A new study tracking international students’ attitudes and behaviors through the pandemic finds that students are increasingly willing to begin studies online if they can eventually switch to face-to-face learning. Demand for in-person learning is high, and more than half of international students said they would consider switching destinations for the chance to begin face-to-face …
Study in UK – the new Graduation Immigration Route provides the opportunity to work in the UK after graduation
On 11 September 2019 the UK Government announced the creation of a new immigration route which will enable international students to remain in the UK for two years after they have completed their studies. For international students wishing to study in the UK, the new post-study work visa provides the opportunity to work in the UK …
International student numbers in Australia could fall by half by mid-2021 if borders remain closed
Australia’s foreign enrolment is projected to drop to 50% of current numbers in 2021 if borders remain closed to international arrivals, according to a new report from the Mitchell Institute, an education think tank at Victoria University. In 2019, more than 758,000 visa-holding international students were studying in Australia. This year, there are about 210,000 …
We are looking for Education Program Manager and English Teachers for a modern approach to learning English
Over 10,000 students have placed their education and professional development safely in our hands, so why not do the same for your career? This year has been unprecedented and the Covid-19 situation has brought new challenges for schools with an increased need for online language learning. Students now face a myriad of online learning programs, …
Putting creativity at the heart of each student’s learning journey
Deep but entertaining talks by late Sir Ken Robinson, warmly recommended to all educators out there. A legendary figure in the fields of education and creativity, Sir Ken Robinson, has recently died at the age of 70. He was the world’s best-known and most entertaining educator and his talk “Do Schools Kill Creativity?” was the …
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What do recent graduates earn in Germany?
With lectures at universities and colleges restarting in Germany this autumn, new students may be asking themselves what they want to gain from their education. A springboard into academic research? Or perhaps a means to enter a certain profession? On the other hand, some students simply go through education simply for the promise of greater …
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Visas for UK students have changed this month, check the new requirements!
This month, the UK government changed the immigration route for students! What used to be the ‘Tier 4’ route has become the ‘Student’ route. Most of the changes are not significant but they might affect you. PRODIREKT academic advisors have put together a handy guide for you to understand the rules on the new visa …
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The advantages of small international schools
With the thousands of international schools available around the world, it can be overwhelming trying to make the best decision for your child’s education. Some parents go for the glitz and glamour of the large schools with an abundance of facilities, but often forget youth need attention, and it is often difficult to get that …
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Canada to reopen borders to all international students starting October 20
International students will be able to enter Canada from October 20 if the institution they are studying at has a Covid-19 readiness plan approved.
The importance of role models in choosing our career or life path
The power of role models and their influence on us cannot be underestimated. This is particularly true for young people. Whether they are a parent, an athlete, a musician, an actor, or someone else, young people are going to latch onto someone and their accompanying philosophy. They will be influenced by that person’s words, because …
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