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Finding Work in Ireland Where the Big Bucks Are: Scholarship Applications

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Top Five Reasons to Study in Switzerland Look to the Caribbean for Medical Studies

Special Feature: GREAT Britain

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THE EDITOR Dear Readers: Welcome to the Fall 2012 issue of Canadian Student Magazine. We all hope that you had a great summer. As every year at this time, we know that many of you are embarking on a new chapter, whether this means entering a new class in high school, starting a new year in university, making your professional decisions, or making plans for what lies ahead for you. Academic, personal and professional development planning can be exciting as well as daunting. Canadian Student Magazine and GoStudy.ca are both designed to help you make informed decisions for your future, both short- and long-term. With our semiannual publication and our year-round website, you can find information on different countries, programs and opportunities on how to excel academically and personally.

Our contributing writers and our advertisers are committed to bringing you current and valuable information to arm you with inspiration and knowledge so that you can make the best choice for you. Share the information with your friends and family, check out the many resource sites in the articles and ads, and discover the world of opportunity that is out there. And be sure to mark your calendar for the Study and Go Abroad International University and Student Travel Expo dates this coming Spring. Canada’s largest event of this nature will again take place in Montréal, Toronto and Vancouver, March 2-5, 2013. See www.studyandgoabroad.com for more details on how to meet with representatives from universities and student travel/volunteer program providers from around the world.

See you back here in March!

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Scholarships In Australia: Up To $228,500

Look to the Caribbean for Medical Studies

Profile: University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine

Profile: St. Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University

Top 50 Clinical, Pre-Clinical And Health Universities 2011-2012

Profile: Ecole Hoteliere De Lausanne

Open Wide! Why Canadian Students Study Dentistry in Australia

16 Fraggle, the Tram, and New Zealand Farms

28 Study in ESTONIA

30 Top Five Reasons to Study in Switzerland

36 Discover Norway

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46 Destination: United Kingdom

60 Studying in the UK is Great!

Swiss-Canadian Youth Mobility Program: Internship Opportunities for Young Canadians

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The U.K. Law School Advantage

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Great Canadians Study in the UK

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Applying for UK Undergraduate Studies

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London Olympics Benefit Students

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Building Your Education, Building Your Future

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EducationUSA Advises International Student-Athletes

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Get a World-Renowned Degree in France

66 Finding Free Money

72 Canadians Are Still Finding Work in Ireland With Some Help

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82 Making a Difference in Africa

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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY Campus of International Excellence in Spain The certification granted by the Spanish Ministry of Education ascertains our efforts towards a firstclass education and front-line research actions. The University of the Basque Country is connected to over 150 countries around the world and welcomes an increasing number of visiting students and researchers every year. Our extensive course catalogue will certainly meet your career building expectations. What´s more, the Basque Country´s dazzling landscapes, age-old culture and countless leisure options will be the perfect finishing touch for a most memorable educational or research stay.

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Human Services – Help people at risk or in crises; make a positive impact on the lives of individuals Criminal Justice – Rehabilitate, intervene and protect Fire Services – Keep communities safe; deliver compassionate emergency services www.communityservices.humber.ca The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine • 20-month (5-Terms) Basic Sciences Program - U.S. medical school curriculum • Smaller class sizes offer excellent teacher-student ratios

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme offers university graduates one-year full-time renewable contracts teaching English in Japanese public schools as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs), or as Coordinators of International Relations (CIRs) at local Japanese government offices. The JET Programme is funded by the Japanese government and is aimed at promoting grass-roots international exchanges between Japan and other nations. Participants are offered support in the form of training seminars, counselling, Japanese language classes and various resource materials. For further information about the JET Programme or how to apply, visit our website. www.jetprogramme.ca

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• Unique educational philosophy under the guidance of an esteemed Academic Advisory Board of Trustees • Approved for Canadian government loans and grants • The beautiful and relaxed nature of the island of Sint Eustatius provides students with a quiet learning environment and a variety of recreational activities • Optional 5th Term in the United States • Testing Center is designed to simulate USMLE testing environment for all Basic Sciences exams to better prepare students for USMLE Step 1 • Excellent opportunities for Clinical Rotations and Residency Placements info@eustatiusmed.edu

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Discover the world of hospitality management at the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne! The world’s first hotel school prepares tomorrow’s leaders. We provide the solid management education of a top business school while basing our programs on our own unique educational philosophy: Hospitality management as both a science and an art. We are an international, bilingual university. Our twoyear Diploma and our four-year Bachelor of Science programmes are offered in both English and French. Our 12-month Executive MBA is offered in English. We have two annual entry dates: September and February. Admissions criteria and application deadlines are detailed on our website:

Is Teaching Your dream? At Wayne State University in Michigan, you can earn your degree and teacher certification through our Canadian Certification Program. On WSU’s beautiful Midtown Detroit campus, you will learn from acclaimed faculty and emerge prepared to assume leadership roles in real-world settings. After a year of probationary teaching in Ontario, you will be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers, well-equipped to succeed. Ontario residents qualify for in-state tuition rates. Get details at 313-577-1601 or coe.wayne.edu. Visit during the WSU Open House on October 20, 2012, at 9 a.m.-noon, or take a virtual tour at wayne.edu.

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If you’re in the right place, one idea – your idea – can have a profound impact Queen’s, located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, is a place where graduate students learn and discover in a close-knit intellectual community. Offering over 100 graduate degree programs that span disciplines in six academic faculties and two schools, Queen’s also offers many cross-faculty, interdisciplinary and collaborative programs. This range of scholarly options and breadth in research strength has made Queen’s the destination of choice of more than 3,500 graduate students from over 52 countries. Want to know more about our graduate programs? Visit our website at www.queensu.ca/sgs

Advantages of UCLA Extension Certificate Programs: • Studying side-by-side and networking with U.S. participants • Instructors who are industry professionals and experts in their fields • Courses with a practical, real-life perspective • Curriculum approved by UCLA faculty • Increasing knowledge in areas related to your career goals • Affordable program fees--you pay for courses on a quarter-to-quarter basis • Evening courses with the daytime free for study, recreation, and leisure activities • Mild Southern California climate year-round • The excitement and diversity of Los Angeles

In 2007, St. George’s University School of Medicine – a renowned medical school in Grenada, West Indies – started the Virtual Hospital Program in an effort to utilize alumnis’ expertise by mentoring Grenadian health care providers. The primary role of the virtual alumni staff is teaching, rounding, and coaching local doctors at the General Hospital. To date, over 500 Grenadians have directly benefited from a number of clinics facilitated under the Virtual Hospital Program. The Program has also generated a donation of $500,000 USD in equipment and medical supplies, further increasing the hospital’s capabilities to treat patients. Visit www.sgu.edu to learn more.

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Do your MSc in Marine Ecology in the Arctic! Do you have an interest in marine ecosystems in the Arctic? Are you fascinated by how genes interact with the environment? Or are you attracted by how new technology may be used within marine sciences? The unique combination of Marine Ecology, Molecular Biology and Oceanography makes the MSc in Marine Ecology at University of Nordland (UiN), Norway, truly innovative!

For more than 30 years, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) has been helping students achieve their dream of becoming doctors. Over 90 percent of our students come from North America and hail from a wide variety of backgrounds. At AUC, you will be given the opportunity to learn in a supportive environment with faculty who are committed to your success, and earn a degree that will not only change the lives of others, but your own life as well. For more information, visit AUCmed.edu.

Canadian Andrea Bozman holds an MSc in Marine Ecology and is about to continue with her Ph.D. at UiN. - ‘I highly recommend the program for any student who wants to study right next to the ocean! The program includes a wide range of elective courses and has a high ratio of professors to students,’ she says enthusiastically. Learn more at www.uin.no/fba_english or contact Gøril Frømyr Borgen: gfb@uin.no

Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) was founded in 1978 and offers a Doctor of Medicine degree program administered by a faculty whose primary responsibility is teaching. Students spend 16 months at RUSM’s campus in Dominica and then begin clinical rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals in the US. RUSM has graduated more than 9,000 successful physicians who are practicing across the US and Canada. RUSM operates on a three-semester schedule, allowing students to start in September, January or May, and has administrative offices in North Brunswick, NJ.

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Why do students choose the University of GuelphHumber? 1. Location: study in Toronto, Canada’s largest and most diverse city. 2. Degree + Diploma: earn a degree for the University of Guelph and a diploma for Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning in four years of full-time study. 3. Industry Connection: workplace experience is part of every program. 4. Close-Knit Community: our average class size is only 48 students. 5. Focused Academic Programs: each program’s combination of knowledge and experience prepares you for anything: start your career, apply to graduate school, professional programs or teacher’s college. guelphhumber.ca/futurestudents

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Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) offers an internationally-accredited veterinary program focused on educating tomorrow’s leaders and discoverers in veterinary medicine. RUSVM is dedicated to providing academic excellence for students as the foundation for becoming sought-after, practice-ready veterinarians for North America and beyond. RUSVM has proudly graduated more than 2,900 successful veterinarians in its 30-year history and operates on a three-semester schedule, allowing students to start in September, January or May. For more information, visit RossU.edu.

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Medical School for International Health We are currently accepting applications for the entering class of 2013. Our North-American medical school curriculum incorporates global health coursework into all four years of the curriculum through modules, workshops and special training. The capstone experience is an eight-week global health clerkship working with underserved populations at approved sites around the world. First-year medical students at the MSIH blog about their experiences studying global health in the desert at MSIH: My First Year of Medical School, http://firstyearmsih.blogspot.com Have questions? Visit us on the web at http://www.cumc.columbia.edu/dept/bgcu-md, or email us for more information at bgcu-md@columbia.edu

Laureate Hospitality Education (LHE) is a global network of top-ranking hospitality institutes in Switzerland, Spain, China, Australia and the USA. LHE’s network is dedicated to providing high-quality Swiss hospitality education, accredited programs and an international platform of educational and career resources for the future leaders of the fast-growing world of hospitality. • Glion Institute of Higher Education - Switzerland • Les Roches International School of Hotel Management - Switzerland • LRG University of Applied Sciences - Switzerland • Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School - Australia • Les Roches International School of Hotel Management Marbella - Spain • Les Roches Jin Jiang International Hotel Management College - Shanghai, China • Kendall College - Chicago, USA www.LaureateHospitality.com

Don’t miss the Study at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and be a part of Asia’s World City. We are an internationally recognized research university offering degree programs in Science, Engineering, Business & Management, and Humanities and Social Science. All of our programs are taught in English and lead to honors degrees. HKUST has been ranked 1st in Asia for two consecutive years (by QS Asian Universities Rankings 2011 & 2012), and ranked 40th in the World (by QS World Universities Rankings 2011). We are also ranked 1st in Global EMBA for three consecutive years (by Financial Times EMBA Rankings 2009-2011). Our 2013/14 application system will be available online starting September 2012. To join us or learn about our University, please visit http://join.ust.hk

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS I am currently an Erasmus student studying at the University of the Basque Country (Universidad del Pais Vasco) in Bilbao, Spain. I come from a suburban area near the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is where I was born and raised and I am proud to call this area my home. I have been given the wonderful opportunity to study abroad for five months in the Basque Country. I have been living here for nearly a month now, and I find new reasons why I love it more and more each day. The students at the university, along with the locals of Bilbao, are very supportive and helpful to Erasmus students who are adjusting to the new environment. Bilbao, surrounded by many beautiful museums, parks, churches, and beaches, is a great place to explore, meet new friends and submerge yourself into a fascinating, new culture.

go swimming. This is definitely an experience - one that I’ll remember for the rest of my life! Sasha Arjmand Toronto, Ontario, CA

Beverley Taam, Canadian Graduate of: Les Roches International

Studying medicine at The Medical School for International Health at Ben Gurion University has been an illuminating

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Back in Grade 12, when I was trying to decide my future, I chose to roll the dice to go somewhere with endless possibilities. Hong Kong was a place like that, and I ended up spending four very enriching years here, full of new friends, laughter, and excitement. Not only is HKUST a beautiful campus, but it really prepared me for my career as I advanced into my chosen field of investment banking.

experience! With a curriculum focusing on global health, I have been able to explore my passion for working with underserved communities and enjoy the learning process to the fullest. From the elderly Ethiopian couple in the clinic, to the Bedouin in the outskirts of the Negev desert, I have been challenged to practice the art of medicine in clinically diverse settings.

Joshua Tsui, from Vancouver Completed Bachelor Degree in Business

Sanjai Dayal, graduate of the University of

Krista Stippelmans, Erasmus exchange

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Ottawa, and fourth-year medical student at

student at the Higher Technical School of

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I chose to study at Les Roches to gain the best experience to prepare me for the real working world and to meet many people from various cultural backgrounds.

I came across the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine as a referral from my one of my friends. He informed me that the school has one of the best clinical programs for rotations. So far, although I cannot speak of the Clinical experience yet, the Basic Science experience I’ve had here is fantastic. Classes are small and ideal for faculty interaction.

During my studies, I completed my internships in Hong Kong and Shanghai, where I learnt how to manage stress and satisfy guests. Les Roches definitely brings me cultural awareness and makes me more of a people person. Les Roches prepares you to enter the industry through a 12

bottom-up approach to learning. In the future, I plan first to become a management trainee, then hopefully become a director of a particular department.

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The island itself is a small, very safe, and friendly island. It feels great, after class, to go down to the beach and

I was able to meet and work with students from all over the world, which is exciting because you are able to bring different cultural elements to the table…. Caitlin Neary, student at Ecole hoteliere de Lausanne

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Rosa Figueroa, Mississauga, Ontario Bachelor of Applied Arts -Criminal Justice Program Humber Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning

Ariana Lockstadt, an Ontario native at St. George’s University School of Medicine, has experienced a boost of selfconfidence since she first landed on campus two years ago. As Ariana explains, “Our professors teach us to become confident, not only in our studies, but also in our careers as medical professionals. I now feel like I can go anywhere in the world, fully confident in my skills and medical education.” Ariana plans to one day practice near her Ontario home, continuing the tradition of SGU’s superior reputation of graduating leaders in health care.

The College of Education at Wayne State University is a great option for higher education because of the commitment of its people. As a Canadian student, the college has given me the opportunity to experience everything that teaching has to offer, all of the support and resources necessary to integrate me into its community of learners, and the chance to experience teaching abroad. I’ve been able to exercise my passion for teaching, my commitment to students, and my drive for a better education.

I would highly recommend studying at University of Nordland! You get adequate support from the staff as it’s such a small university. I was also very surprised at just how beautiful the area surrounding the university is. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys the outdoor lifestyle! Within my first month here, I’d been on fishing trips, hiking trips, and swimming in some of the most beautiful lakes, which are a 15-minute walk from the University.

I really like the

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program after graduating from Police Foundations because I wanted to learn more and get more experience. I felt that getting a degree would open more doors for me, and I knew I’d get the education I was looking for at Humber.

fact that the instructors had lots of experience related directly to what they were teaching. This helped me gain a better understanding of the field. Virginia Kingston, Canada Certificate in Entertainment Studies, UCLA Extension

The BSc in Biology is brilliant and the university itself is a wonderful environment to be studying in. So far I think moving to Norway has been the best decision of my life, and I have had the most amazing experience at university so far! Megan Doxford, BSc in Biology student from Durham, United Kingdom

Finding a Ph.D programme can be daunting. Early into my search I realised that studying outside of Canada would give me international academic and life experience. With an excellent global reputation and a world-class architecture school, I knew University College London (UCL) was where I had to study. Sure there are great facilities on campus, but you can’t beat UCL’s location within central London. Some of the greatest libraries in the world are nearby, including The British Library. Central London also offers the international student an endless supply of cultures, experiences and entertainment all just a short walk away from UCL. Brent Pilkey, PhD Architectural History and

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Theory at the Bartlett School of Architecture,

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Why Canadian Students Study Dentistry in Australia

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Canada is home to eight English-taught dental schools that accept a combined total of 331 students each year. The University of Toronto offers the largest number of seats at 66 - a small number compared with the 477 applicants in 2011. Western University in London, Ontario, stacks up with an even lower acceptance rate, narrowing down 618 applicants in 2011 to award 56 spots. The discouraging stats are causing more students to look beyond national borders for dentistry programs.

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The reality for many Canadian students pursuing professional degrees is that demand for seats in professional programs heavily outweighs the supply within Canada’s education system. For a prime example, consider dentistry.

In 2010, Australia became a serious consideration for many Canadians pursuing careers in dentistry after the National Dental Examining Board (NDEB) started recognizing the reciprocal agreement between the Australian Dental Council and the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. The agreement allows accredited graduates of either body to practice dentistry in Australia or Canada. It also means Canadian students returning home with dentistry degrees earned in Australia can follow the same licensing process as Canadian domestic graduates. Full licensure is granted after successfully completing the National Exam administered by the NDEB. For Andy Won Jun Lee, a first-year dentistry student at University of Adelaide in Adelaide, Australia, the reciprocal agreement made applying to study in Australia a priority. “I was initially thinking about studying in Canada, but considering my GPA and the competitiveness to get in, I was looking into other ways to get into dentistry.”

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Annie Geng, a graduate student at the University of Toronto and an Australian dental school applicant, also notes that the reciprocal agreement made it an easy decision for her to apply in Australia. “Australian dental schools are recognized by the Canadian dental association,” she said, “which is great since you can complete your education there and come back to Canada to do the board exam and get your license.”

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The University of British Columbia graduate came across dental schools in Australia after reading medicine and dentistry blogs. “I talked to my friends about it,” he said, “and they told me that I was able to come back to Canada and practice here if I wanted to because of the reciprocity that recently passed.”

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Australian dental schools also have taken note of the reciprocal agreement. “Since Canada and Australia agreed to recognize each other’s dentistry qualifications, there has been a substantial increase in dentistry-related enquiries from prospective students from Canada,” Anthony Bradley of Griffith University said.

In 2011, the University of Melbourne paved the way for graduate dentistry in Australia when it opened its doors with Australia’s first ever Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. The University of Sydney and the University of Western Australia followed suit, offering Doctor of Dental Medicine programs beginning in 2012 and 2013, respectively. These graduate options attract strong interest from prospective students coming out of Canadian undergraduate programs, though students with bachelor degrees are not exclusively seeking graduate options. James Cook University (JCU) in Cairns, Australia is a prime example of this. JCU offers a five-year Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree and has an annual quota of 14 international students. In 2012, all 14 spaces were filled by Canadians. JCU is one of many bachelor-level dentistry courses offered throughout Australia, meaning that Canadians can apply directly after high school or at any point during their undergraduate degree. Ranging from four to five years in program length, both the undergraduate and graduate programs continue to attract interest and increased applications.When it comes to achieving academic and career goals, Canadian students are willing to pack up their belongings, 16

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Adding to the appeal of reciprocity, Australian dental schools also reserve a generous number of places within their programs for international students. At the University of Melbourne, half of the 80 dentistry spots are reserved for international students. Those 40 seats, combined with Melbourne’s notable reputation, make Melbourne’s Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) popular among prospective students from Canada. In fact, Melbourne’s annual quota for international students is larger than some of the top Canadian institutions’ domestic quota, including University of Alberta (33), Dalhousie University (38) and McGill (32).

move overseas and work hard at successfully earning a qualification that is recognized both at home and abroad. In 2014, the first group of students will graduate with degrees recognized in both Canada and Australia. According to Academia Group, this could not be at a better time. Academia Group’s 2011 data predict Canada will experience a shortage of more than 644,000 trained health providers in the next decade. With this in mind, the recognition of Australian-trained dentists should come as a relief to the Canadian health system. If all goes as planned, Canadians studying in Australia will return home to a very healthy job market.

In the meantime, those abroad and those considering studying abroad can focus on more pressing issues. For Lee, this means coping with Australian colleagues who are amused by his Canadian accent, and efforts to adapt to cross-cultural differences. “(Before coming to Australia) I did not know toque was a Canadian slang for beanie.” Contributed by: Kim Randall (krandall@globalinksabroad.org) Regional Director, Canada GlobaLinks Learning Abroad For more information about studying in Australia, contact GlobaLinks Learning Abroad at 1 800 980 0033, email Canada@DegreesOverseas.ca, or visit www.DegreesOverseas.ca. Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

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AUSTRALIA University of Melbourne veterinary medicine school student embraces practical work and Australian city-life experiences Since she first started veterinary school at the University of Melbourne, Manya Miller has collected enough memories that would spill out of her suitcase. One such memory is set on an alpaca farm in country Victoria, the hub for her very first farm placement. “There was this alpaca, who I affectionately named Fraggle, and he had a rough birth and ended up needing around-the-clock nursing,” she explains.

Manya’s dedication to Fraggle, which included 3 a.m. feedings, has become part of the memories and experiences she’s garnered since she first moved to Melbourne more than a year ago.

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Manya was in the first class of the University of Melbourne Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, which was launched last year. The four-year, graduate-entry DVM degree offers veterinary students the best possible preparation for twenty-first-century careers in a rapidly changing and increasingly global workforce. Students can expect to learn the latest theory and practice, with plenty of practical, hands-on experience, taught by a team of leading veterinarians. Manya says her decision to study at Melbourne was simple.

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the same way, it turned out, so we had a chat. He ended up being a famous painter who was here for a few months to open up an art gallery. He invited me out for drinks, dinner and to his gallery opening! We became friends and I got a firsthand explanation of some fantastic pieces of artwork. This city never fails to surprise me!”

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“This is vet school; you get in and you sign your life over to higher education for at least the next four years. It is essential that you choose a university and teaching staff that reflect the type of doctor that you want to become,” she explains. “Your choice will decide the environment, the animals, the people and the experiences you are exposed to. Here is where you will learn, network and grow as a doctor, and here is where you’ll mould yourself into the person you’ve always wanted to be. I chose Australia because I crave adventure with my education and my fickle passions wanted to have a taste of the diverse nature the veterinary field has to offer. No other place in the world could have better satisfied my own personal needs in this area.” Now that she’s in her second year, she’s had the chance to understand what the university has to offer, and she hasn’t been disappointed, particularly with the faculty.

active role in my education here and that is something to be proud of!”

“The professors at Melbourne come from all over the world and specialize in just about any area you can imagine. They are the cream of the crop and they’ve united under one roof to dispense their knowledge to new and upcoming veterinarians,” says Manya. She adds that staff utilizes student feedback to improve any program glitches.

“I see Melbourne as a kaleidoscope, with the people and overall scene changing with every turn,” she says. “There is always someone who can recommend a place you haven’t been and there are always new people arriving who will ask you, the local, for directions. The city adopts you and you can’t help but feel at home.” She recounts one day when asking for directions turned into a friendship. “One time I gave a lost gentleman directions on the tram. We were going

“Little boys and girls always ask me what it is like to be in the veterinary field and I share with them my stories and adventures. I want to be a role model and someone I would look up to if I were on the outside looking in,” she says. “It is a goal of mine to stay true to myself no matter how difficult or stressful things might seem. Overall, my goal is to be the best I can possibly be to pave the road to becoming the doctor I always dreamed I would be.” Contributed by: OzTREKK educational services is an Application and Information Centre, providing information about academic programs and admissions requirements and process applications for admission to eight Australian universities, including the University of Melbourne. For more information please visit OzTREKK’s website at oztrekk.com.

“The important thing is that the professors actively seek feedback and, in turn, take initiative to alter things as they see fit,” she says. “I have an

As for her life in Melbourne, she says it’s impossible to get bored in the city.

From the alpaca farm to travelling to a New Zealand farm, Manya’s had many opportunities to get firsthand experience. The placements bring out stories she loves to share with others, and she’s proud to call herself a veterinarian in training.

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Scholarships In Australia:

Up To $228,500 The Australia Endeavour Awards are the Australian Government’s internationally competitive, merit-based scholarship program providing up to $228,500 for postgraduate study, research or professional development opportunities between Australia and the world. In the 2012 round, 34 Canadians received an Endeavour Award to study, research or undertake professional development in Australia. The recipients represent a diverse range of fields and professional backgrounds from studying the use of aerial imagery in agriculture to the development of nanoparticle engineering in the treatment of Tuberculosis. Wesley Robertson, a 2012 Postgraduate Awardee studying Applied Japanese Linguistics, said, “As the world becomes increasingly connected, an understanding of how language influences us is vital. Over 350,000 primary and secondary students in Australia study Japanese every year.”

“I am committed to improving health on a global level and in reducing the number of preventable diseases, especially in vulnerable populations,” she said.

Contributed by: Katrina Santner, Program Associate Australian Education International Embassy of Australia, Washington DC

In addition to becoming a part of a global network of professionals and academics, Endeavour Award Holders receive a monthly stipend, travel and establishment allowance, travel and health insurance, tuition fees and ongoing support from a dedicated case manager. Canadian citizens are eligible to apply for Awards valued up to $228,500. Applications open annually April 1st and close June 30th. Visit www.australiaawards.gov.au for more information about the application process and to read stories from past Endeavour Award Holders.

When asked why he chose Australia, Scott Adams, a 2012 Executive Award Holder, replied, “Melbourne is excelling in issues of sustainability and climate change, and the Award will help me achieve a broader understanding of sustainable urbanism as populations continue to grow.”

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Dr. Jessica Miller received a 2012 Research Fellowship to conduct research with the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute in Victoria. She will examine the potential effects of maternal infections during pregnancy on the developing fetus. In 2008, an estimated 175,300 children were diagnosed with childhood cancer worldwide.

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Caribbean for Medical Studies

The lure of the beauty of the Caribbean isn’t just for those seeking fun and relaxation. With over 60 medical schools listed in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED), the Caribbean has increasingly become the preferred destination for students seeking alternatives to their domestic medical schools. The 25 most popular Caribbean medical schools are located on islands varying in size, demographic, and environment. Official languages of a majority of the region’s islands/countries are English, French, Spanish, Dutch, and Papiamento. Well-known tourist havens such as Aruba, Antigua, the Cayman Islands, St. Kitts and Nevis, share a common bond with smaller islands including Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, and Saba, in that each island is host to at least one medical school.

Aside from the tropical weather and sandy beaches, another commonality amongst medical schools located in the Caribbean is that most offer a curriculum based on that of U.S. medical schools with the goal of assisting students in passing the multiple components of the United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), and similarly the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE), on their way to becoming successful physicians. Students of a four-year Caribbean medical school program generally attend classes on-island for the first 16 months (four Terms) of the basic sciences portion of their education. The fifth Term of the basic sciences is either continued on-island or at a location in the U.S. depending on the institution. Additionally, some programs include two years of pre-medical education, usually on-island, prior to the start of the basic sciences. This may be a viable option for students without necessary prerequisite training, or possibly as the starting point of their post-high school education. The remainder of the medical education process, including clinical training and residency, is often completed in the U.S. and Canada, although some universities offer opportunities further abroad. Students considering applying to a Caribbean medical school should first thoroughly research each institution to be sure it is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and listed in IMED – a joint collaboration by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) – which is a “resource for accurate and up-to-date information about international medical schools that are recognized by the appropriate government agency in the countries where the medical schools are located.” (www.faimer.org) Studying medicine in the Caribbean has been an experience shared by thousands of practicing physicians and offers a unique opportunity to students looking to study abroad. Contributed by: Steve Grantowitz University of Sint Eustatius, School of Medicine www.eustatiusmed.edu

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University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine School/Institution Name: University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine

Institution Type: University

Public / Private: Private

Special Features of the Location:

Since the dawn of man, healers have been respected, revered and worshipped in every culture of the world. Now, more than ever, additional healers are needed to see to the wellbeing of a growing global community. Entering the medical profession is a time-honored path for individuals who strive to help their fellow man and improve the health and wellness of those around them. Technological advancement, research, and increased knowledge of the human condition make it an excellent time to become a physician with the ability to heal and improve the quality and length of life. The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine, located on the Caribbean island of Sint Eustatius (regionally known as Statia), was called into existence over 12 years ago to showcase the motivation, adaptability, intellect and caring nature of individuals who, for the most part, had been overlooked. A strong and enhanced curriculum, combined with the commitment of its faculty and staff, is what has earned USESOM its reputation for unparalleled dedication to its students. Considering your path through medical school is a serious undertaking. With over 700 graduates, we have proven that the standards required for enrollment in most North American Medical schools is not indicative of a student’s success. Achievement in medical school is directly related to motivation, will, and tenacity; a ‘never give up’ attitude coupled with knowing that your call to medicine transcends Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

the possible material benefits. Our program is structured to accommodate that type of student and by applying to the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine, every facet of your life and experience will be considered by our team. The Basic Sciences will provide a strong foundation of knowledge, an introduction to clinical learning, and an awareness of cultural and clinical sensitivity necessary to practice medicine with a global perspective. Successful completion of the USMLE Step 1 will allow you to advance to the clinical phase of your education where you will have the advantage of working in various clinical settings with access to prominent doctors and professors with advanced medical care technologies and therapies – encompassing the wisdom you will need to earn the trust of your patients and the ability to tend to their wellbeing. Why the University of Sint Eustatius? In two words: WE CARE! We care about the medical profession and the preparedness of our curriculum. We care about our service to our students, and their service to the global community. We care about your individual success and interests, and your future opportunities. Visit www.eustatiusmed.edu to learn more about the island and its culture, and our philosophy and curriculum. We look forward to you becoming a part of the Sint Eustatius Family in the near future and experiencing the Statia Difference for yourself.

Located on Sint Eustatius, which is a pristine, culturally diverse island in the northern Caribbean offering beautiful year-round weather and minimal distractions from studies.

Programs Offered: U.S. Doctor of Medicine Program—20 months Basic Science, 72 weeks Clinical Medicine = 4 years

Total Number of Students: 400 active students

Total Number of International Students: 65% Canadian, 35% U.S. & International

Accommodation Options: A variety of accommodations prevail; students live in the community and rent from local residents (dormitory facilities currently under construction for January (Winter 2013) Term).

Student Life: Numerous activities related to the ocean and the island’s natural landscape are enjoyed, and the students have developed a variety of social and academic clubs.

Contact Details: For more information, visit www.eustatiusmed.edu, call 516-656-9250, or email info@eustatiusmed.edu

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WHERE WE STAND STUDYING DIVERSE PATIENT POPULATIONS HELPS STUDENTS PRODUCE TOP USMLE STEP 1 FIRST-TIME PASS RATES TESTING WELL AND KNOWING THE WORLD EVEN BETTER WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT

Grenada, West Indies

The first private medical school in the Caribbean, St. George’s University School of Medicine pioneered the concept of international medical education and remains at its forefront. Founded in 1976, St. George’s University prepares its graduates with broader and deeper skills, readying them for leadership roles within the global medical landscape. St. George’s University’s students and educators hail from over 140 countries around the world and currently more than 800 students from Canada are enrolled in the University. St. George’s University has brought over 1,700 faculty members from all over the globe, including many from Canada, to create an unparalleled international educational environment. In its 36 years, St. George’s University has graduated nearly 11,000 physicians, veterinarians, scientists, and public health and business professionals across the world, including more than 1,400 from Canada, continually shaping global health care.

Graduate Success

Admission standards, proactive student support services, a dedicated faculty and innovative curricula, which includes the use of clinical tutors, combine to provide an environment of academic excellence. In 2011, St. George’s University’s Canadian and US students achieved a 96% first-time pass rate on the USMLE I, surpassing the 94% firsttime pass rate for students at Canadian and US schools. The first-time pass rate for the School’s entire student body, hailing from 34 countries, was 95%.

Vibrant Student Life

Many students take advantage of the over 50 University-sponsored student organizations, from cultural, religious, social, academic, professional to community service. The Canadian Students Association is one of the most active student groups on campus and works to facilitate the transition of students to life at St. George’s University while enriching the entire community by sharing their rich Canadian culture and heritage. Sitting on the southwestern corner of Grenada, St. George’s University’s campus is often described as one of the most beautiful in the world. Over 65 buildings—including administrative, science laboratories, residential Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

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St. George’s University School/Institution Name: St. George’s University

Institution Type:

facilities, and a research institute— were constructed as part of a major $250 million expansion. Almost 2,000 students live on campus and others live in the surrounding neighborhoods, served by free University-provided bus transportation. The True Blue campus, as it’s called, provides all the amenities and technologically advanced facilities of a world-class institution, while offering beautiful scenery and majestic views of the Caribbean Sea. Information on the University is available at www.sgu.edu, and through YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ at StGeorgesU.

The Gold Standard in International Medical Education Since 1976, St. George’s has drawn students and faculty from 140 countries to its innovative program in medicine. In the years since, the University has broadened its mission to offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in veterinary medicine, public health, science, business, and liberal studies. These programs are marked by a strong network of affiliations with educational institutions worldwide, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland. They have been validated by numerous accreditations and approvals from international institutions and governing bodies. Student support services are an important part of the St. George’s academic culture. The University’s Department of Educational Services teaches students how to learn and teachers how to teach. This unusual and highly effective faculty is the largest on campus, and is an important component of our students and graduates success. Many of the University’s students and many of the professors in all schools avail themselves of the support offered through a variety of innovative programs, including time management, note-taking skills, and utilizing technology effectively in teaching and learning.

University

Public / Private: Private

Special Features of the Location: St. George’s University’s main campus rests on the southwestern corner of Grenada overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Over 65 buildings were constructed in a major expansion over the last 10 years and students enjoy all the amenities of modern campus life in the middle of a tropical paradise.

Programs Offered: MD, DVM, PhD, MPH, MBA, MSc, MD/MPH, MD/MSc, MD/MBA, DVM/MPH, DVM/MBA, DVM/MSc, BS, BS/ DVM, BS/MD. MD candidates may begin Basic Sciences study in Grenada or spend the first year in a twin academic program—the Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars program, at Northumbria University, in the United Kingdom.

Total Number of Students: over 6,000

Total Number of International Students: Over 40% of the St. George’s student body hails from countries other than the United States.

Accommodation Options: Nearly 2,000 students are housed on campus in a variety of dormitory configurations—from single rooms to multi-party suites. Other students, and those with families, live off campus in University-approved private accommodations. The University provides free bus transportation to the surrounding neighborhoods.

Student Life: As an international university located in a tropical environment, St. George’s offers students a diverse variety of non-academic activities. Students participate in outdoor activities in their free time, such as snorkelling, swimming, and scuba diving and many sports activities, from basketball to soccer to field hockey to running. Over 50 student organizations draw students to different areas of university life: cultural, religious, social, academic, professional, and community service.

Contact Details: To speak with enrolment counselors about individual programs via email, use SGUEnrolment@sgu.edu. Or call toll-free—1(800) 899-6337. Website: www.sgu.edu. Information on the University is available at www.sgu.edu, and through YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ at StGeorgesU.

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TOP

50 CLINICAL, PRE-CLINICAL AND HEALTH UNIVERSITIES 2011-2012

Ranking

University Name

Country

University of Oxford

United Kingdom

Harvard University

Imperial College London

United Kingdom

University of Cambridge

United Kingdom

Johns Hopkins University

United States

Stanford University

University College London

Yale University

United States

University of California Los Angeles

United States

Duke University

United States

McGill University

Canada

Washington University in St Louis

United States

University of Pennsylvania

United States

United States United Kingdom

University of Melbourne

Australia

University of Michigan

United States

McMaster University

University of Toronto

University of California Berkeley

United States

University of Washington

United States

Karolinska Institute

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

King's College London

United Kingdom

University of Pittsburgh

United States

The University of Sydney

University of Edinburgh

Boston University

United States

University of Chicago

United States

Emory University

United States

Cornell University

United States

Vanderbilt University

United States

University of Massachusetts

United States

University of Tokyo

Monash University

The University of Hong Kong

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Tufts University

United States

Northwestern University

United States

University of Minnesota

United States

New York University

United States

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

National University of Singapore

Canada Canada

Sweden United States

Australia United Kingdom

Japan Australia Hong Kong Germany

Belgium Singapore

The University of Queensland Australia

University of Manchester

Australia

University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Glasgow

University of Southern California

University of Montreal

Canada

University of Auckland

New Zealand

University of Alberta

Canada

Universität Heidelberg

Germany

United Kingdom United States United Kingdom United States

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ESTONIA

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ESTONIA Quality education in a small European Union country Estonia boasts a long tradition of providing quality education. Its vibrant and international education environment, endowed with the latest developments in information technology, makes Estonia an attractive place for young people looking to live and study abroad. The recognised quality education, together with relatively low tuition and living costs in this small EU member state, guarantee international students good value for money. This academic year (2011/2012) Estonia hosted nearly 1600 international degree students, more than 1000 exchange students, and 500 participants of summer or winter universities. Estonia has developed rapidly during the last decades and there are many things that are very attractive for international students:

• Internationally accepted diplomas • English language widely spoken • Free internet access nearly everywhere • Vibrant student life • The personal touch • Value for money • A safe and stable environment • Excellent support services by our universities Estonia has more than 100 study programmes that are taught in English at the Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree and Doctoral degree levels: Animation, political sciences, cyber security, choral conducting, technology governance, semiotics, business administration and communication management are only some of them. 30

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Why ESTONIA? • Estonia was the first country to facilitate online voting nationwide

• The capital city of Tallinn has been chosen four times among the world’s seven most intelligent communities during the last decade by www.intelligentcommunity.org

• Estonia is an E-SOCIETY, with electronic ID-cards, e-government, e-Tax

• Tallinn was the 2011 European Capital of Culture

• PISA, the Programme for International

Student Assessment organized by the OECD, ranked Estonian science students 2nd in Europe and 9th in the world in 2009

• Homeland of Skype - the SKYPE software was developed by Estonians

• International students ranked Estonia 1st for

best place to stay (Source: Erasmus Student Network Survey 2010)

• Estonia placed 3rd in the world’s Press Freedom Index 2011, published by Reporters Without Borders

• 90% of International students say Estonia

is a good country to study (global average 88%) Source: International Student Barometer™ 2011

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ESTONIA Here’s what a few Canadian students have to say about their experience studying in Estonia:

Paul Pryce

Calgary Tallinn University (TLU) Master degree in Estonia in International Relations My study experience in Estonia was excellent! I particularly enjoyed the Estonian approach to learning. Classroom discussions are very open, so it’s possible to grapple with new ideas. When a lecturer presents a question to the class, it’s not rhetorical; he or she really wants to hear some engaging and even critical responses from the students. In Estonia, the mindset is that learning should be a collaborative process. That’s something every student can appreciate: No one wants to sit and listen passively for three hours. Diversity is one of TLU’s strengths. The student body is very international. No matter your degree programme, international and intercultural communication will be a skill you develop naturally. Tallinn is a great place for a student wanting to travel. There are a lot of incredible places to visit within the country, but there are also many places outside the country that can easily be reached from Tallinn. The other Baltic states, Latvia and Lithuania, are short bus rides away. Tallinn is only a brief ferry ride from Helsinki and the rest of Finland. Scenic St. Petersburg can be reached from Tallinn via bus, train, or one of the commercial airlines. In Tallinn, the possibilities are endless. I highly recommend studying in Estonia. Some of my best student experiences, in and out of the classroom, were had in Tallinn. I returned to Canada from Estonia just a little over a month ago. I was lecturing at Tallinn University of Technology and the Baltic Defence College for part of the 2011-2012 academic year, and now I’m still keeping busy though with some research work for the Jamestown Foundation, the Goettingen Journal of International Law, and Libertas magazine. Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

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Vancouver Tallinn University of Technology/University of Tartu Master degree in Estonia in Materials and Processes of Sustainable Energetics The education system in Estonia and TUT offer a more flexible learning experience, and certainly a higher degree of hands-on experience. An example of this was the unprecedented access to expensive laboratory equipment, such as high-powered electron microscopes and hightemperature furnaces, even at the Masters level. I felt more connected to the professors, tutors and lab staff than elsewhere. This definitely allowed for more one-on-one, instructor-student interaction. I recommend Canadians come to Estonia for their education just to have a different experience.The cost of living is comparably less than in Western or Scandinavian Europe. The quality of education is what you make of it. I personally benefitted from having more freedom to shape my educational experience as I see fit and still have the support of my instructors and university. I am now planning to pursue my PhD studies here at Tallinn University of Technology (TUT) in mechanical engineering. Contributed by: Mr. Eero Loonurm Higher Education Development Center Archimedes Foundation Study in Estonia info@studyinestonia.ee www.studyinestonia.ee Twitter account www.twitter.com/studyinestonia Facebook account www.facebook.com/studyinestonia Youtube account www.youtube.com/studyinestonia

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Top Five Reasons to Study in Switzerland Switzerland is more than chocolates, cheese and watches. Education, cutting-edge research and innovation are driving the country. Here are five top reasons why Switzerland is the place to take your academic career to the next level:

1. High quality education… All Swiss universities share a drive for quality in teaching and research, resulting in their consistent ranking among the best universities in the world. In fact, so many Swiss universities are ranked amongst the top 200 universities worldwide 32

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that around 50% of all students in Switzerland can claim to attend one of those top institutes. The Swiss higher education landscape comprises academic studies at the ten Cantonal Universities and the two Federal Institutes of Technology. In addition, there are seven public and two private Universities of Applied Sciences that take a more professionally-oriented focus.

2. … at affordable costs

Switzerland prides itself on its high standard of a publicly funded education system that is affordable for both Swiss and non-Swiss students.

In fact, the average cost for a year’s tuition is approximately CAD1,300 for Swiss, and CAD1,500 for international students.

3. World champion in innovation Switzerland is consistently ranked as one of the most innovative and competitive economies in the world; this is made possible thanks to the universities’ cutting-edge research and considerable investments by the public and private sectors. Did you know that in terms of Nobel Prizes per capita, since 1950, Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

SWITZERLAND Switzerland scores at the top of the international table? Swiss researchers continue to produce a high number of scientific papers with considerable impact in their respective disciplines. This is supported by excellent infrastructures, such as the worldrenowned CERN in Geneva. In addition, the private sector invests heavily in research, particularly in the pharmaceutical, chemical and engineering sectors.

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languages and cultures, attracting people from all over the world. Many UN organizations and international NGOs are located in Geneva, and over 10,000 multinational companies are headquartered in Switzerland. Similarly, Swiss universities are very international. Over half of the PhD

students and post-docs, and 45% of the faculty members at Swiss universities, come from another country. At the same time, Switzerland is an excellent starting point to discover Europe. Thanks to international Study In Canada â&#x20AC;˘ Study Abroad

SWITZERLAND airports in Basel, Geneva and Zurich, and train stations in almost every town, cities such as Paris, Rome, Vienna or Berlin are only a few hours away.

5. High living standard

On a worldwide scale, the cost of living in Swiss cities is not cheap; however, the quality of life is correspondingly high. In an international quality-of-living comparison of 350 cities, Zurich and Geneva ranked second and third, while Bern, Switzerland’s capital, ranked ninth.

database with grants and scholarships available to Canadians. If you would rather like to gain work experience during or after your studies, consider applying for the SwissCanadian Mobility Program. Though applicants are required to find a job themselves, the program facilitates the work permit application process and allows Canadians to improve their language and professional skills abroad.

Contributed by: Sebastien Hug, Swissnex Boston and Astrid Kotlinski-de Gaudemar Embassy of Switzerland in Canada Weblinks: Visit the following websites for more information: www.swissuniversity.ch www.swiss-canadian-mobility.ch

Next steps: Immigration, scholarships and internships You have chosen your Swiss university… What are the next steps? Canadian citizens need to apply for a student visa at the Swiss Consulate in Montreal, Toronto or Vancouver. Be aware that an application takes several months to process, and careful preparation of the documents is required. Regarding scholarships, contact your host university and they will be able to provide you with a list of opportunities. Furthermore, the website of the Canadian Bureau for International Education (www.cbie-bcei.ca) offers a 34

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ECOLE HOTELIERE DE LAUSANNE

sanne, est. 1893 anagement school d.

Lausanne, Switzerland, est. 1893

We select passionate people and educate them to become responsible leaders in hospitality. We offer a truly e Location: international education, with about town of Lausanne 80 nationalities represented among ng at the foot of the our 2,000 students, and programmes f Europe’s largest offered both in English and French. ies on the French-

School/Institution Name: Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne, est. 1893 The first hospitality management school established in the world.

Institution Type: University

Public / Private:

EXECUTIVE MBA (Sept. intake) EHL’s 12-month Executive MBA in Hospitality Administration is for career changers who wish to move into hospitality, or for career climbers already in the field who wish to fast-track their careers.

tzerland and is the country. Lausanne select people and edu- EXECUTIVE MBA When youWe enter thepassionate world of the Ecole (Sept. intake) ers of the InternacateLausanne, them to become responsible leadhôtelière de you immediately ALUMNI NETWORK ttee and a number EHL’s 12-month Executive MBA in Hospiersand in hospitality. Weand offer feel energy enthusiasm, a a truly inWith over 25,000 Alumni active in 120 t federations like ternational education, with about 80 tality Administration is for career changpurpose. It is a place countries, oneinto of the most or d swimming. sense of shared ers whoEHL wish has to move hospitality, nationalities represented among our where everyone is different yet everyone widely international, professionally for career climbers already in the field 2’000 students, and programmes offeels at home. theand main experienced sociallytheir active alumni who wish toand fast-track careers. fered Walk both indown English French. n Hotel and Restauhallway of the school and you will hear networks of any hospitality management ociate Degree) When you enterbeing the world of the Ecole ALUMNI NETWORK ten different languages spoken – school in the world today. A majority r’s degree in Interhôtelière de Lausanne, you immedi- With over 25’000 Alumni active in 120 of the hospitality industry of our alumni EHL are currently nagement a microcosm countries, has one inofhighthe most ately feel energy and enthusiasm, and itself. Executive MBA in responsibilty positions with major widely international, professionally exa sense of shared purpose. It is a place ion companies the global periencedin and sociallyhospitality active alumni where everyone is different yet everyOne unique our campus networks of any management onefeature feels atof home. Walk down the main industry as well ashospitality other sectors. hallway of the school and you will hear school in the world today. A majority of is that it is run like a hotel. It has tional) alumni areTOP currently in high-responten different languages being spoken THE – our accommodations, a reception, WORLD’S EMPLOYERS ns: a microcosm of the hospitality industry sibilty positions whith major companies conference facilities, and three different COME RECRUIT ON-CAMPUS or double studios in the global hospitality industry as well itself. restaurants. This includes a fine-dining Every year, sectors. we welcome on-campus st students choose as other restaurantOne open to thefeature public,offour unique our main campus is st year of studies. more than 90 companies who are THEtoWORLD’S TOP EMPLOYERS COME that four it is run like akitchens, hotel. It has accomkitchens and satellite can then choose to eager hire our graduates. Recent RECRUIT ON-CAMPUS modations, a reception, with other students; a state-of-the-art auditorium andconference faexamples include: Four Seasons, ed accommodation cilities, and three different restaurants. Every year, we welcome on-campus banqueting facilities. Hyatt, Starwood, Accor, Ernst & Young, around Lausanne. This includes a fine-dining restaurant more than 90 companies who are eager PriceWaterhouseCoopers, JP Morgan, to hire our graduates. Recent examples open to the public, four main kitchens ASSOCIATE DEGREE Procter & Gamble, L’Oréal, Servair, include: Four Seasons, Hyatt, Starwood, and four satellite kitchens, a state-ofstudent-run (Sept. com- & Feb. intakes) Accor, and Ernstmany & Young, PriceWaterhouseExpedia, more the-art auditorium and banqueting faparation clubs and Our two-year Hotel and Restaurant Coopers, JP Morgan, Procter & Gamcilities. ow students to be Management Diploma is for working ble, L’Oréal, Servair, Expedia, and many FINANCIAL AID y. Volunteer work is ASSOCIATE DEGREE more professionals with some hospitality EHL is officially recognized by the schools in develop(Sept. & Feb. intakes) experience looking either to launch facilities include a Canadian Revenue FINANCIAL AID Agency as a Our 2-year Hotel and Restaurant Mantheir own agement business,Diploma or to advance their procentre, a gymnasiEHL is officially by such, the Canais for working University outside recognized Canada. 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PROFILE

Ecole Hoteliere De Lausanne

Private

Special Features of the Location: The lively university town of Lausanne provides an idyllic setting at the foot of the Alps, on the shores of Europe’s largest lake, Lake Leman. It lies on the French-speaking region of Switzerland and is the 5th largest city in the country. Lausanne houses the headquarters of the International Olympic Committee and a number of international sport federations like baseball, volleyball and swimming.

Programs Offered: • A two-year Diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management (Associate Degree) • A four-year Bachelor’s degree in International Hospitality Management • A one-year full-time Executive MBA in Hospitality Administration

Total Number of Students: 2,000

Total Number of International Students: 50% are international

Accommodation Options: There are 300 single or double studios on campus where most students choose to live during their first year of studies. Afterwards, students can then choose to share a flat or house with other students; there is plenty of rented accommodation available nearby, in or around Lausanne.

Student Life: EHL currently has 30 student-run committees. Career preparation clubs and on-campus events allow students to be exposed to the industry. Volunteer work is also possible at hotel schools in developing countries. Sports facilities include a fully equipped fitness centre, a gymnasium with sports equipment, 3 tennis courts and a playing field.

Accreditation: • HES-SO (Haute Ecole Spécialisée de Suisse Occidentale) • NEASC (New England Association of Schools and Colleges)

Contact Details: Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne Route de Cojonnex 18, 1000 Lausanne 25 Switzerland. Tel. +41-21-785-1111 Email: admissions@ehl.ch Website: www.ehl.edu

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Swiss-Canadian Youth Mobility Program: Internship Opportunities for Young Canadians How do I find a training position in Switzerland? Before you apply for a work permit under the Youth Mobility Program (YMP), you must find a training position.

On February 6th, 2007, Canada and Switzerland signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at facilitating the mobility of young skilled workers and students between Switzerland and Canada. The purpose of this agreement is to encourage the mobility of young Swiss and Canadians workers and students, offering them the opportunity to gain work experience abroad. Under the terms of this agreement, young Canadians who have completed their postsecondary studies or vocational education can obtain a residency and work permit in Switzerland to improve their language and professional skills. This protocol also allows young students, in the course of their studies, to complete an occupational training as part of their curriculum.

Admission criteria In order to be eligible for an internship in Switzerland under the YMP, you have to be a Canadian Citizen between the age of 18 and 35 (incl.), and • have a secondary education and have completed a 2-year training, OR • study at a post-secondary institution, OR • have completed your postsecondary studies

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There are basically two ways to start your research for training opportunities in Switzerland. (1) You find a job by yourself; (2) you contact one of the organizations offering exchange programs. Go to the website http://www.eda. admin.ch/eda/en/home/reps/nameri/ vcan/canott/ymp.html to find out all the details on this program, how to find a job, lists of organizations offering exchanges, etc. Minimal and maximal training period The maximal training period is 12 months. However, it can be extended to up to 18 months under exception. There is no minimal training period. Application from outside of Canada If you are residing outside of Canada at the time of your application, you will be asked to indicate a Canadian address in order to prove that your permanent address is in Canada. Entry and registration in Switzerland The authorization contains all necessary data for entry and registration in Switzerland. You may not sojourn in Switzerland while your application is being processed. If, however, you are already residing in Switzerland with a student’s permit, you can, under exception, apply for an authorization directly at the Swiss Migration Office in Switzerland. Once you have entered Switzerland, you have 14 days (but it has to be before you take up your occupation) to present yourself at the cantonal authorities to register and to get your work permit/residence permit issued.

Employment requirements for students Employment must be in your field of studies. For students, salaries should be comparable to those paid to Swiss students working at universities, colleges or institutions of similar level. An undergraduate student may take up a trainee position without pay if he or she is able to indicate proof of sufficient funds (bank statement required). Employment requirements for young professionals Employment must be in the field of studies or activity in which the applicant has received training. Trainees must be paid in accordance with the rates that are customary locally and in the industry. Note: Salary requirements for foreign workers are not necessarily the same as those for Swiss workers. In order to assess whether the salary offered by your potential employer is in accordance with the rates that are customary locally and in the industry, the Federal Office for Migration relies on the rates suggested by the respective professional society or association. Hence, even if you and your potential employer agree on a monthly salary, which the latter would pay to a Swiss trainee, this does not mean that it complies with the salary requirement of the YMP. If you are not sure whether the salary suggested by your employer is in compliance with the rates suggested by the professional associations in Switzerland, and for up-to-date business news, please check on the following link: www.swissinfo.ch/eng/Specials/ Switzerland:_How_to/Work_Life/ Salaries.html Source: www.eda.admin.ch

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Ever since Viking explorer Leiv Eriksson landed on the shores of Newfoundland about a thousand years ago, the bonds between Canada and Norway have been strong. While different in size and population, the two nations share a lot when it comes to landscape, climate, natural resources and a close proximity to the North – similarities that lead to common interests in research and education.

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The majority of Norwegian institutions of higher education are publicly funded, and there are normally no tuition fees at public universities and university colleges. This also applies to foreign students, regardless of their country of origin. Fees may be charged, however, for certain professional education programs or by private institutions. Norway has seven accredited universities, six accredited specialized university institutions, 24 accredited university colleges, two accredited national colleges of the arts, and 29 private institutions of higher education. Combined, they offer over 200 Master’s programs taught in English,

and a range of courses tailored for exchange students, both at the undergraduate and graduate level.

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Norway is a great option for Canadian students who want to pursue international education. The 70 education institutions in this Nordic country offer a vast array of quality study options in subject areas such as petroleum engineering, marine biology, environmental technology, peace keeping and childhood studies. Nearly 200 full Master’s degree programs are taught in English.

Norway is undoubtedly a place to consider for students wanting to specialize in fields such as aquaculture, petroleum, shipping, environmental technology, renewable energy or welfare. Inspiring, highquality programs and courses in a number of other disciplines are also available for visiting students. Norway was one of the first countries in Europe to implement the Bologna Process. An important aim of this agreement is to make academic degree standards and credit systems for higher education more comparable and compatible throughout Europe.

Norway is an increasingly attractive destination for students and researchers from all over the world. Currently, more than 12,000 foreign students are preparing for their future careers in Norway. Andrea Bozman from Vancouver Island University spent one semester in Norway, as an exchange student at Bodoe University College. She enjoyed it so much the first time she decided to go back. “In Canada I studied fisheries and aquaculture at Vancouver Island University, a field in which Norway is a world leader. Northern Norway, as one of the most cold-water productive regions worldwide, makes Bodoe a natural choice for marine science studies. As I continue my academic career, I want to shift my focus to marine ecology, and again Bodoe provides the courses and research options I need to achieve my goals,” she says. Although Andrea did not know that much about Norway before she arrived, she realized there was no need to worry.

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“My knowledge of Norway didn’t extend much past the climate, lutefisk, cost of living and Nordic skiing. Once I arrived, I found Norwegians to be incredibly helpful, whether it be with study related issues, everyday life such as where to find the least expensive grocery store or social activities,” she adds. Study In Canada • Study Abroad

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The introduction of bachelor’s, master’s and Ph.D. degrees and ECTS credits make transfer of credits easy between institutions in Norway and Canada. There are a number of exchange agreements between Norwegian and Canadian institutions, for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

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Since there are no tuition fees at many Norwegian institutions, studying in Norway would generally be a good deal for Canadian students, even if the cost of living is somewhat higher than in Canada. But for exchange students who pay home tuition during their stay abroad, the added costs add up fast. Luckily, there are some scholarships available. Through the University of the Arctic, students can go on exchanges through the mobility program North2North, which also includes a scholarship. International students are also allowed to take parttime jobs while studying in Norway.

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In the northern corner of the world, you can combine your studies with exciting outdoor activities, both winter and summer. As a student in Norway you will never be short of possibilities for unique experiences. Andrea Bozman admits that she really missed Canadian food while being away from home. Nevertheless, she is fully aware that studying abroad is a very smart move when considering your future career. “It gives you a unique chance to experience a different culture and way of life. This is important for anyone, student or not, and can only promote personal growth,” she says. Andrea also believes that exposure to different academic environments gives you new perspectives and insight. “This may take academic goals in a new direction, one you may not have been exposed to at your home institution,” she concludes.

Study Biosciences in Arctic Norway Located in Bodø, on the coast and above the Arctic Circle, the University of Nordland (UiN) offers the ideal environment for studies in marine biosciences. UiN has excellent training and research facilities and a state-of-the-art research station. We offer the following English-taught study programmes: • BSc in Biology (3 years) • MSc in Marine Ecology (2 years) • MSc in Aquaculture (2 years) One-Semester Exchange Programmes: UNDERGRADUATE: • Bioscience (autumn) • Ecology and Northern Wildlife (spring) GRADUATE: • Aquaculture (autumn) • Marine Ecology and Genomics (autumn) Contact: Gøril Frømyr Borgen: gfb@uin.no

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Information resources: www.studyinnorway.no Information for Canadian students and researchers: www.studyinnorway.no/canada Fellowship Program for Studies in the High North: www.studyinnorway.no/Highnorth University of the Arctic: http://www.uarctic.org Contributed by: SIU - Senter for internasjonalisering av høgre utdanning/ Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation in Higher Education www.siu.no www.studyinnorway.no

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“I’m from sleepy Lethbridge, Alberta, and to put it mildly, Hong Kong was a completely new environment for me. The University has challenged me through its rigorous academic program, changed my perceptions of the world through its diverse student body and faculty, and led me to become a more flexible person as I have adapted to a new way of life. And there is still more to come. I look forward to the exchange program with the top universities around the world, research opportunities, and a chance to begin my career in one of the most dynamic cities in the world.”

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University Education Abroad There are many considerations for students thinking about pursuing their university studies abroad. Professor Leonard Cheng, Dean of the School of Business and Management at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), talks about the importance of one crucial factor: location. Undergraduate education no longer deals with academics alone; it also involves a broad-based learning through multiple sources, as well as an emphasis on personal development and networking. Consequently, there are a number of different issues students should consider during their process of deciding on their university options. Remember, it is not just about attending a good university alone; it is also choosing an institution that helps students make the most out of their educational experiences, whatever their dispositions are. Professor Leonard Cheng, Dean of the School of Business and management at HKUST, has some words of wisdom to share on this matter. ‘Location,’ according to Prof. Cheng, ‘is one crucial consideration for students thinking about studying abroad. You see, each location is unique in itself, and provides for all kinds of learning opportunities and outcomes. Choosing a suitable location can reinforce a university education by providing adequate opportunities for students to learn beyond lecture halls and classrooms. They can partake in practical job experiences, and be exposed to networking opportunities with local industries and society, and benefit from cross-cultural exchanges with people from around the world. All these enable students to develop the necessary skills for the interconnected world of the future.’ Often, countries such as the United States, United Kingdom and Australia come to mind, as these are traditionally popular destinations for international students. This, however, is changing given the shift towards a multipolar world over the past decade. Consider Asia, for instance. In the 2012 World Competitiveness Rankings by Swiss-based IMD World Competitiveness Center, which considers factors such as infrastructure, innovation and efficiency, Asia features prominently in the top 10, with Hong Kong taking the top spot followed by the United States and Switzerland in second and third place. This bodes well for international students, especially those considering furthering their education in Asia, and Hong Kong in particular. Being on the doorstep of China, which arguably is one of the faster growing economics in the world, there is much promise and opportunities in the areas of business, research and innovation, which students can ride on both during their university studies and after graduation. In Prof. Cheng’s words, ‘Hong Kong’s strategic location on the South China coast enables it to serve as an economic and cultural gateway to China. In the Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

past, people here worked long – and worked hard – and were rewarded by the economic miracle during the 1970s. Times have changed, but despite numerous challenges, Hong Kong today is still very much the land of opportunities, and very much part of yet another miracle – the China Miracle.’ Hong Kong, amongst other countries in the region, recognizes the importance of diversifying students’ experiences in university. Prof. Cheng elaborates, ‘Back in 2008, the government introduced a landmark employment and immigration policy specifically targeting nonlocal students; this was a watershed moment because it significantly reduced the barriers for international students taking up employment here during and after their studies, as well as their eligibility to become permanent residents here. Essentially, international students are much more employable and it has become much easier for them to make use of the opportunities presented here.’ Besides, Asia’s precipitous growth also had a positive carry-on effect on the quality of university education in the region – particularly in Hong Kong and Singapore. In the recent QS Asian University Rankings, three institutions from Hong Kong were featured in the top five (the other two universities were from Singapore and South Korea), with HKUST ranked No.1. This is a good reflection on the quality of higher education offered in these countries. ‘Hong Kong’s higher education sector,’ says Prof. Cheng, ‘took on a new emphasis on research and innovation during the 1990s. HKUST, in particular, was established for this purpose. Through our world-class faculty members, we are constantly reaching new heights in groundbreaking research and innovation, and this research culture does immensely benefit our undergraduate students as well. Perhaps, with the exception of Singapore, it would be difficult to find in this region another environment that is so unique, and so dynamic, and moreover offering a quality English-language education.’ With so many options and variables to consider, choosing a university and a suitable location might seem daunting. But Prof. Cheng offers a gentle reminder, ‘Ultimately, it is your education and your future. Make the effort to understand yourself, and trust your gut instincts. Hong Kong, or Asia, or anywhere else in the world, these are exciting times and exciting places, but ultimately it is important to make a decision that you will be happy with when you look back later on.’

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“International education: A key Driver to Canada’s Future Prosperity.” That’s the title of a recently released federal government consultation paper (www.international.gc.ca/ education/report) and message intended to be delivered loud and clear to the broadest spectrum of aspiring Canadian professionals. The report exhorts Canadian students to become more pro-active in looking into international education as a way to open career doors to occupations that are increasingly intertwined with an international milieu in a global economic environment. International legal education in top tier U.K. law schools provides prospective legal professionals with an opportunity to open doors to prosperous careers. The two-year graduate LLB degree program is the key. An approved Canadian law degree consists of three years of legal education. However, students with four year honours degrees from Canadian universities are entitled to enroll in innovative two-year graduate LLB degree programs in

a number of U.K. law schools.

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In tacit recognition of the fact that the great majority of Canadian law schools students now have university degrees, domestic law schools, led by Ontario, are developing a growing number of Combined Law Degrees; two years of law and one year of another graduate program such as an MBA. And this is where the U.K. Law School Advantage comes into play: Canadian students who attend U.K. law schools can opt for the 2+1 (LLB/LLM) route. Upon completion of their two year graduate LLB they can enroll in an LLM program. The 2+1 is equivalent to three years of legal education and minimizes accreditation requirements upon returning to Canada. More importantly, the Combined LLB/LLM provides them with both a law degree and legal specialist designation. It’s the legal specialist designation that’s the door opener. Prospective Canadian law school students must opt for a Combined Degree at the time of enrolment in the first year of their general LLB/JD program. In many instances, students are either not fully aware of the scope and dimension of a specialization or only develop interest in a specialized field as the result of exposure in a general course; e.g., property law opens the door to the fascinating specialization of urban planning.

Students in two-year graduate LLB programs in U.K. law schools have the advantage of not having to apply for a third year LLM program until completion of their LLB. The LLB becomes an opportunity to discover and/or explore an area of interest and make a truly informed decision and corresponding professional commitment. Moreover, they have the additional advantage of being able to choose the law school of their choice in enrolling in a graduate LLM degree program.

Think of them as being like an Executive MBA. The law school recognizes that the student has obtained a university degree and has demonstrated general competency in research and writing at the professional level. The twoyear graduate LLB degree program consists of all of the required ‘hard core’ law courses that constitute a qualifying law degree program. Options are limited to qualifying law courses and general legal education courses are eliminated. First and foremost, prospective Canadian students can take comfort in that they’re not at any disadvantage when compared with their domestic colleagues enrolled in three year LLB/JD programs. A three-year qualifying Canadian law degree consists of eight or nine courses, depending on the configuration. This takes up 50%-60% of the qualifying curriculum and is completed by either the mid point or end of second year in law school. The remainder of the three-year program is devoted to ‘legal education’ in the broadest context and is comprised of law courses that are intertwined with the arts and humanities. A common refrain among Canadian law school students with university degrees is of being required to participate in the ‘dreaded dead third year.’ They’ve completed all of their core law courses by the end of second year and are keen to gain entry to the profession, but must spend an additional third year taking courses that, in many instances, touch upon topics that they’ve already covered in their undergraduate program of study.

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The added U.K. Law School Advantage is that top-tier law schools in the U.K. tend to have a global centre of excellence associated with a graduate LLM degree. For example, University of Sussex is a global research centre for the International Court of Criminal Justice in The Hague, and has a leading edge LLM in International Criminal Law. University of Kent has a campus at the EU headquarters in Brussels with an LLM in International Relations accompanied with a placement with an EU agency or NGO. Queen Mary University has been designated as the Centre for Commercial Law in the U.K. and has a variety of LLM programs in the corporate/commercial/financial services arenas. And the list goes on. The end result is that a Canadian student who opts for the LLB/LLM through the international education route in the U.K. brings back that much-needed international perspective that is the key to future Canadian prosperity in the legal profession. Contributed by: John G. Kelly, B.Com. LL.B. M.Sc. M.A. (jud. Admin.) F.CIS. John G.Kelly is president of Canada Law From Abroad www. canadalawfromabroad.com and registered UCAS advisor for U.K. law schools.

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For the past couple of years, the eyes of the world have been focused on Great Britain. Great Britain’s traditions have been very much at the forefront of late, as evidenced by the popularity of the Royal Wedding of the now Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and the excitement over Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee. The location of this summer’s Olympic Games has further fuelled the flame of interest and curiosity about the United Kingdom.

But the UK has long had a tradition of excellence in education. British universities are consistently ranked amongst the best universities in the world. For centuries, the British academic model has produced highly educated and focused students who contribute greatly to society. A degree from Great Britain is internationally recognized and well-regarded. As an international student, you are at an even greater advantage by demonstrating the initiative and curiosity to obtain an excellent education abroad. These traits are great steppingstones towards success.

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nuances. The students will often be asked to prepare for a discussion topic, and may even need to present their findings to their peers. These classes are smaller and are therefore an excellent opportunity to ask questions, hear opinions, and debate those opinions. At the most focused level are the tutorials, which are meetings with the lecturer that are either one-on-one or in very small groups. Tutorials are especially meant to provide focused academic guidance on a project a student is creating or that has already been submitted. It is also an opportunity to discuss any problems a student may be having with study methods or course material. These three layers of British university teaching allow the student to gain an independent understanding of the course materials while also constructively building up ideas with others. This is not to say that all universities are alike; each location has its own special charm, and each school will have its own ethos. After all, the UK consists of many different regions, each of which will provide its own vibrant student experience. One important variable is the length of the undergraduate degree program.

Undergraduate students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland are typically able to complete their degrees in three years. Scotland, in contrast, tends to favour the four-year program. The North American university system is based on the Scottish model. Both options share a stringent focus on academic achievement in the given subject, but students in Scotland typically have the opportunity to add modules that may be of wider interest to the individual. At some Scottish universities, time will be allocated to study abroad, further enriching the student experience. Students in England and Wales can also add an extra year to their course if eligible, and can spend this year studying overseas or gaining valuable industry experience. Masters degree courses typically last only twelve months in the UK. This is a significant time savings compared to most universities in North America. While every postgraduate program will be unique in its offerings, they share the common trait of tightly-focused education and training. The postgraduate student will only take modules that advance knowledge of the given subject, and will be able to further specialize within the dissertation period. The course

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By attending a British university, you’re close to mainland Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Because of this proximity, international travel costs are significantly reduced—and most students will take advantage of this opportunity! If a student is under 26 years of age, he or she will typically get further discounts on travel and amenities in Britain and abroad (an international student identity card is highly recommended for this purpose). With so much to explore both in Britain and beyond, the opportunity to travel can foster both academic and personal development. As worthwhile as it is to explore other countries, it is equally as important to examine the UK itself. Each region has something special to offer. One can embrace London’s very diverse community, and then take the train to Manchester and take advantage of its world-famous music scene. A student on the beautiful Welsh coast can take a train to equally beautiful Scotland, whether he or she wishes to visit cosmopolitan Glasgow or enjoy the beauty of the Highlands. There is much to explore within Britain itself, and in the location of the student’s university. The student will become part of a local community as well as the greater international community. With over one hundred universities in the country, there is a setting that is ideal for virtually every student. The issue of cost is at the forefront of most students’ minds when considering overseas study.

A typical British undergraduate course will cost, annually, approximately $16,000 CAD for tuition and $12,000 CAD for living costs; and a typical graduate school course will cost $18,000 CAD and $14,000 CAD in living costs. These costs will vary depending on the location of the school—universities in London will have higher costs than other cities— and the nature of the course. While this cost is higher than the typical Canadian university tuition, largely due to the higher fee for overseas tuition, bear in mind that most courses in Britain are a year shorter than their North American equivalent. A student would therefore graduate and enter the workforce earlier, and start generating income to gain return on the investment. There is also a wider selection of universities in Great Britain with an excellent variety of course options. The international recognition and respect of a British university degree is an invaluable asset to a student’s résumé. Additionally, students with high marks will often be eligible for partial scholarships that will reduce a portion of the tuition fees. British universities will accept students from a variety of academic backgrounds. There are very highly esteemed universities that are competing for the very best international students. If your marks are at the top tier of the grading scale, then you should certainly consider applying to some of these highlyranked universities. If your marks are good but not always at the A grade level, or even if your grades are not where you would hope them to be, this does not preclude you from applying to British universities.

The universities will also look at any relevant experience that you have, so those who have had to work to supplement their current course may even be at an advantage, particularly in more practical courses like Business. There are many universities that are more flexible about grade range and are willing to consider students that are consistently improving and demonstrate strong potential. Furthermore, the cost of applications is very reasonable (for undergraduates the UCAS applications costs about $35 CAD to apply to up to five universities) or even free (for the vast majority of postgraduates). Therefore, if you are a student who very much wants to study in the UK, there is no harm in at least giving the application process a go!

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therefore becomes structured to the student’s specialized needs and interests, whether that includes an internship, a multi-media project, or additional international research.

As the world’s eyes focus on the UK, why not go the extra mile to experience student life in Britain firsthand? When a student emerges with a well-respected British degree, after lots of hard work and international experience, he or she will have an excellent advantage in the international job market and in academia. As a student here, you can join the unique tradition of ancient and modern excellence that defines Great British education. Contributed by: Leah Rogers, Student Advisor, Study Across the Pond www.studyacrossthepond.com

Study at Reading We are one of the UK’s leading research universities, enjoying a world-class reputation for teaching, research and enterprise. As a global university, our research and teaching address issues of global concern, from understanding the impacts of climate change to the causes and consequences of international conflict.

Located just 30 minutes from central London, the University is situated on a beautiful 130-hectare parkland campus in the heart of Reading town. The University offers a wide range of subjects for you to study including Law, Food Science, Agriculture, Environmental Studies, Psychology, Education, Politics and International Relations.

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The University of Kent is a leading researchintensive university based in the south-east of England and continental Europe. With its main campuses in Canterbury and Medway, and postgraduate centres in Brussels, Paris and Athens, Kent has an international reputation for academic excellence, inspirational teaching and a fantastic student experience. Kent is dedicated to helping its students gain a head start for when the time comes to begin or develop a career. A number of initiatives have been established to make this possible. These include a careers and employability advisory service, award systems such the Employability Points scheme and the Global Skills Award, Language Express – providing language learning for all, Kent Round One – a student enterprise hub, the on-campus JobShop and Volunteering credit scheme, and Go Abroad – providing flexible short-term study and work abroad opportunities. All students at Kent have access to a wide range of personal support services. These include: the Medical Centre on the Canterbury campus; the Counselling Service; the Disability and Dyslexia Support Service, with a team of tutors and support assistants; a multi-faith and ecumenical Chaplaincy team; and day nurseries. Kent also provides comprehensive academic support facilities, including the Student Learning Advisory Service, which provides free study support and advice. Student life at Kent is lively and cosmopolitan. Students studying at Canterbury and Medway enjoy their respective campuses as the centre of their academic, personal and social life. Both campuses are home to accommodation, social and leisure facilities. The Canterbury campus hosts the annual festivals, ArtsFest, WorldFest and Keynes Stock. Medway students make use of the nearby Medway Park, a sports facility which doubles as an Olympic training camp. Students in Brussels, Paris and Athens are able to make use of the cultural, artistic and political access of these major cities.

Geneviève Guindon Looking back on my experience at the University of Kent, I can say that choosing to do a term abroad there was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not only did moving to the UK teach me about myself, but it gave me the opportunity to discover a new culture, a new way of life, and to make a ton of new friends, friends who are still a part of my life now that I’ve returned home. The UK as a study destination was perfect, and Kent was definitely the right choice for me. The campus life was favourable not only to meeting new people and adjusting to my new surroundings, but also to balancing my social and study habits. The classroom size at Kent, at least in my stage 2 and 3 modules, made it easy to discuss with fellow classmates in seminars and to interact with professors. As an international student, I was welcomed extremely warmly at Kent, from the coach transfer from the airport where I met some amazing new friends, to the international dinner and group outing to Leeds Castle. All of these activities at the very beginning of the term ensure you meet fellow students living the same experience, feeling the same anxiety. I even got involved and joined the UKC Rowing Society which gave me the opportunity to make lasting friendships with fellow students, both British and international. All in all, the University of Kent is a great choice as it is so centrally located; close not only to the capital city of London, but also to mainland Europe. The university being just outside the quaint medieval city of Canterbury can only add to its appeal. I have only great things to say about my experience there. This is something that will always stay with me and I recommend this study abroad experience, and Kent in particular, to anyone searching for a life-changing and rewarding venture.

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Great Canadians British filmmaker Colin Izod, director of London-based Big Heart Media, travelled across Canada to interview the participants. He also visited the University of Oxford where he interviewed Rhodes scholars from several Canadian provinces. Interviewees discussed the impact that their UK studies had on their lives and careers. For example, medical doctor Samantha Nutt, whose book Damned Nations was published in 2011, said that her year at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine profoundly changed the course of her professional career. Thousands of Canadians have studied in the United Kingdom. A film produced this year by the British Council Canada and the GREAT campaign celebrates that legacy by featuring interviews with prominent Canadians whose studies in the UK have ranged from economics to filmmaking. Entitled The UK Experience, the 15-minute film will be shown at education fairs and film festivals, and will be officially launched in October at an Ottawa event hosted by the British High Commissioner to Canada, Dr. Andrew Pocock. Canadians interviewed in the film include the Bank of Canada’s Governor Mark Carney, rugby legend Gareth Rees, and founder of War Child Canada Dr. Samantha Nutt. Musicians include classical pianist Angela Hewitt, organist and director of music Matthew Larkin and jazz singer Diane Nalina de Kerkhove – who is also a physicist. Other interviewees are Sheridan College’s professor of screenwriting Maureen McKeon, Carleton University professor of anthropology Louise de la Gorgondière, and gender and diversity specialist Meharoona Ghani. “There are direct and very strong intellectual ties between the great universities in our two countries,” says Mark Carney, who met his British-born wife while studying in the UK. “I was fortunate to benefit from that.” “We are delighted that so many prominent Canadians spoke to us about their time in the UK,” says Liliana Biglou, Director Canada for the British Council, the UK’s international organization for educational opportunities and cultural relations. “Their stories highlight the deep and longlasting relationships between our countries and why we should continue to strengthen those ties,” she added.

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Themes in the film touched on the similarities and differences between Canadian and British cultures. “The UK from a Canadian perspective is perhaps culturally the closest cousin that we have,” said Diane de Kerckhove. “But at the same time, there is enough cultural difference that you definitely feel that you are arriving in a foreign country when you first get there.” Participants commented on the depth of connections between the countries. “The history of England and Canada – whether it’s through business, whether it’s through sport, whether it’s through culture – is long and ongoing,” said Canadian rugby legend Gareth Rees, now Rugby Canada’s national men’s program manager. “To use a rugby term, there is camaraderie there, an understanding of the cultures,” he added. Organist and composer Matthew Larkin said that his time at the Royal College of Music in London shaped his music composition and his repertoire. “It’s a wonderfully spiritual feeling, as well as an artistic one, to be inheritors, if only for a small amount of time, of a tradition that is much greater than we are, much longer than we can possibly live and will certainly exceed our life spans,” he said. For more information please refer to the British Council Canada’s website: www.britishcouncil.org/canada Contributed by: Colin Izod, Big Heart Media Photo credits: © VisitBritain

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What is UCAS? The Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is a centralized application process for UK undergraduate study. It makes applying for full-time undergraduate degree courses and Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) straightforward and easy to understand.

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You can apply for up to five UK courses in a single UCAS application (two different courses at the same institution count as two choices). Only one UCAS application can be submitted in each application cycle. You do not have to apply for all your choices at the same time. Further choices can be added as long as you have not used up all your choices and have not accepted a place. You can find video guides to help you prepare your application on the UCAS TV website: www.ucas.tv

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Applying to study in the UK is much simpler with UCAS. You can apply online and choose up to five different courses at the same time. All UCAS institutions and courses are recognized by the UK government, so you can be sure you’re making the right choice for your UK education.

Up to date information about applying for student visas to study in the UK can be found on the UK Border Agency website (www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk). In addition, the UK Council for International Student Affairs website (www.ukcisa.org.uk) has news about recent visa changes, as well as details of the rules about paid work while you are studying in the UK. Photo credits: © VisitBritain - Eric Nathan

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Students at UK schools, colleges and universities will be the real winners after the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The six-week event, which saw athletes from 205 countries competing in the British capital in July, August and September 2012, has given rise to more collaborations, opportunities and new education facilities across the country than ever before. Education was central from the moment London won its Olympic bid in 2005. This was demonstrated by global projects such as International Inspiration, in which UK sports professionals and the British Council helped develop sports teaching in 20 countries around the world, as well as events in the UK. More than 1,000 students helped test the Olympic Stadium in May 2012 during the British Universities and Colleges Sport Championships.

range of exciting legacy programmes look set to enrich higher and further education for many years to come. These include brand new facilities such as the University of East London’s £21 million Sports Dock and Surrey University’s Surrey Sports Park, which hosted Team USA during the

The opportunities offered by the Olympics have attracted many international students to the UK. In a survey by Study London in May 2010, 32 per cent of international students said that the Olympic Games had been a factor in choosing to study in the capital. Future students will also benefit. A

Arts students got involved too. Universities around the country launched projects to celebrate the event. These included the Creative Campus Initiative, which involved 12 universities and saw more than 100 art and research projects commissioned in its first phase. “This programme is a once in a lifetime opportunity to achieve an unprecedented level of cultural collaboration between universities in the UK,” said Dr Seymour Roworth-Stokes, Pro Vice-Chancellor at the University for the Creative Arts. “It will open up the cultural resources and assets of our campuses, providing greater access to world leading, practice-based research in the creative and performing arts.”

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The Olympic Park itself will also have a part to play in many people’s studies. The plans being considered for the press and broadcast centre involve using it for higher and further education. In addition, several universities have expressed an interest in establishing new campuses in London near the site. The Olympics has also seen partnerships between UK universities, schools and colleges and organisations in the rest of the world rise by 20 per cent, according to a recent survey for Podium, the Further and Higher Education Unit for the 2012 Games. Examples include the University of Bristol’s links with Kenya and the University of Gloucestershire’s Sport Malawi programme. This was set up in 2008 and has seen many students participating in trips to the sub-Saharan country to help train sports volunteers. Reprinted from Education UK’s Club UK magazine. www.educationuk.org

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Being independent when you study in the UK isn’t just about living away from home. Whatever course you study, you will be encouraged to think for yourself and create your own ideas. A UK education will help you gain confidence in your own abilities and equip you with valuable language, creative, analytical and research skills that employers look for.

Postgraduate programmes in the UK If you study as a UK postgraduate student, most of the work you do will be on your own initiative, which really develops your thinking and research skills. On taught courses, postgraduate tutors and lecturers provide the framework of the course, but you are encouraged to pursue your own interests. With postgraduate research programmes, the principal teaching method is original research, completed under academic supervision. Many UK postgraduate research programmes offer introductory taught courses that provide training in research skills. This will help you prepare for the advanced research you’ll need to do.

MBA courses in the UK

UK undergraduate degree courses UK degree programmes can be tailored to your interests. Although some core topics on your undergraduate degree will be compulsory, you can also choose from optional modules. This gives you the opportunity to specialize in key areas that could help you achieve your career goals. Lectures are an important part of UK undergraduate courses, but you’ll likely spend most of your time in small tutorial and seminar groups. Together with your tutor and fellow students, you will discuss and analyze pre-prepared topics. Here you will find your ideas and opinions are very welcome. If you choose a technical undergraduate degree subject in the UK, you are likely to spend a large portion of your time in supervised laboratory work. This is designed to help you develop necessary technical skills. Whatever course is right for you, more information is available at the Education UK website: www.educationuk.org. Brought to you by the British Council, Education UK helps international students looking to studying in Britain. The British Council is the United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. You can find us at www.britishcouncil.org/canada or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BritishCouncilCanada

Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses in the UK are a particularly intensive, challenging and rewarding form of taught postgraduate course. You’ll be expected to work through a large amount of material, complete projects

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Thinking about studying in the UK? UK education lets you shape your study to suit your needs - a freedom that is combined with the UK’s long tradition of excellence and innovative approach to teaching at every level.

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Good jobs in the 21st century require a good education. Choosing your education is now one of the most crucial choices you will make in your life. You need to do your homework well and you need to be strategic. When you do your homework, you will find that Ontario’s postsecondary education system offers you the competitive advantage you need to succeed. Ontario has some of North America’s best universities and colleges with strong academic ties to some of the largest and most dynamic companies and schools in the world. Ontario’s universities offer a variety of unique study options. For example, through Queen’s University in Kingston, you can study in a castle in Britain as part of your semester; at McMaster University, you can work in a nuclear reactor; at Algoma College, Aboriginal students can pursue studies in the context of their culture; and at the

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University of Ottawa, Collège Boréal and La Cité collégiale, you can study in French. The province also has an excellent apprenticeship system, vibrant multicultural communities, and enhanced investments in students. Ontario offers a strong, well-rounded postsecondary education that will give you a competitive edge in whatever career you choose. Your future starts today in the classrooms of our universities and colleges.

Greater Access and Improved Quality

In 2005, Ontario invested $6.2 billion to expand and modernize its colleges and universities. Thanks to this investment you now have more opportunities than ever to pursue your career choice. In fact, this year about 140,000 more students are taking advantage of better access and improved options in our colleges and universities than there were back in 2002-03

Not only have Ontario’s investments supported increased enrolment, but they have helped more students succeed. More students than ever before are successfully completing their education, without accumulating unmanageable debt.

More Spaces for More Students

Ontario’s Student Access Guarantee is ensuring that qualified students who want a postsecondary education are able to afford it. The province is investing in expanding colleges and universities to ensure that this can happen. Last year alone, we added 20,000 new spaces in colleges and universities. We have also committed to increasing international enrolment by 50% within five years, while ensuring every qualified Ontarian who wants a postsecondary education can have one. To ensure you get the education you need, we have made modernizing and improving facilities in all of Ontario’s Fall / Winter 2012 • Issue: 9

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colleges a top priority. There are 29 infrastructure projects underway at college campuses thanks to investments in new capital funding, some of which are also receiving funding from the federal government. Ontario is also expanding online learning opportunities and creating a new credit transfer system to allow students to more easily transfer between postsecondary institutions. In 2010-11, Ontario invested almost $3.4 billion in Ontario universities as well as almost $1.4 billion in colleges.

Career Opportunities

In the coming years, with 70% of Ontario jobs requiring postsecondary education, there will be a strong demand for college graduates. About 85% of college graduates who are now in the labour market find work within six months of graduating. With a declining birth rate and baby boomers retiring, the Conference Board of Canada estimates Ontario

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will be short more than 360,000 skilled workers by 2025. All of this will occur at the same time as the global competition for skilled workers and dramatic shifts in workplace technology increase, resulting in a heightened demand for workers with specialized skills and knowledge. That’s why the Ontario government is focusing on building the best postsecondary education system in the world, with all types of top-notch training and learning options. Ontario universities include some of the highest ranked institutions in the world for academics and research. Ontario colleges, with their blend of academic learning and hands-on instruction, are in a position to produce many of the graduates needed to meet this challenge.

A Rewarding Student Experience

The Ontario government is making your experience at college and

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Students can expect to pay between $10,000 and $20,000 for each year of their higher education, yet almost 80 per cent of the students surveyed annually since 2008 by Studentawards.com report that they arrive on campus in September with less than $5,000. The gap is filled by parents, government assistance, student loans or part-time work. But there is another option, one often overlooked: There are thousands of scholarships, awards and bursaries out there, many unconsidered. Here’s the real deal on how to win some of the free money (as in, you don’t have to pay it back!) up for grabs each year. Myth: There is a ‘scholarship season’ and once that passes, all the money is gone. Nope. Scholarships and awards are available throughout the year and new ones pop up all the time. Start looking for awards in Grade 10 and keep looking for them until you graduate. Myth: My parents are paying for everything, so I don’t need to apply for a scholarship. First of all, go give your parents a hug for being so generous. Then give your head a shake. Don’t you think they’d want you to do everything you can to help with the tab? And aside from the buffer of cash, applying for scholarships allows you to hone your personal ‘elevator pitch’ (imagine being in an elevator with a potential admissions director or employer and you’ve got two minutes to grab their attention) and to tap into your network for referrals. You’re going to need those skills and references sooner or later to get into your desired program or grad school and to find a job. And nothing says “pick me!” better than a scholarship win on your résumé. Myth: Scholarships are only for top students or those in financial need. Uh-uh. You can win money just for being nice (the June Callwood Harmony Scholarship rewards youth who promote harmony and diversity). You can win money for loving music (MuchMusic asked 15- to 24-year-old students to suggest

On the Web To help you find money for school, Maclean’s has created a free online Scholarship Finder database of major entrance awards. Go to macleans.ca/oncampus and click on “Scholarship Finder.” You can search for awards at one, several or all schools, including searching by a keyword, such as “business” or “engineering” in several disciplines.

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Higher education in Canada is getting more expensive every year, but tuition costs (which average $5,400 in Canada) are not the only drain on savings accounts and education funds – it’s everything else. Add in the essentials – books, rent, food, transportation, clothing and cleaning supplies (sometimes debated as an ‘essential’) – and the not-so-essentials like cellphones, entertainment, cable and alcohol – and students can find themselves digging for change in no time.

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1. Prioritize all the scholarships you are eligible for, in order of personal interest, and apply for the top ones first. If you have passion for the subject matter, it will be reflected in your writing. 2. Do some background work and find out exactly what the scholarship panel is looking for. Read the rules and regulations for each award carefully before you start your application, as there may be conditions excluding you from eligibility. 3. Be clear and concise. How you communicate is just as important as what you communicate. Answer any essay questions and only provide information relevant to the question being asked. Do not go over the word limit, or some of your best work may be disqualified. 4. Your scholarship application essay is not a substitute for your résumé, so don’t just regurgitate your résumé in essay form. Don’t just list accomplishments, discuss them. Expand on your personal experience and clearly articulate what your goals are. 5. Be aware of proper essay structure. Double-check your spelling and grammar and have someone proofread your work. 6. Let your references know that you will be using them in your application and confirm their contact information. References should be professionals at your school or other organizations that can vouch for the claims you have made in your application. Be assured that scholarship administrators will check your references, especially if you make it to the finalist pool. They’ll also google you, so keep it clean on social media. 7. Follow the instructions and make sure that you have provided all the requested information and any required documentation. Making a checklist of all the elements will help. 8. Don’t miss the application deadline and apply early. Don’t procrastinate. Give yourself plenty of time to fill out the application and to gather required documents (reference letters and transcripts can take longer to secure than you expect). SOURCE: STUDENTAWARDS.COM

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creative ways to put more music on the channel, and to name one song that could serve as the soundtrack to their life. Five participants each won $1,000). There are also awards for playing minor hockey or ringette as a kid, for cheerleaders, for tall people and for new Canadians. You’ve just got to look for them.

• Ask your parents to find out if their employer offers

scholarships to children of employees; lots do, but few know about it. Or apply for a job at a company that offers scholarships or tuition reimbursement. If they don’t do it now, ask them to and you might be surprised. Educating employees is good business practice.

Myth: Finding scholarships is hard work. Finding them is actually the easy part. Search for awards that fit your personal profile, interests and strengths, maximizing your chances of success. Here’s how:

• Search the financial aid website at the university you

plan to attend (also, Macleans.ca/oncampus has a great one-stop scholarship finder for scholarships available at Canadian institutions). If you’re already at university, go into the financial aid office regularly and ask if there are awards that suit your profile. Then (and we call this ‘dumpster diving’), ask them if there are any awards with deadlines approaching for which there are few applicants; companies want to give their scholarship money away and, if you are eligible and can write a compelling application under the gun, you can capitalize on low applicant turnout.

• Register at Studentawards.com and take your time filling out the profile questions. Each data point is tagged to an award or opportunity that could land you some cash. Schedule a monthly visit to your personalized mailbox at the site to see what’s new.

• Visit government websites like Canlearn.ca to find out

about province- and territory-specific grants, bursaries and scholarships.

Once you do find an award that interests you, the important thing is to apply for it. By Suzanne Tyson, President of Studentawards.com Reprinted with permission from: Maclean’s Guide to Canadian Universities 2012

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership Up to $70,000 over four years (includes paid summer jobs, mentorship and networking opportunities) Number of awards: up to 20 Candidates must show outstanding leadership and have a 75 per cent average in their most recently completed year of school. Personal circumstances and challenges will be considered in the selection process. Among last year’s winners were students who advocated for Aboriginal education, started a sustainability committee at school, and founded an anti-bullying group.

Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation Loran Award $32,000 plus tuition, over four years (available at 24 participating universities; includes mentoring and a summer program) • Number of awards: 30 Applicants must demonstrate character, service, and leadership, as well as independence, entrepreneurship, and a wide variety of interests. One-time entrance awards and summer grants of $7,500 are also available.

Miller Thomson Foundation National Scholarship $3,000 • Number of awards: 100 Students must have high academic achievement, have contributed positively to their school through extracurricular activities and demonstrate significant commitment to community service. A minimum average of 87 per cent in Grades 9 to 12 is required.

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Sears Canadian High School Design Competition $500 top prize (second place $300, third place $200) • Number of awards: 24 A design challenge is issued in each of four categories: Industrial Design, Fashion Design, Architecture/Interior Design, and Graphic Design. Prizes are awarded at the junior (Grade 10 and below) and senior (Grade 11 and above) levels. Students can enter individually or in teams, and can submit one entry per category.

Terry Fox Humanitarian Award $28,000 over four years (paid directly to the winner’s university for tuition costs) • Number of awards: 20 Candidates are evaluated on their dedication to humanitarian ideals, volunteer experience, courage in overcoming obstacles, academics, and participation in sports, fitness, and community service. Winners may not receive more than $8,000 per year from other scholarships. (Any amount exceeding $8,000 will be deducted from the Terry Fox award.) Winners must maintain their academic, voluntary and career performance at a satisfactory level during their post-secondary career.

RBC Royal Bank Scholarships for Undergraduates $10,000 • Number of awards: six (two reserved for RBC clients) Candidates must have a minimum cumulative average of 70 per cent and provide information about extra-curricular activities and volunteering or work experience. Two short essay questions ask candidates about one change they would like to see, and how they would influence that change.

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Gillian Plummer, SWAP’s former Ireland hosting centre coordinator, offers her tips for having the working holiday adventure of your dreams, in any economy. Ireland has always been a popular destination for young Canadians wanting to work abroad: The pubs, the natural beauty and the accent do have their charms.

The Ireland hosting centre staff discovered in a recent survey that the average amount of time it currently takes to find work with their help is just one-two weeks. Remember that looking for work is a full-time job in itself, and should be treated as such. Arrival centres can help you establish a routine and can provide you with invaluable leads and tips. You are in a different country and you don’t have the same knowledge or understanding of stores, industries and locations. There is no shame in asking for help; that’s what the hosting centre is there for. The easiest jobs to find are those in the service industry. If you are looking to find work in your specific field, add two-three weeks onto your estimated job searching time and it is recommended to make some industry connections before you come over. It is

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helpful to contact your arrival centre as they can provide you with some great leads. Ireland is brand new to you so everything from companies to résumés to grocery stores will be different. Take advantage of the knowledge of the arrival centre staff even before you land to help you get prepared. We find that almost all Canadians absolutely love the experience of living and working in Ireland. When else in your life are you going to be able to live down the street from a 1000-year-old pub and decide that you much prefer the 300-year-old pub? Or on a drive to the north, randomly come across a fairy circle that is older than Stonehenge, and the only thing stopping you from touching the stones are the sheep? No matter what work you go into, it is the journey that makes it worthwhile. It’s not just the professional field experience that enhances your future prospects: Anything you do workrelated will only add to your résumé and make you a far more appealing hire. Someone who has been able to thrive in a foreign environment will be able to work with a variety of people from different backgrounds. As well, you have shown that you take chances and you don’t sit back and wait for opportunities to come to you!

Although we speak the same language, the culture in Ireland can be quite different. Connections are everything and the connections you make in the first few days can really help, so it’s best to reach out and take advantage of all the resources and opportunities offered as part of the SWAP program. Be flexible, be proactive, and always remember to keep your positive Canadian attitude! It’s what we’re known for.

If you need advice or even a pep talk, drop by or call the hosting centre in Dublin; it’s their job to help you find work and make the most of your time abroad. Take advantage of their knowledge of not just the area, but of how to work with the locals. You’ll always be able to talk to a smiling face. Unlimited access to the hosting centre, resources and support in your chosen country is included in SWAP programs in destinations all over the world.

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the world. Working and living in another country gives you the opportunity to challenge yourself and discover who you really are. You’ll return home more confident and independent.

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... from all over the world. You’ll make lifelong international friends through SWAP.

Contributed by: SWAP For more information on SWAP work abroad options see: www.swap.ca Join the SWAP facebook group to talk to SWAPPERS in Ireland and all over the world: http://www.facebook.com/groups/ swapworktravel

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3. Find a school: • See the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Sport Listing to find participating U.S. institutions. Division I schools are highly competitive and have the most scholarships available. Explore these options: • Athletic scholarships are offered in most sponsored sports at the majority of NCAA Division II institutions; • Over 350 small college athletics programs in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) also offer financial support for student-athletes; • Some of the 510 junior colleges in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) offer support for student-athletes. a. Find a school: Consider your academic and athletic goals. b. Ask your coach or other studentathletes for recommendations and contacts. 4. Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center (or see the resource section on the following page for NAIA and NJCAA institutions and certification).

Fill out the Student Release Form for international students. For most international students, your certification status will be evaluated after your final academic records are completed and forwarded to the eligibility center. The cost to register is $85. a. It is critically important to fulfill the NCAA ’s secondary school “core courses” requirement. b. Deadline: There are no deadlines to register. However, students must be certified before receiving an athletics scholarship or practicing/competing with an NCAA Division I or II school. 5. Take the SAT or ACT (required for NCAA certification; may be required by NAIA member institutions depending on your secondary school grade point average and if you graduated in the top half of your school). a. NCAA Division I: Please see the guide for the college-Bound student-athlete and minimum testscore requirements. b. NCAA Division II: A minimum 820 combined score on the SAT verbal and math sections, or a minimum sum score of 68 on the ACT is required.

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6. Draft a sports CV (résumé) that includes your accomplishments within your sport. a. How to create a sports CV for specific coaches: The CV should be one to two pages and to the point, preferably in bullet point format, providing information about your achievements and goals. Include contact information, graduation date, intended major, and a few details such as SAT/ACT scores (or projected testing dates), current GPA, and class ranking/size. b. see the resource links below for do-it-yourself promotion. 7. Write a cover letter to the head coach at each institution that explains both your academic and athletic abilities (this is where the sport CV comes in as an easy reference tool for athletic accomplishments). 8. Apply to as many U.S. colleges or universities as possible. Any questions about your application? See “getting started” or contact EucationUSA (www.educationusa. state.gov/) 9. Good luck! College athletics can be one of the most rewarding and unique experiences in U.S. campus life. 10. Contact your EducationUSU adviser with questions.

FAQ’s What is ths NCAA? The NCAA, or National Collegiate Athletic Association, was established in 1906 and serves as the athletics governing body for more than 1,280 U.S. colleges, universities, conferences and organizations.

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Africa Adrianna Hansen, from Bow Island, Alberta, was the winner of the YouThink Contest – Where in the World Would you Volunteer? – sponsored by Study and Go Abroad Fairs. The volunteer trip was donated by Developing World Connections, and Adrianna chose to go to Kenya this past April. Here’s an account of Adriana’s experience.

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VOLUNTEERISM Our first day on the work site… the children all flocked towards us and wanted us to take photos with them. This little girl became one of my good friends on the trip… she was very smart and was always excited to learn new games.

Looking out over the Rift Valley… the view was breathtaking!

We travelled to Nairobi, Kenya, with a high school group from North Vancouver, BC, and then we continued on to the village of Maai Mahiu.

care of the children in a daycare program and teaches the mothers skills, such as sewing, and gives them jobs.

Our first taste of Kenyan culture was attending a ‘harumbee,’ which means ‘to work or pull together.’ This particular event was a fundraiser for the local soccer team, which had just been promoted to a more competitive league. After some singing and dancing, the soccer players on the team put into a basket the money they themselves had managed to raise. Then the crowd was asked to ‘appreciate’ the soccer team – meaning to add their donations. At intervals, the donations would be tallied, and the process continued several times until the harumbee was considered over. It was so touching to see all the families contributing to the event... they really pulled together to help out the members of their community!

It was very emotional to play with these kids and hear their stories, but also very rewarding as well. I got to hold and play with a little boy who is blind and unable to speak or sit up. At first he seemed very sad, but one of the high points of my day was making him laugh. The mission of the volunteer trip was to build a school in a small village called Oiti, in the Maasai homelands. We worked together with some local workers, and it was amazing to see how quickly the school took shape. It gave me hope that the children we had been spending time with would be able to go to school one day and improve their lives and their living situations.

Most of our volunteer work was with the Comfort the Children charity, which takes care of the ‘Malaika kids,’ a group of children who have physical or mental disabilities. In African culture these children and their families are traditionally shunned and the children are locked away for the rest of their lives. However, Comfort the Children takes

During the trip, we also spent a day in Nairobi with some Kenyan high school students. It was a great chance to bond with them and learn about their lives. It made me realize that young people everywhere have similar hopes and dreams for the future; we just all have different access to opportunities to reach those goals.

Getting ready to put the tin sheets over the walls and roof of the school. The fundis are just finishing up some last minute details on the roof.

My group posing for a shot with the Maasai elders, the children, and the Kenyan high school students. It was nice to know that the elders approved of the work we were doing.

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VOLUNTEERISM The children love acting out for the camera!!

A Maasai manyatta… these houses are made from sticks, straw, mud and cow dung. A manyatta will take a woman about 3 months to complete. They are small by our standards, but a very traditional part of the Maasasi culture.

The next day, the Kenyan high school students accompanied us to another Maasai village to meet a girl who had been sponsored by the local high school. It was so hard saying goodbye at the end of the day to our new Kenyan friends. I would never have thought that I would have become so close to them in just a few days!

Now back in Canada, I am still set on becoming a midwife after graduation. However, while I was in Kenya, several people asked me to consider coming back and setting up a clinic. They encouraged me to think about training Kenyan women in the community to pass on the knowledge and skills to be able to care for other women, and provide a safe environment where they can have their babies. I’m seriously considering this, and this might be a possibility for my future.

At the end of the trip, we went on a safari adventure a few hours from our village. We saw zebras, baboons, rhinos, antelope, water buffalos and giraffes. I have to say, seeing wild animals on a safari beats the zoo any day! We went for a sunrise safari at 6 a.m. the next morning. The view was gorgeous, and we even saw lions! The highlight of the trip, for me, was being invited into a Maasai ‘manyatta’ (a hut made from straw, sticks, mud and cow dung) for a meal – a feast of goat, vegetable stew and chapattis (flat bread cooked over a fire). It was such a humbling experience as I realized what a huge sacrifice it was for them to cook such a feast for us, and throughout this meal, they were welcoming us into their community. An invaluable experience.

Maasai mamas and their babies…. I loved the way they tied the babies to themselves--- it allowed them to work while still being able to comfort the little ones.

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For any of you out there who are considering volunteering in Africa, I would recommend keeping an open mind. Don’t get too caught up thinking about the bugs and potential diseases, and all the other things you’re warned about before you leave. Just try to live in the moment and enjoy the people there. If you make an effort to build relationships with them, they will change your life forever. Contributed by: Adrianna Hansen Photo credits: Adrianna Hansen

Saying goodbye to the children :( You can see the brand new building in the background… we were proud of the work we had completed!

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The world’s fifth-largest economy, France welcomes over 270,000 international students (12% of the country’s total postsecondary enrollment), making it the third largest host country after the US and the UK. France’s institutions award degrees that adhere to the common European system known as LMD (for Licence (Bachelor’s), Master’s, and Doctorate). French diplomas are therefore recognized and accepted throughout the world. For many students, studying in France means an opportunity to learn French or to extend one’s command of the language. Doing so allows them to join a global community of 250 million speakers of language of Voltaire, Hugo, and Camus, and an official language of the Olympics, the United Nations, and the European Union.

Quality education The quality of French higher education is widely recognized throughout the world. French institutions figure prominently in the Shanghai Classification of Universities, in the rankings of the Financial Times and Times Higher, and in the European Report on Science and Technologies published by the European Commission. Each year, France makes massive investments in education and research. In fact, education is the largest category of government spending, accounting for more than 20% of the budget. In France, higher education programs are grounded in accredited research laboratories and the knowledge of seasoned professionals: whatever your field of study, you will always be in contact with renowned experts.

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finance, and human resources. At the undergraduate level they offer the three-year licence professionnelle in many different specialities, as well as other licence degrees. Master’s and doctoral degrees are also offered. Each IAE has its own character and special areas of expertise and excellence.

Here are just a few of the areas of expertise French universities have on offer:

Schools of art and architecture

Schools of management France’s business schools and their programs meet the highest international standards.

Whether private and independent or affiliated with a chamber of commerce and industry, France’s 230 business schools offer curricula and teaching methods that are attuned to the changing economic environment and the latest management practices. Most programs rely heavily on internships and advanced technology. Open to the world through intensive programs of international exchange, France’s business schools offer international students up-close access to the European market. Annual tuition at most schools is between €3,000 and €10,000. France’s schools of management admit a very large number of international students, based either on their academic background or their scores on an entrance exam. Most programs require three years of study and are capped by the award of the school’s diploma. Graduates often continue on for a specialized advanced degree such as the MBA or a specialized master (mastère spécialisé). Some schools have recruitment programs aimed specifically at international students. The nation’s business schools are organized within the Conférence des Grandes Ecoles (CGE).

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French successes in manufacturing, technology, and science (space, transportation, medicine, mathematics), and the number of Nobel prizes and Field medals that French citizens bring home, demonstrate that France is one of the world’s most dynamic centers of innovation and research.

France’s écoles supérieures of art and applied arts are public institutions of very high quality that confer nationally regulated diplomas after three or five years of study. Other schools—private or administered by chambers of commerce—grant degrees that are specific to each school. Both categories of school practice selective admissions based on the student’s application file or examination results, and often an interview.

Schools of Art

CampusFrance has created an online system that allows prospective students to apply simultaneously to 60 carefully selected French schools of art. The CampusArt.org network offers a choice of some 200 art programs at the licence and master’s levels. Students who have completed at least three years of postsecondary study in art can use the system to prepare a single online application that will be considered by every school in the network. The system allows applicants to track their application through to the offer of admission.

At the universities: Institutes of business administration

France’s institutes of business administration (IAE) are universitybased schools of management. There are IAEs around the country. Programs cover all areas of business and management—including marketing,

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Schools of architecture

Education costs

French education in architecture has been harmonized with the European LMD degree system.

In France’s public institutions of higher education, the government bears the bulk of the cost of education—an average of €10,000 per student per year.

The first three years of study lead to a degree in architectural studies that is equivalent to a licence (bachelor). In two more years, students earn the diplôme d’État d’architecte, equivalent to a master. After an additional three years, students can earn a doctorate in architecture.

Annual tuition rates at public institutions are set by law. The rates for the 2012–13 academic year are, by degree program:

• €181 for licence programs • €250 for master’s programs • €380 for doctoral programs • €596 for programs leading to the

All 20 national schools of architecture regulated by the French Ministry of Culture offer post-master programs of specialization and advanced study, including the important credential known as HMONP that entitles graduate architects to direct building projects independently and in their own name.

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Schools of engineering

The nation’s engineering programs combine rigorous training in science with practical training in engineering. The close relations between France’s engineering schools and the business world enhance the quality and relevance of the instruction students receive. There are more than 250 schools of engineering in France. All of them are regulated by a national commission on engineering degrees (CTI), which vouches for the quality of degrees. The nation’s engineering schools also have their own association, CDEFI. Together, France’s schools of engineering cover all aspects of engineering, but each specializes in a particular area, making French schools roughly comparable to a department in a foreign university. Students are admitted to engineering schools on the basis of their application or their performance on an entrance examination or other tests. Annual tuition in France’s public schools of engineering is approximately €600.

Research in schools of engineering Some of France’s engineering schools confer doctorates in engineering. Research training is provided in the school’s research labs, usually in cooperation with universities and national research bodies.

CampusFrance’s n+i program: The “n+i” network is a consortium of more than 70 French engineering schools. It is designed for international students who have already earned an undergraduate degree equivalent to a bachelor. The chief characteristics of the program are:

Tuition rates at private institutions— particularly schools of business and management—is generally higher (from €3,000 to €10,000 annually). But keep in mind that the length of study is generally shorter than in Canada, so look at the overall cost, not just the actual tuition fees. Check www.canada.campusfrance.org and contact your nearest office for information on study programs and potential financial assistance for study and research in France. Source: www.CampusFrance.org and www.canada.campusfrance.org Under the oversight of the French government and in close cooperation with institutions of higher education and their associations, CampusFrance promotes French higher education programs throughout the world, offering international students a pathway to success through postsecondary study in France.

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