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Feb 6, 2012
The Recession – How has it impacted university study and your chances of admission?
With the onset of the global economic recession, many commentators speculated that university admissions would drop, as the high costs involved in study would redefine university education as luxury. However, rather than forcing young people into the workplace, the opposite has occurred with university application figures in the West rising more than ever. Applications for full-time degree courses... read more
Feb 5, 2012
Studying in the UK – Which University Is Right For Me?
There are many incentives towards studying in the UK. One of the primary reasons is that it boasts some of the top universities in the world. Breaking Harvard’s winning streak for the first time last year was the University of Cambridge, ranking number 1 in the world for academic achievement. Closely following this is UCL (University College London) at number 4, and Oxford University at number 6. In... read more
Feb 4, 2012
Universities in Australia – Which One is Right For Me?
While Australia has a relatively small population of just over 21 million, it ranks as the third most popular location for international students in the english-speaking world, attracting six million people per year that undertake some form of study. There are multiple reasons for this. Australia is known for its unique and picturesque environment and relaxed and open atmosphere but it also has a... read more
Feb 4, 2012
Acquiring a US Student Visa – How difficult is it, really?
Being the location of 6 of the 10 top ranked universities in the world and a home to hundreds of different study institutions, it is no surprise that the US is a desirable location for international students. However, it is also a country that it notorious for it’s visa restrictions, particularly since recent reforms to the F-1 visa in 2002. The first thing to recognise is that process of gaining... read more
Feb 3, 2012
Study Abroad – Universities in the USA
Considering going to university abroad but unsure whether the USA is the right country for you to study? Here are some factors to consider: The US is the world’s fourth largest country and with a highly advanced education system it officially has the highest number of universities in the world. It also boasts six of the top ten ranking universities in the world, according to the 2010 QS World... read more
Jan 27, 2012
TAFE – a practical alternative to university study in Australia
While University study can broaden an individual’s education and provide valuable credentials for a future career path, often commiting years to completing a university degree may prove impractical or inappropriate for every individual. In addition to being time-consuming and lengthy in duration, many university courses are academia based and provide little practical preparation for the... read more
Dec 12, 2011
Finding US Universities With the Most Ideal Reputation
The United States has numerous major universities. It is estimated that in all the 50 states of the country, there are about three to five major public universities that are operating. Thus, many foreign students are easily lured by the fact. International students primarily think that because there is a wide selection of universities, they can easily choose where they would be able to secure and... read more
Dec 9, 2011
The Best Distance Learning Universities in the US
There are many pros and cons to distance or online learning. Since students are not required to show up at a specific place at a specific time, the motivation to get their assignments done rests solely on them. However, being able to work at your own pace and time is a great benefit for those busy adults that would not be able to attend college otherwise. It takes a motivated self paced individual... read more
Dec 8, 2011
Top US Colleges & Universities
United States of America (USA) is the most preferred destination in the world for higher studies and work. Education in USA draws students not solely because it is the most developed nation, but because it provides the highest quality of education. The course structure as well as the method of study train students in a way no other country does. Although this is true for all colleges in America, but... read more
Dec 5, 2011
Why Do Universities Not Teach Us to Become Wealthy?
Many of us have plans to become wealthy from a young age. And for whatever reason. Maybe we want to quit our 9-5. Maybe we want to help our family pay of a mortgage. Maybe we want to travel and live the life we feel that we deserve. However, our standard education has never really taught us how to do this. We are taught how to become mathematicians, historians, and physicians. But we are never taught how... read more
