foreign workers to study full- or part-time without limits while their work permits are valid or until the policy ends. The …

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IRCC allows four new English language exams for the Student Direct Stream

IRCC allows four new English language exams for the Student Direct Stream:

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently announced that Canada will now accept scores from four new tests. IRCC will begin accepting test results for four new tests on August 10, 2023. Student Direct Stream (SDS) applicants can now opt for any of the following tests: Students appearing for the aforementioned test must fulfil …

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Changing trends in digital language learning:

There is a surge in the number of language learners across the world. A global research firm, HolonlQ, forecasted in 2021 that the language training industry will nearly double in size compared to 2019. The report estimates that the D2C language training industry will expand to reach US$115 billion in 2025. It is anticipated that …

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Indian students prefer to study a STEM-designated MBA in the US

STEM-designated MBA courses offer international students the lucrative benefit of staying back in the country for three years. In recent years, US universities have come up with two courses and redesigned STEM-designated MBA courses. However, the course was designed keeping in mind the needs of the commercial and business worlds. As per the latest trends, …

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Germany will process 25,000 student visas for Indian students

The German embassy in India has received 25,000 applications in 2023 for study visas for the next two semester intakes, as per Ambassador Phillipp Ackerman. In a recent discussion at the Acumen Global Gateway on April 20, 2023, Ambassador Phillipp Ackerman stated that Indian students in Germany have surged in recent times. The German embassy …

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