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Israel launches PhD sandwich programme with scholarship up to Rs 17 lakh
October 17, 2020 15:04 IST
Selected students will get an annual scholarship of 80,000 NIS per year (Rs 17 lakh approx). Interested candidates must apply directly to the relevant Israeli university. Scholarship recipients will be notified by the university by February 15, 2021.
Indian-origin Srikant Datar named Dean of Harvard Business School
October 10, 2020 10:15 IST
Datar, an alumnus of the University of Bombay and IIM-Ahmedabad, is the second consecutive dean hailing from India to lead the prestigious 112-year-old institution.
UK opens new ‘simplified’ points-based student visa route
September 11, 2020 12:46 IST
The new Student Route improves on the previous Tier 4 route by making it more streamlined for sponsoring institutions and their students, creating clearer pathways for students, and ensuring the UK remains competitive in a changing global education market.
Visas granted to Indian students to study in UK more than doubles
August 28, 2020 14:30 IST
The UK's new post-study work visa, or Graduate Route, comes in force from the 2020-21 academic year. It can further boost Indian student applications to UK universities, given the option of being able to apply for work at the end of a degree course.
Covid effect: 61% students defer plan to study abroad, says studySubscriber Only
August 22, 2020 11:23 IST
The findings are part of an ongoing survey by QS of prospective international students and how the Covid crisis has impacted their study plans.
India’s Ambassador to the US urges students not to panic as COVID-19 pandemic is temporary
August 20, 2020 19:42 IST
These unprecedented times should in fact inspire us to work harder and contribute towards building a self-reliant, modern, prosperous and happy India. For the hundreds of challenges we face, we have the capacity to provide billions of solutions, said Taranjit Singh Sandhu
Indian students struggle to access Covid-19 hardship funds in UK: Study
August 20, 2020 09:20 IST
As international students, we are suffering from financial hardship as a result of COVID-19. We don't have part-time jobs and our family members are unable to support us in this pandemic. At the moment we are forced to use [the] food bank and [are] struggling with accommodation costs, a student said
DAAD 2020: Indo-German research collaboration fellowship applications are open
July 24, 2020 12:11 IST
DAAD 2020: India-German research collaboration fellowship is inviting application. Interested applicants will have to send their applications via the university or college they are enrolled in at ugcic2@gmail.com by August 4.
World will impatiently need you, writes Dean, US-based engineering college to international students
July 10, 2020 13:01 IST
'As we navigate these uncertain times together, please do not forget that your future as engineering graduates is brighter than ever before. Indeed, an important lesson we learned during this unprecedented crisis is the vital role that science and technology play,' wrote the dean.
Applications open for Japanese Govt Scholarship Program 2021, an all expense covered grant
July 6, 2020 17:16 IST
Students will get an allowance of 1,17,000 yen per month. A supplemental regional allowance of 2,000 yen or 3,000 yen per month will be added to the monthly scholarship amount for the grantees studying or conducting research in specially designated regions.
UK report calls for four-year post-study visas to attract more Indian students
June 16, 2020 13:00 IST
Under the current rules, the UK is set to open up a new “Graduate” visa route, commonly referred to as a post-study visa, for the 2020-21 intake to UK universities.
Will COVID boost ‘study in India’ and will ‘study abroad’ take a backseat?Subscriber Only
June 6, 2020 15:35 IST
Even if half of the outbound students consider applying for admissions in India, the cut-offs for admissions will go higher than normal. Here is what to do to keep your study abroad plan on track without wasting a year and still stay safe.
Lawmakers urge Trump admin to ensure international students can enroll for Fall classes
June 3, 2020 11:06 IST
With more than 200,000 students, India accounts for the second largest number of international students in the US.
Fee-waivers, IELTS relaxation: What are foreign universities offering to enroll international studentsSubscriber Only
May 29, 2020 22:55 IST
From fee-waivers to online courses, from virtual tours to provisional admissions and the option to join on-campus at any time, foreign universities are luring Indian students who make the second-highest influx of international exchange. But is it a wise option to study abroad this session?
Virtual graduation ceremony for Indian students in US in time of coronavirus pandemic
May 23, 2020 18:32 IST
Organised by the Embassy of India Student Hub, the event was aimed at recognising the students' academic accomplishments and boosting their morale in the face of the continuing uncertainty caused by the pandemic.
Times Higher Education to offer free placement, counsulation services to international students
May 23, 2020 18:30 IST
Both THE and SI-UK will hold a free webinar on May 27 on 'International Students in the UK and Covid-19: What Happens Next?'. THE in an official statement said that the webinar aims to provide a clear picture to Asian students contemplating studying in the UK.
New South Wales to provide accommodation for stranded international students
May 23, 2020 18:31 IST
A new 24/7 international student support service, through the NSW Government COVID-19 hotline (13 77 88), will offer free advice and information about other measures
Taking up the challenge of studying overseas amid coronavirus pandemicSubscriber Only
May 23, 2020 18:24 IST
What will be the future of those Indian students who are courageous enough to take that step, possibly beginning courses online or stepping off a plane into a still emerging reality?
Activities to do during lockdown that can add up in your portfolioSubscriber Only
April 14, 2020 14:38 IST
Once you begin to think about it, there’s no limit to the number of activities that you can participate in during the COVID lockdown and here is a list of activities which can keep you busy and add in your portfolio
Coronavirus: Big relief for Indian students studying in Australia
April 5, 2020 17:29 IST
The government relaxed working hours for international students allowing them to work for up to 40 hours per fortnight from May 1 this year
UK vs US vs Canada: Countries to choose for STEM courses
April 5, 2020 15:45 IST
Here are some STEM courses offered at undergraduate level by major countries include United Kingdom, United States of America (USA), and Canada
Coronavirus: Study abroad dreams shattered or delayed; students look for plan B
April 6, 2020 09:59 IST
According to counsellors, the situation looks grim and might affect long term plans for many
Coronavirus: Students to take TOEFL, GRE at home
April 3, 2020 11:31 IST
After canceling the global exams, now measures are being taken to ensure the same can be attempted from home with higher security standard.
How coronavirus disrupted Indian students’ study abroad dreamSubscriber Only
April 2, 2020 18:22 IST
As foreign universities are conducting classes digitally, Indian students studying abroad are feeling that their study abroad dream has come crashing down. The worst hit are those on job-search visas or in the final year as their visa deadlines are racing against the lockdown timelines. Applications for the winter sessions have been halted and candidates who received the offer letter are also reconsidering.
South Asia: Close to home study destinations and scholarships – all you need to knowSubscriber Only
March 10, 2020 18:58 IST
To know about the South Asia-based institutes and the most prestigious scholarship options available to them, read on.
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