WILL AUSTRALIA FOLLOW CANADA’S CAP ON STUDENT VISAS?

Canada's recent decision to impose a cap on international students has sent ripples through the global higher education sector. In December 2023, at the International Education Symposium SYMPLED2023, the Hon Julian Hill MP discussed the possibility of Australia implementing similar measures, sparking debate and concern among education leaders.   The Canadian government, under Immigration Minister Marc Miller, announced a two-year cap on new international students early on Monday morning,

WE NEED TO KEEP THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS COMING

The possible drop in the number of international students is a major concern with far-reaching effects due to the uncertainty surrounding the future intake of these students.   International students' tuition fees are crucial to the financial stability of universities in nations such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. These students are a substantial part of the academic community, with their numbers reaching over a million in the USA alone. However, this reliance

24/7 RECRUITMENT: MAXIMIZING YOUR OUTREACH WITH MULTI-CHANNEL MARKETING

There is a common sentiment among those involved in the ever-changing field of student recruitment: the process is becoming more difficult, not less. The recruitment landscape has become more competitive as student mobility patterns change around the world and more schools compete for international students. The current challenge is to keep your school at the forefront of prospective students' minds as they weigh their options. However, this does not mean spreading thin; rather, it calls for strategic,

CANADA ADDS LATIN AMERICAN AND CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES TO EXPEDITED STUDENT VISA PROGRAMME

Canada announced a significant expansion of its Student Direct Stream (SDS) on 9 July 2021, with students from seven new countries throughout the Americas now eligible to participate in the expedited programme for Canadian study permits. Students from Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago may now apply via SDS, an online option that offers faster processing times for eligible study permit applicants. The premise

CANADA OPENS NEW IMMIGRATION PATHWAY FOR INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES

The Canadian government has announced a new pathway to permanent residence for over 90,000 essential workers and international graduates already in the country. Eligible essential workers are those working in one of 40 healthcare occupations “as well as 95 other essential jobs across a range of fields, like caregiving and food production and distribution.” Many of these workers have been crucial contributors to Canada’s fight against COVID and, as in other countries, the pandemic has revealed

HOW TO GET INTO A CANADIAN UNIVERSITY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

The second largest country in the world, Canada is a wildly popular destination for international students. As one of the world leaders in higher education, Canada offers students a range of opportunity and experiences. It’s not surprising you want to study there, but when you have absolutely no idea where to start, it might feel like an unreachable goal. And because every university – and even each individual program – has its own rules and requirements, things can seem even more tricky. So here it is, the whole process broken down into manageable steps.

BEST CANADIAN UNIVERSITIES HAVE SOME OF THE MOST EMPLOYABLE GRADUATES IN THE WORLD

While most Canadians are often concerned about how high universities rank when it comes to education, it's also important to know how likely you will be to get employed after graduating. In a recent study, universities were ranked across the world to see who has some of the most employable graduates, and multiple Canadian universities actually made the list. Top Universities ranked hundreds of universities across the globe to see which students are more likely to get jobs after graduating. While

PRACTICAL TIPS ON HOW TO SAVE MONEY IN DURING YOUR STUDIES IN CANADA

If you are planning to study in Canada this post is for you. Even though most international students are prepared to come to Canada and get a job to help with daily expenses, there are ways to save money and make the trip smoother. Check out 5 simples ways to help you save money. Opt for cheaper food As much as it is a pleasure to try the local cuisine of another country - especially Canada that does not have a specific and targeted - one must be careful not to spend more than necessary in

4 IN 10 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TURNED AWAY BY CANADIAN IMMIGRATION

More than half the international students headed to undergraduate programs in Canada were turned away this year by immigration officials. Between January and May, officers rejected 53 per cent of the study permit applications filed by foreign students hoping to begin a bachelor program in Canada, according to data provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The record refusal rate is part of a trend that has seen immigration officials refuse a higher proportion of applications every

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN CANADA: NEW STRATEGY FOR 2019-2024

Canada’s five year international student strategy is aiming to attract students from a diverse background and also promoting different cities and universities to have a better outbound mobility. Recent numbers shows that 570,000 foreign study permit holders contributed over $21 billion to the Canadian economy since the start of 2019, representing a vital part for the country’s economy. A key aim of the new $148-million strategy is to increase the variety of source countries for international

CANADA: PAKISTAN IS NOW PART OF THE STUDENT DIRECT STREAM SCHEME

The Student Direct stream is a fast-track visa processing for international students. At the moment Pakistan will join India, China, Vietnam and the Philippines. All processing times are reduced via the direct stream and most of visas are being analyzed in three weeks. To be able to apply for a study permit under the Direct Stream the applicant needs to provide further information on the English proficiency level and also on financial capacity. The minimum score at IELTS is 6 and financial support

RECENT NUMBERS FROM LANGUAGE EDUCATION CANADA

As we know Canada is one of the top destinations for studying abroad. The newly released 2018 Annual Report on Language Education in Canada, shows that the number of enrolment in Canada’s language programmes grew by 6% from 2017 to 2018, with Canadian language schools booking a 2% increase in student weeks over the same period. Most of the international students are coming from Asia, representing 41% of the total, followed by Latin America (32%) and Europe (11%). [caption id="attachment_12683"

MORE CANADIAN UNIVERSITIES ACCEPTING PTE ENGLISH TEST

If you are planning to study a higher education course in Canada you already know that you will need to proof your English Language proficiency. The most common test used to be IELTS, however the The computer-based Pearson Academic English teste is getting more and more popular. Pearson institute has announced 5 new Canadian institutions that are now accepting this test, meaning the exam is now recognised by 90% of the country’s post-secondary institutions. The new institutions are: Holland

ENTERING THE POOL - CANADA

SIN NUMBER - CANADA

The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you need to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits.

CANADA - EXPRESS ENTRY

Canada is changing its economic immigration programs to provide more opportunities to prospective skilled immigrants. As of January 2015, skilled foreign workers have access to Express Entry.

CANADA - WORK PERMIT

Many international students studying abroad in Canada will want to work during their time spent studying in the country. For these students, it is important to be aware of the rules that regulate them under their Study Permit when it comes to work.

CANADA - VISA CONDITIONS

Planning to Study in Canada? Is always good to be aware of the conditions for obtaining a Student Permit. All applications require time and planning to keep the process on track and ready before your course starts.

WHY CANADA

Canada is for sure a top destination for international students. But why so many people choose Canada to live, study and work?

HOW TO APPLY TO STUDY IN CANADA

If your plan is to study in Canada you may need a Student Visa. However all courses with duration of 6 months or less does not require a Study Permit; you can apply for a Visitor Visa or even an Electronic Travel Authorization, depending on your country of Citizenship.