A new immigration route has opened on Thursday (1 July 2021), allowing international graduates to kick-start their careers in the UK after they have finished their studies at a UK university. The UK Home Office has also confirmed further Covid-19 visa concessions for students unable to travel to the UK.
Canada has taken first place in the 2021 Best Countries Report
In addition to the top overall spot, Canada was also ranked as the best country in the world for quality of life and social purpose, and the third most business-friendly and agile.
Canada is officially the best country in the world. If you are still not sure about your study destination, we recommend you read this report in detail before making your decision. READ MORE
Meet the world’s top universities – QS World University Rankings 2021
This year’s rankings are launched at a challenging time for the whole world, with COVID-19 impacting universities and students alike. The latest QS World University Rankings reveals the top 1,000 universities from around the world, covering 80 different locations. There are 47 new entrants in this year’s top 1,000 while over 5,500 universities were evaluated and considered for inclusion. READ MORE
Studies completed online from outside Canada will count towards PGWP eligibility
International students who are enrolled in a PGWP-eligible program, and meet all other PGWP criteria, can complete one part or even their entire program online from outside of Canada and still be eligible for a PGWP.
Away from all the negativity and bad memories of 2020, all we now need is some good news and positivity to make newer beginnings in 2021, so today we bring you very good news relating to studying in Canada. READ MORE
USA is replacing the current visa lottery system with a salary-based approach
The US Department of Homeland Security has issued a new final rule on the H-1B work visa that will replace the current lottery system with a salary-based approach, a move that some international education industry stakeholders said would impact on international students, while a Presidential proclamation has extended the suspension of H-1B and J-1 work visas. READ MORE
Change to the quarantine rules in England, self-isolation for arrivals may be reduced to 6 days
The UK government announced a change to the quarantine rules. From 15th December, people arriving in England will be able to cut down the current 14-day quarantine period if they pay for a Covid test after five days. READ MORE
International students are switching destinations in their search for in-person learning; Canada is the first choice
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 learning as soon as possible. READ MORE
