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Study opportunities in the United Kingdom and Ireland Say ni hao to Manchester 2

Culture shock: How to find somewhere to live 20

Bolton Wanderers Institute of Sport

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Study at the University of Limerick

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Study opportunities in Mainland Europe Study Engineering in Russia

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What Students Say about Tomsk Polytechnic University 10 Study in...Switzerland

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Global Career in Hospitality & Tourism via Switzerland 14 Finland

Study at JAMK in central Finland Your Future Starts Here!

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Study opportunities in North America Study English abroad

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Why Study in Nevada, USA

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The Shidler MBA: Your Bridge to Global Business 28 Why choose Canada?

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Study Law at the ANU College of Law

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to Manchester A CULTURAL HUB FULL OF MUSIC, ART AND A THRIVING CHINATOWN, MANCHESTER IS THE PERFECT PLACE TO BEGIN YOUR UK EDUCATION.

“Manchester. It’s got everything except a beach,” goes the famous quote from Ian Brown, lead singer with legendary UK band the Stone Roses and Manchester resident. With worldclass shopping facilities, green countryside on its doorstep and two respected universities, it’s not surprising many Chinese students now choose Manchester over more illustrious - but more expensive - places like London to study at.

Accommodation Both the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University have dedicated student halls where you can settle in and both guarantee accommodation for students coming from abroad. Halls are a perfect way of meeting other students and making some friends. You should expect to share a kitchen and bathroom.

If you want your own space, then check out the student areas of Fallowfield and Withington, both of which are around a 20 minute bus ride from the universities.

Shopping Manchester has the best shopping facilities in the UK outside of London. The Trafford Centre is a shopping mall which houses famous brands like Selfridges, Armani and Marks and Spencer and also offers a cinema and several restaurants.

If you are after more individual clothing, head to the Northern Quarter near the city centre where you will find dozens of vintage shops and plenty of bargains. For a taste of home, Manchester’s Chinatown is the second largest in the UK and the third largest in Europe.

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Old Trafford - home of Manchester United Lowry Arts Centre – A whole

museum dedicated to Manchester’s most famous artist Sign up to the MUCSS (University of Manchester Chinese Students Society) for events, discounts and trips

You’ll find all the missing ingredients needed to make your favourite meal in its supermarkets, a dedicated legal advice centre where you can ask for information on visas, specialist travel agents who will be able to get you a cheap flight home and plenty of restaurants.

Entertainment Manchester is a very multicultural city, so not all nights out revolve around drinking beer and dancing. The area of Rusholme is famous for Indian and Pakistani food, with restaurants sprawled along a main road known as the “Curry mile”. Head into one of the many cafes and smoke a water pipe filled with sweetened tobacco while munching on some Indian sweets.

If it’s art you’re after, get in for free at either the Manchester Art Gallery or the Whitworth Art Gallery or check out the latest film releases at the Cornerhouse cinema on Oxford Road. Finally, no trip to Manchester is complete without watching a game of football. The city is lucky to have the two best teams in England in Manchester United and Manchester City, so tickets can be hard to come by, but both universities offer discounted tickets to students.

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How to fund your studies in Manchester Each year many Chinese students rely on support with funding to help finance academic tuition fees and living expenses. The British government and other UK organisations provide a number of scholarships and bursaries to help international students with fees and costs.

Contact your own Ministry of Education or Education Department, as they will have details of scholarship opportunities for students wishing to study overseas. They will also be able to advise you on the conditions for studying abroad. You should also contact your nearest British Council office, which should have details of British scholarship schemes.

The British Council will be able to give you information about educational and training courses and about living in the UK, including how much it costs to study. If there is no British Council office nearby, then contact the British Embassy or High Commission.

If you’re looking for scholarships, try starting with the China Scholarship Council, which awards funding to more than 3,000 students each year. The Great Britain – China Educational Trust provides grants of up to £3,000 to students coming to the UK and many universities offer subject specific bursaries for international students coming to the UK.

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The Bolton Wanderers Institute of Sport provides a comprehensive range of educational programmes combining elite sports coaching with high quality academic studies.

Our goal is to offer, not only the very best in sport coaching, but to provide a unique learning experience where students gain an internationally recognised qualification.

Using innovative teaching styles and tutors with backgrounds in elite sport, our courses focus on professionalism, teaching students what it takes to succeed in life.

Programmes focus on the link between skills and performance on the pitch, and how to achieve in everyday life and employment.

Through elite level coaching, students will develop their technical skills on the field, whilst working towards internationally recognised qualifications.

Education Programmes Our education provision has been designed to accommodate the needs and demands of different types of students. Programmes are challenging but achievable, ensuring that each learner completes a course of study with increased confidence, technical ability and most importantly an internationally recognised qualification.

We offer a range of short and long-term sport education courses, and for international students we also provide English language studies that sit alongside our education programmes.

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1-year BTEC course full accommodation training with Premier League football club

£480 per week

Edexcel and BTEC Qualifications Our education courses offer a range of pathways for individual students and teams of players that can be used as a progression into university or employment. We work alongside Edexcel to offer qualifications that are recognised all over the world as equivalents of national qualifications at various levels.

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University of Limerick

THE UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK (UL) IS AN INDEPENDENT, INTERNATIONALLY FOCUSED UNIVERSITY WITH OVER 11,000 STUDENTS AND 1,313 STAFF. THE UNIVERSITY HAS A PROUD RECORD OF INNOVATION IN EDUCATION AND EXCELLENCE IN RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP.

UL offers 72 undergraduate programmes and 103 taught postgraduate programmes across four faculties: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Education and Health Sciences; Kemmy Business School; and Science and Engineering.

With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, the University is situated on a superb

133-hectare campus. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning and working environment. The campus is located 5km from Limerick city and 20km from Shannon International Airport.

UL has close links with industry from undergraduate to postdoctoral level. The University

runs one of the largest cooperative education (internship) programmes in the European Union. Cooperative education at UL is undertaken as an integral part of the academic programme. UL has an established network of over 1,700 cooperative education employers, and 2,000 undergraduate placements are secured annually in industry, commerce and the public service. Students are placed in Ireland and internationally, primarily in North America, Europe and South East Asia.

Employer contributions to the programme amount to â‚Ź 20 million annually.

UL is an international centre of excellence in sport, music and the arts.

Our on-campus accommodation is among the finest in Ireland with 5 superbly appointed student villages to choose from. The facilities for sports at UL are state of the art and compare favourably with the best internationally.

The University Arena is home to Ireland’s first 50 metre swimming pool along with four full sized basketball courts, an indoor and outdoor running track, fully equipped cardio-vascular and weights facilities to name but a few.

There are 1,500 international students currently studying at the University of Limerick and we look forward to welcoming you onto our state of the art campus!

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Generous 50% scholarships for Science & Engineering programmes available.

Apply directly to the International Education Division and the closing date for receipt of application forms is the 1st July 2011

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Why study Engineering

in Russia?

ENGINEERING IS ONE OF THE GREATEST AND MOST DIVERSE PROFESSIONS IN THE WORLD. EVERY SINGLE PART OF MODERN LIFE REQUIRES SOME ELEMENT OF ENGINEERING – WHETHER IT IS TAKING A CAR JOURNEY, OPERATING GYM TREADMILLS, MAKING A CALL ON A MOBILE PHONE OR PAYING FOR GOODS AT A MALL.

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If you are considering your future career path, engineering is a challenging and fulfilling route to consider.

This guide explains the choices that are open to you in the world of engineering.

Why study engineering at university?

Graduates with qualifications in engineering are highly sought after in the workplace.

Almost every sector of the economy requires engineers of some sort. As a result, engineering offers some of the best job security prospects available in today’s ever-changing and often volatile employment market.

Within the industry, you can select to enter design, development, research, production and management.

As well as the diverse opportunities available, the ability to progress is almost limitless.

Professional engineers often move into chief executive roles at some of the most prominent companies worldwide.

Why study in Russia?

Russia is a country rich with history and culture.

Since the USSR was dissolved in 1991, Russia

In postgraduate engineering courses, you will progress to a specialist area of expertise.

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has thrived and sprung forward with new economic vigour and vibrancy. The largest country in the world, Russia spans a range of climates, time zones and traditions.

It also boasts one of the most impressive educational systems in the world, with a number of institutions – such as Moscow State University and St Petersburg State University – being included in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) league tables.

Undergraduate opportunities – what’s involved, what will I learn?

Undergraduate engineering courses often take a generalist approach, instilling the technical knowledge and analytical skill required to pursue a career in your chosen field. Broad subject areas include mechanical, electrical, chemical, software or environmental engineering.

You will learn the analysis, design and computing techniques which are used in the industry – preparing you for further specialist study or further vocational training.

Postgraduate opportunities – what’s involved, what will I learn?

In postgraduate engineering courses, you will progress to a specialist area of expertise.

If you did an undergraduate in electrical engineering, this could mean opting for something as specific as the applications of lasers in engineering; for environmental

Undergraduate engineering courses often take a generalist approach, instilling the technical knowledge and analytical skill required to pursue a career in your chosen field. engineers, systems engineering and management could be an option.

Courses are available as either taught or research opportunities.

Career options after graduation So you’ve completed your course – what can you expect to progress to?

Graduate engineers work in any industry where something is built or produced. This includes the manufacturing, transport, construction, medicine, energy, chemicals, and software sectors.

Job responsibilities include product and process development, manufacturing, consultancy roles, research and development, data management, IT support, logistics, sales and management and administration.

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What Students Say

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Martin Kalany, Austria I wanted to study in Russia because I was very much interested in Russia and the Russian culture and I wanted to learn the Russian language. Furthermore, Russia is a much more unique experience than most destinations in Europe.

I saw some information material in the International Office of Vienna University of Technology. For students of Vienna University of Technology, exchange programs are provided only in Perm and Tomsk. For me Tomsk is much more interesting and adventurous.

I also preferred Tomsk to Perm because Tomsk offered many courses in English language. Moreover social and guidance support was really good, especially through the first few weeks. Many people in Tomsk are friendly and eager to meet foreigners; there’s lots of snow – I like winter.

The University Profile: Location: Russia, West Siberia, Tomsk city Foundation date: 29th of April, 1896 Number of students: 25,000 Number of international students: 2,100 Number of graduates: 150,000 Language of instruction: Russian, English Number of programmes: approximately 220 European association membership: CESAER, CLUSTER Ranked third out of all Russian technical universities National Research University status since 2009

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Apata Oluwagbenga, Nigeria Choosing Russia to pursue my studies was a very easy decision because the education here is recognized globally. A friend of mine told me about Tomsk Polytechnic University. I have always wanted to study English language here in Russia and when I got information about TPU and the opportunity to have my studies in English, I made up my mind that the university was the right place to study. TPU was a good choice because I had lots of information about the accreditation status of the university and its academic partnership with other renowned universities. I saw this as an opportunity to maximize my potentials.

Also, the fees are quite affordable compared to other universities which offer the same opportunities in other cities. Next, I must give kudos to the social and guidance unit of the department; they do all they can to help students settle fast in the new academic environment. The level of training here is quite good. The academic process is up to international standards. A quiet and serene city conducive for academic growth. I love the beautiful wooden architecture of the city.

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Katia Nedelec, Germany I learnt about TPU on the internet pages of the international office of my university (TUM). I wanted to study one semester in Russia and TPU was very attractive due to its visible interest towards exchange students. In several reviews written by students who had spent a semester of a year in Tomsk, TPU was always recommended as a cooperative university with an international environment in a beautiful town. As in Germany the reputation of the organisation in Russia is very bad, I was a bit surprised that there were few problems (most of them got solved very fast). The level of training is fine; the focus is more on the practical classes than in my university. The support is very good, the international office helps us and through the Buddy-Building club we have a lot of Russian friends.

TPU is situated in an interesting and beautiful city. It is not as big as Moscow, but due to the universities, there are many students, so it is easy to find friends. There are many things I like about Tomsk, i.e. excursions in the nature or just walking with some friends through the town and looking at beautiful houses.

Petr Lhotka, the Czech Republic

I learnt about TPU through the Internet. I came to realise that I would study at TPU when I learnt about its status in Russian system of education. I chose TPU because I saw it as one of the leading universities of technology in Russia.

The level of training is high and the relationship between international students and the guidance support is warm. When I first came to Tomsk, I had an impression of being situated in an ancient city. My favourite thing about Tomsk is “the people”, they are friendly. The warm relationships I share with the people around me in Tomsk make me feel I am at home and not in a foreign country.

I live at TPU international students’ hostel, which is comfortable. My roommate is from Mongolia, we live together in a room for two. I suggest that when we have extreme cold temperatures, we should be excused from lessons or teachers should come to give lectures to us in our hostel.

I wanted to study in Russia, because I wanted to improve my Russian language. But I don’t like big cities like Moscow or Saint Petersburg.

I wanted to visit Asian part of Russia. I learnt about TPU from my university’s website. Also my friends in Prague told me that TPU is a high-quality university with good reputation.

Level of training and the organization of academic process are o’key.

TPU has own Buddy-Building Club – it’s a very nice idea. Russian students can practice their language and international students can find new friends. I also enjoy good level of language courses.

I arrived in Tomsk in August. The weather was fine and I was enjoying my first time in Russia. I quickly got used to this student city. If you are kind and friendly, you will find many friends in Tomsk. And with good friends you never feel alone.

I live in hostel of TPU. It’s an awesome student’s hostel — everything is new and clean. The security is also very good. Students from Russia, France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Italy and Austria live in this hostel. The atmosphere is outstanding.

Admission office | + 7 (3822) 563-304 | E-mail: iie@tpu.ru The Institute of International Education and Language Communication| Tomsk Polytechnic University, 30 Lenina Prospect| Tomsk, 634034|Russia

Joining us you have a great opportunity, besides having effective training in higher education, to make new friends from all over the world and get acquainted with different cultural traditions.

So, come and join us! www.iie.tpu.ru

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Switzerland SWITZERLAND: CHOCOLATE, SKI CHALETS, WIDE OPEN SKIES, MOUNTAINS... AND CHEESE. DID YOU KNOW, THOUGH, THAT GERMAN, FRENCH, ITALIAN AND ROMANSH ARE ALL OFFICIAL LANGUAGES OF THIS TINY COUNTRY? OR THAT 23% OF STUDENTS STUDYING IN SWITZERLAND ARE FROM OVERSEAS, MAKING IT A HUGELY INTERNATIONAL PLACE TO LIVE? HAD YOU EVEN HEARD OF THE ROMANSH LANGUAGE? SEE – THE EDUCATION IS STARTING ALREADY. Aside from the chocolate indulgence and cultural opportunities that are potentially available, here are a few more reasons why you might consider Switzerland as a prime location of your university education.

Whatever your subject, the Swiss probably have it covered. In its impressive portfolio are two federal institutes of technology, both world leaders in science and engineering research, 10 state universities, all with high research assessment results, eight universities for applied science, and 15 for teacher education. There are also several specialist institutions, focusing on administration, international affairs, finance and hotel management. Lots of choice, then...

Despite the country having four official languages, the bulk of masters and PHD teaching is done in English – so if you’re thinking of studying in Switzerland as a postgraduate the language barrier shouldn’t be a worry.

Alternatively, if you are thinking of studying for a bachelors degree, it is important that you know most undergraduate degrees are taught in either French, Italian or German. If your language skills are strong enough, think of all the benefits that studying in another language could bring – your degree couldn’t be more international.

It’s cheap. Fees and tuition are far lower than you would find for any degree in the UK, or in many other countries – Swiss universities are publically funded, and there is also a wealth of

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Your visa will allow you to work up to 15 hours per week, meaning you can support yourself whilst you study, at least part of the way.

Entry requirements are high – and yes, this might not seem like a good thing at first.

But when it comes to your degree, and getting into university in the first place, a challenge can only be a good thing (at least in the long-term). Securing a place on a highdemand course is a big achievement in itself; good things are likely to come your way later on.

The location of Switzerland means its climate varies dramatically, depending on where you are in the country, and of course on the time of year. Whilst the popular image is of misty mountains and snowy peaks, the south of the country has a much warmer (in summer maybe even Mediterranean) climate. Switzerland is so small that if you’re sick of snow you can hit the road and reach sunnier climes without too much trouble. In the south, it borders Italy at Lake Como.

On a related note, just look at these train journey times: west from Geneva to Paris, three hours, £23 if booked online. South to Milan, four hours, as little as £17. North from Zurich to Strasbourg, two and a half hours, £43. Switzerland is perched right in the centre of Europe, and with so many culturally vibrant places close by the chances to explore the continent are immense.

And, lastly: it should be very easy to find accommodation as a student in Switzerland, even if your university doesn’t provide it.

Check out www.students.ch or www.studisurf. ch for rooms – but don’t expect them to be furnished!

For more information visit: Global Visas – www.globalvisas.com Transworld Education – www.transworldeducation.com Study in Europe – www.studyineurope.eu Study Abroad – www.studyabroad.com

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via Switzerland WOULD YOU LIKE TO TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD? ARE YOU INTERESTED IN MEETING PEOPLE FROM DIFFERENT CULTURES? WOULD YOU LIKE TO CLIMB A CAREER LADDER IN RELATIVELY SHORT TIME? IF SO, THEN THE HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM WILL MOST LIKELY EMBRACE YOU, SAYS MAGDY ATTALLA, REGIONAL MARKETING DIRECTOR & MARKETING PROFESSOR AT BHMS BUSINESS & HOTEL MANAGEMENT SCHOOL – LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND (WWW.BHMS.CH).

Hospitality and Tourism are people industries.

To climb up your career ladder, you must enjoy dealing with people. Human skills and the ability to “empathise” are of great assets.

The international hospitality and tourism has global standards and very few adjustments are required to move from one country to another. Instead of re-starting again every time you take a move to another country, you will rather climb further and your value goes

up every time you change jobs and change country. For example, if you are a Front Office Manager in a large hotel in Switzerland and you move to the US, you become a Rooms Division Manager in a large hotel as well. The more you move, reasonably, the higher you rise.

Besides, the hospitality and tourism have become the world’s largest employers and

provide highly rewarding and successful careers irrespective of sex, nationality or cultural background, something which no other industry can match. According to World Tourism Barometer – February 2011 “In 2010, World Tourism recovered more strongly from the shock it suffered from 2008 and 2009 due to the global financial crisis and economic recession“.

The need for manpower will always be there as people are constantly crossing borders every year. It is forecasted that 1.6 billion travellers cross borders by 2020 compared with 924 millions crossed borders on 2008.

The more people travel, the more the demand for new hotels, resorts, cruise liners, airports, etc.

I constantly travel around the world to recruit students to study in Swiss Hotel and Business Schools and also to give presentations in various local schools and universities.

I noticed that skills-based education, learningby-doing, or emphasis on developing the human resource were lacking in many academic curricula.

In contrast to European institutions, and specifically Swiss Hotel & Business Schools, much emphasis is put on developing the human resource, human skills and addressing their specific needs.

Our concern is to prepare individuals for the corporate level of the industry.

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At BHMS Switzerland, we are keen to grant dual qualifications in a fastest track possible. In the undergraduate level, students earn Swiss Higher Diploma (granted by BHMS Switzerland) as well as British BA Degree (granted by The Robert Gordon University RGU). Course duration is 36 months divided into 3 blocks of 6 months study plus 3 blocks of 6 months of guaranteed paid internship in Switzerland.

According to 2011 Guardian ranking of British Universities, RGU ranked 27th from 118 British

Universities. In the postgraduate level, students earn Swiss Post Graduate Diploma as well as American MBA Degree (granted by City University of Seattle, USA) within 24 months period; two blocks of 6 months study followed by two blocks of 6 months of guaranteed paid internship in Switzerland. Student may specialize in Global Management or Hospitality Management.

This education system allows student to conclude their studies in the fastest possible

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track thereby allowing them to launch their global career earlier than many graduates of other institutions in Switzerland or outside Switzerland.

Our education is for dreamers, people who want to make it big in a relatively short time.

It is also for people who feel the passion of “entrepreneurs” as they could launch their own business in relatively short time with relatively small capital.

Top American MBA delivered in Switzerland Are you a fresh graduate and looking for a career change?

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Apply to our fast-track MBA program today: 12 months study + 6-12 months of paid internship in Switzerland Study in one of the most touristic cities in Europe: Lucerne City Study in English + Learn a Second European Language Over 45 Different Nationalities + 4 intakes per year Limited partial scholarships available for 2012 applicants

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Finland FAMOUS AS A VENUE FOR HOLIDAYS AND LONG WEEKENDS, FINLAND OFFERS A REAL ALTERNATIVE FOR THOSE LOOKING TO EXPERIENCE SOMETHING MORE THAN A HOME-GROWN UNIVERSITY OR DEGREE COURSE.

Not everyone will be able to afford to study for university in the UK, so why even think of studying for a degree overseas? The short version is that it can be cheaper. In Finland’s case, they do not charge tuition fees for undergraduate bachelor degrees. So you will only have to fund your living and academic materials costs (books etc). However, whilst you will thus not graduate owing £40,000 there are some factors you need to consider before setting off for ‘the land of lakes’.

Quality and Choice Finland’s quality of higher education is good if not excellent. Finland has an independent

body that vets and quality audits degree programmes (Finnish Higher Education Evaluation Council), its findings are made public so that Finnish Universities and Polytechnics cannot afford mediocrity.

In general terms the country has both a traditional university sector and a Polytechnic sector. In reality, the Finnish government more accurately describes the Polytechnics as Universities of Applied Sciences. Even so, there is some cross-over, but Finland prides itself on having degrees that are more related to career development and employment prospects.

Whilst Finland offers all the ‘usual’ choices,

its traditional focus on applied and vocational areas is reflected in the current centres of excellence identified by the Ministry of Education & Culture. These include those offering Computer Science & Engineering; Industrial Management; Motion Picture, Television and Production Design; Pharmacy; Physics; Social Work; and Environmental Engineering amongst others.

Language Skills For those of you wondering what the catch is, then language might be one of them. Wonderful as it is learning any new language, how many of us would want to spend the time and money having to learn a new language? In this case, Finnish is not the easiest language to become fluent in. Luckily for Chinese students, Finnish universities have had considerable experience in providing courses taught in English. You will also find that some 450 courses (not all degrees) are offered in English.

Costs and Living in Finland The cost of living in Finland is not cheap, and the Finnish government will want proof that you can support yourself before giving you a residence permit. You need to be able to show that you will be able to afford at least 6,000 Euros (or around £5,300) a year. This will not give you a luxury lifestyle. However, what is it like living and studying in Finland?

Firstly, Finland is one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in Europe. Its culture is a unique blend of Scandanavian modernism

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Finnish people are as equally at home in the latest uber-chic club in Helsinki, or camping out for the weekend beside a mirror-flat lake

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The Universities

There are some 16 universities in Finland, and 25 Polytechnics (some of which are private) Aalto University Academy of Fine Arts Hanken School of Economics Lappeenranta University of Technology Sibelius Academy Tampere University of Technology * Theatre Academy University of Helsinki University of Eastern Finland University of Jyväskylä University of Lapland University of Oulu University of Tampere University of Turku University of Vaasa Åbo Akademi University

and environmentalism, aligned with traditional indigenous naturalism. The language is most closely related to Hungarian and the ethnic mix produces a startling range of blondes, redheads, dark browns with green, blue, brown eyes and everything in between.

Culturally, Finland is proud of its uniqueness, tolerance and equality. It values independence above almost anything, and has an enviable reputation for its work ethic. Additionally, almost no-one other than the Irish or Australians has as justified reputation for knowing how to party. Finnish people are as equally at home in the latest uber-chic club in Helsinki, or camping out for the weekend beside a mirror-flat lake.

Geographically, you can experience the seemingly innumerable lakes, a pristine coastline, or the tundra in the north. Finland is the last major stronghold of the semi-nomadic Sami people (Laplanders) still practicing their ancient culture. So besides the southern cities strung around the Baltic Sea, you can head north to experience either the midnight sun (summer) or the midday night sky (winter).

Catching the northern lights might be worth the trip alone.

As far as travel and experiences go, Finland is a great jumping off point to the other countries of the Baltic, as well as Russia, Germany and Poland. Similarly, cheap budget flight connections mean that going home for holidays or even a long weekend are not major expeditions.

Conclusion So if you think university and excitement are beyond you, or you do not fancy the forecast graduation debt levels, check out Finland.

Quality, variety, diversity and a bit of excitement are part of the package.

Arcada Polytechnic Central Ostrobothnia Polytechnic Diaconia Polytechnic HAAGA-HELIA Polytechnic Humanities Polytechnic Häme Polytechnic Jyväskylä Polytechnic Kajaani Polytechnic Kemi-Tornio Polytechnic Kymenlaakso Polytechnic Lahti Polytechnic Laurea Polytechnic Metropolia Polytechnic Mikkeli Polytechnic North Karelia Polytechnic Novia Polytechnic Oulu Polytechnic Rovaniemi Polytechnic Saimaa Polytechnic Satakunta Polytechnic Savonia Polytechnic Seinäjoki Polytechnic Tampere Polytechnic Turku Polytechnic Vaasa Polytechnic

Further information: As a starting point, check out http://www.studyinfinland.fi

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Study at JAMK in central Finland

Your Future Starts Here!

JAMK UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES IS AN ATTRACTIVE, INTERNATIONALLY ORIENTED HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION WITH A STRONG ROLE AMONG THE DEVELOPERS OF THE JYVÄSKYLÄ REGION AND CENTRAL FINLAND.

JAMK is oriented towards working life. We offer first- and second-cycle degree education (bachelor’s and master’s degrees), open studies, continuing education, and vocational teacher education.

We maintain close contacts with regional enterprises and organisations. The orientation of JAMK’s education and the contents of the various curricula are based on the needs of working life.

Success in the National Comparison JAMK proved to be the best university of applied sciences in Finland year 2010 according to a report made by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The overall public image of JAMK has been rated as the best among the universities of applied sciences in Finland. JAMK’s popularity as a study environment and the versatility of its fields of study can be regarded as the cornerstones of its public image.

International Orientation We are an internationally oriented institution of higher education. We have partners in more than 40 countries around the globe. Over 2,500 international degree and exchange students have contributed to the internationalisation of JAMK and the city of Jyväskylä over the past 10 years, while enjoying JAMK’s high-quality education and the opportunity to complete their studies in close interaction with working life.

Master’s Degree Programme in International Business Management

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Master of Business Administration, 90 credits Application period: 5 March - 3 April 2012, until 4.15 p.m. Finnish time Interested in New Business Development?

The objective of the programme is to further develop key competencies needed to continue and succeed in professional development. The programme’s components comprise studies in strategic management and new business development in a global environment. Students are able to choose from various elective studies, eg. project management and strategic management accounting. Finally students are required to complete a master’s thesis.

The programme can be completed in approximately one and a half years of full-time study through intensive periods from September to November and February to April. It is also possible to build a part-time study programme through a personalised study plan and complete the studies in 2,5 - 3 years.

Professionals for Global Marketplace Our graduates will design and implement new business development projects and execute management tasks in global contexts. They will be able to work as initiators and implementers in business planning and management tasks of companies targeting global growth, and as growth-oriented and innovative entrepreneurs in global markets.

Selection Criteria and Tuition The requirements for eligibility are a bachelor’s level degree in the field of business and administration or other equivalent degree, and at least three years of relevant work experience after the bachelor’s degree. The master’s degrees conducted in English have tuition for NON-EU/ EEA-citizens. NON-EU/EEA-citizens have an opportunity to apply for JAMK’s scholarship.

Interested in Master’s Degree?

Apply for a Master’s Degree Programme in International Business Management at JAMK University of Applied Sciences at 5.3.-3.4.2012 Further information: - Applying to JAMK: admissions@jamk.fi - Studying at JAMK: www.jamk.fi/english - Jyväskylä region: www.jkl.fi/lang/ - www.facebook.com/jamk.fi

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Culture shock:

How to find somewhere to live FINDING SOMEWHERE TO LIVE IN A NEW COUNTRY IS GOING TO BE ONE OF THE MOST STRESSFUL EXPERIENCES OF YOUR LIFE. MANY STUDENTS CHOOSE TO START IN UNIVERSITY HALLS, BUT WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DECIDE TO FIND YOUR OWN PLACE? Viewing a house or flat in a new country means more than just opening the door, poking around and thinking, “yeah, it’s got a bathroom and a sink, and doesn’t smell too bad, it’ll do.”

While it’s important to make sure your future home is in good condition, it also has to suit your needs.

Most students rent places that have furniture already so you don’t need to buy a new bed, wardrobe, etc, but when you’re looking round the flat or house, make sure the furniture and cabinets there are big enough for what you need. If you’ve already got a wardrobe and chest of drawers full of clothes then you might want to think about where it’s all going to go as you view each place.

Counting the costs It may seem obvious, but make sure you can pay the rent. That price that you see next to the pretty picture of the house or flat is what you’ll have to make sure the landlord gets every month, whether or not you spent your money on tickets to a gig or on a spur-of-the-moment holiday.

In addition to rent, there’ll be bills for water, gas and electricity. You can check with your letting agent to see what typical costs are, or ask the previous tenants if they’re in the house or flat when you’re having a look round. Don’t forget

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difficult – not just for you, but for everyone else in the house too – so it’s best to sort out any differences as early as possible.

Also, make sure everyone is on board with dividing the cost of rent and bills. If you’ve signed a joint tenancy agreement, you’re all responsible for paying the rent whether or not someone forgets to put in their share. And bills don’t go away if you ignore them – you can end up without internet while you’re trying to finish an essay, or having the gas cut off in the middle of winter. Talk about the household finances once in a while to check that all the bits and pieces are up to date.

Know what’s already broken Ask your landlord to give you an inventory of what’s in the house, and what condition it’s in – this will clear you of any responsibility for broken doors, stained sofas or cracked plaster that were already there when you moved in, and mean that your landlord can’t take money out of your security deposit to fix them. If you don’t get an inventory, make your own and take pictures of any trouble areas. Give these to your landlord or letting agency straight away, keeping copies of any emails or letters sent about it.

to factor in the deposit – in the UK this can be as much as six weeks rent, which is a hefty amount.

Location, location, location So, you’ve found a place that looks great and is cheap to rent - but it’s miles away from university. Well, that doesn’t matter because you’ll just get the bus, right? While that’s true, find out how much it’s going to cost to get the bus, and multiply that over a week or month to see how much you’re actually spending in addition to your rent. Cycling can be a great way of getting free transport, but make sure you find out if there are any rules,

costs or potential difficulties to locking up your bike while you’re in class. And speaking of locking up, check out how safe the area is where you want to live. Visit it on weekends, or during the night to get a firsthand glimpse of what it would be like walking around on your own.

Even in areas that seem safe enough to leave your doors unlocked, don’t do it.

Get your money back When your tenancy is ending, it can be a really chaotic time as it means term is ending too.

You and your housemates will have exams to study for as well as papers and projects to finish. Packing up and clearing out of the house is usually left to one big scramble at the end, and it’s easy to forget about the huge sum of money you all gave your landlord at the beginning of the tenancy. If your landlord’s already been round and said the place looks fine, then you’re entitled to your deposit back within ten days of the end of the tenancy. If you’re having trouble with this, pull out the document about your security deposit that you were given at the beginning of your tenancy, and contact them with any queries.

Share and share alike Deciding to go in on renting place with your friends is easy because it sounds like fun, but before you start celebrating, think about whether or not you’ll all be good living together.

Not getting on with a housemate can be really

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Study English abroad

BEING ABLE TO SPEAK ENGLISH TO A BUSINESS LEVEL WILL IMPROVE YOUR JOB PROSPECTS, SALARY AND OPPORTUNITIES TO TRAVEL. HOW CAN YOU CHOOSE THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU?

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So you’ve decided to study an English language course abroad, but don’t know your IELTS from your TOEFL. There are many different types of accrediting bodies, modes of study and even countries to choose from. Are you starting to learn English from scratch, or do you simply need to improve your academic English in order to start another course?

If it’s the latter, then many universities have devised a range of courses to help overseas students come to terms with the demands of studying for university graduate or postgraduate degrees. Universities understand that a lack of linguistic ability not only means low academic performance, but can also lead to an unhappy overall experience for you, the student.

In the UK A year-long English Language Foundation Course helps to equip students with the language needed to cope with most graduate and postgraduate courses within a university.

It is usually aimed at students who satisfy the university’s entrance requirements in their chosen area of study. Students who do not possess the right subject qualifications would then be expected to gain them after taking the course. The specific entrance requirements for Foundation Courses may vary between institutions so check their website for details.

For students of lower English language ability, a pre-foundation English course is the best option. Designed to bring your language

abilities up to scratch from a basic starting point, this course can be taken over a period of up to two years and gives those who start with limited English a chance to combine their studies with an extensive experience of English life and culture.

For students who have already gained both relevant qualifications and the right level of English,- and are planning on studying in the UK - a pre-sessional academic English course is recommended. This sort of intensive fourweek course helps students come to terms with the academic culture of a UK university and brings them ‘up to speed’ in their new environment from day one.

Similarly an ‘English Plus’ summer school for adult students can provide an introduction to general conversational and written English.

These are usually mixed with a friendly and stimulating diet of cultural activities and heritage visits.

Getting your English into shape for serious academic study will always be hard work - but it can also be fun.

With the right course, skilled tutors, and a friendly environment you can combine a important part of your career plan with an experience you can always treasure. Perhaps the biggest advantage of a university English course is that you will already be in a large institution with lots of modern resources which are specifically aimed at young people

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like yourself. You can practice being an undergraduate while qualifying to become one.

In Australia Australia is fast becoming a favoured destination for students wishing to undertake English language training. More and more students are studying English in less expensive regional cities and towns rather than in large cities in an attempt to get to know the “real” Australia.

One such place is The Language Centre, located in the heart of the University of Newcastle, which offers a wide variety of English language programmes including General English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP). The Centre offers an English and internship programme, where participants undertake a prescribed English language course, followed by a work placement in their area of choice in either Newcastle or Sydney.

Upon successful completion of the English for Academic Purposes course, many students go onto further study at the University of Newcastle.

Centres like Newcastle are also popular for group study tours, because of the variety of activities on offer and the perceived safety of its environs. Participants normally have homestay with an Australian family, and the study tours combine English language tuition with afternoon and weekend tourist and cultural activities. English for specific purposes courses are also available for groups wanting to develop their knowledge in areas such as

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information, and some sample questions.

You can order the booklet from the TOEFL website at www.ets.org/toefl and it is also available from US educational advising centres around the world.

The TOEFL is currently offered as an internetbased test (iBT) or paper-based test (pBT).

Both tests are taken at secure testing centres in various cities around the world where you can be monitored. You will be tested on your reading, listening, speaking and writing skills.

At the very least, it is wise to familiarise yourself with the test format and practice some test questions before you arrive at the test centre. The amount of practice you will need to do will depend on your English language ability, the time available before you take the test, and how familiar you feel with the test format.

business, the environment and health, as well as their English skills.

In the US If you want to study in the US, you will almost certainly have to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The test is taken by thousands of students each year and although US universities are beginning to recognise a wider range of accrediting bodies, it remains the most popular programme in the US. If you are not a native speaker of English but have studied in an English-speaking country for

at least three years, US colleges will probably waive the TOEFL requirement. However, this is done on a case-by-case basis, and you must check with each individual institution rather than assume that you do not have to take the test.

If the colleges you are applying to require a TOEFL score, the first thing you will need to do is obtain the TOEFL information bulletin.

This free booklet provides information on how to register for the TOEFL, fees and payment methods, registration forms, a list of test centres, what happens on the test day, scoring

While the TOEFL information bulletin provides some sample questions, there are also various TOEFL preparation materials produced by both the test administrators (the Educational Testing Service) and by independent test preparation companies. The test administrators’ materials focus on practising actual past questions and complete tests, while the latter are independent companies who aim to help students improve their performance on the test using a variety of strategies and techniques.

If you are heading to the US to start your English learning rather than simply improving it for a course, you might want to consider an intensive study programme offered by some institutions. One place worth looking at is the Tutorium in Intensive English based at the University of Illinois in Chicago. The institution offers intensive English learning programmes where you study for up to 25 hours a week in small groups of around twelve students.

These sort of immersion study programmes are a fantastic way of getting your language skills up to speed as quickly as possible, although the method of study can be quite intimidating. However, they often represent the best way of learning a new language.

Learning English as a second language isn’t easy, but by immersing yourself in an English speaking country, you will learn far more and more quickly than by staying at home. Where will you choose?

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Tutorium in IN TENSI V E ENGLISH Established in 1978, the Tutorium in Intensive English is known for its professional faculty, quality instruction, multi-media computer facilities, competitive fees, and convenient location. Our reputation for excellent English as a second language instruction brings students from all over the world to Chicago each year.

WHY CHOOSE UIC • Small classes; 20-25 hours weekly • Elementary through advanced levels • Sessions begin in August, January, and May • Technology- enhanced learning • Social, cultural, and educational activities • Unique, urban, multi-cultural environment • Near Chicago’s business, recreation, and cultural centers • UIC is a large, international research institution

For a brochure and application, please contact: University of Illinois at Chicago, Tutorium in Intensive English (m/c 324) 1333 South Halsted Street, Suite 260, Chicago, IL 60607 U.S.A TEL: (312)

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Why Study in Nevada, USA

BY CHOOSING TO ATTEND UNIVERSITY IN NEVADA STUDENTS CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE USA’S EXCELLENT INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION FOR HIGHER EDUCATION AND A VARIETY OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR IMPROVING ENGLISH-LANGUAGE SKILLS. Over 20 percent of Nevada’s population are of Hispanic origin, and a sizeable number of Nevada residents are fluent in Spanish, giving extra opportunities for language acquisition.

Las Vegas is known for its thriving AsianAmerican community, with a large ‘Chinatown’ and an ‘Asiantown’ shopping centre, meaning that Chinese students can easily find and purchase the comforts of home. Indeed, one in a hundred Nevada residents speak Chinese languages with their friends and family.

The bright lights of the Las Vegas strip can be a draw for those who place a premium on a thriving night-life but Nevada can also boast a variety of wildlife preserves, wilderness areas and State Parks for those who prefer outdoor recreation. Much of the land in the state is owned by the US Government, and over two thirds of those who live in Nevada can be found in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area.

University Options in Nevada Nevada is home to a number of higher educational institutions, many of which come under the Nevada System of Higher Education.

This public body oversees two universities, a research institute, four community colleges and one state college.

Nevada System of Higher Education - University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) This 337 acre campus is situated less than two miles from the heart of Las Vegas. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching considers it to be a “research-intensive

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university,” meaning that it is in the top 10 percent of US Universities.

- University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) UNR is also a research-intensive university and is located in downtown Reno. It currently offers over 75 disciplines to pursue a degree in and offers over 100 graduate-degree programs at master’s and doctoral level.

nursing and administration. Roseman University of Health Sciences offers degrees in pharmacy, nursing and business administration.

Why not consider one of Nevada’s universities for your undergraduate and post-graduate degrees?

Private Universities - Touro University Nevada This University specialises in health care and is located in Henderson, Nevada - Roseman University of Health Sciences Also located in Henderson, this University is another healthcare specialist.

Programmes Available There are a wealth of programmes available across the universities of Nevada. UNLV alone has over 200 courses from bachelor’s degrees to master’s degrees to doctorates.

Departments include Dental medicine, Hotel Administration, Law, Engineering and more. Its English department has been recognised for innovation. UNR’s College of Engineering boasts a state of the art large-scale structures laboratory and the campus is also home to a powerful laser system and the University of Nevada School of Medicine. UNR offers undergraduate degrees in over 70 areas and more than 100 masters and doctorate programs. Touro university offers a variety of health programmes including osteopathic medicine, occupational therapy,

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The Shidler MBA:

Your Bridge to Global Business

FOUNDED IN 1949, THE SHIDLER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII AT MANOA IS A LEADER AMONG U.S. BUSINESS SCHOOLS, OFFERING A WIDE SELECTION OF DEGREE PROGRAMS IN A MULTICULTURAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. SHIDLER IS THE ONLY AACSB ACCREDITED MBA PROGRAM IN HAWAII AND HAS BEEN CONSISTENTLY RANKED AMONG THE TOP 25 U.S. GRADUATE BUSINESS SCHOOLS FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT. A pioneer among U.S. business schools in international business, our students are multiethnic with a high concentration from Pacific Rim nations. The Shidler College offers students many opportunities to succeed in business and actively encourages students to participate in international and national competitions, internships, and study abroad programs throughout the year.

Strategically located between the East and West, Hawaii offers students a glimpse of the world through our multi-lingual population, internationally friendly environment, and prevailing Asian culture. Hawaii is one of the best places to broaden your international perspective.

What makes Shidler the best place to study international business?

• Partnerships and joint degree programs with Asian universities and institutes • Internationally accomplished faculty, 35% of whom are from Asia • Approximately 30% of the graduate student body are international students • Shidler alumni can be found in 37

countries with a large concentration living in Asia

The Shilder MBA program will become your gateway into international business—whether in Japan, China, Vietnam or anywhere in the world.

Our Full-time MBA, Japan-focused MBA (JEMBA), and the China International MBA (CIMBA) programs have been designed with you in mind, offering diverse electives and the opportunity to work with people from various backgrounds.

Our accomplished faculty present a cutting edge view of today’s global business environment, balancing theory and practice to provide realistic learning experiences based on their academic research and extensive international business experience.

You’ll also learn from your fellow students, representing Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and countries such as Japan, Korea, China, India, Vietnam, Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Bhutan, Nepal, Germany, Israel, U.K., Poland and the Czech Republic.

Students in the Full-time MBA, JEMBA and CIMBA programs, will attend classes together as a cohort during their first year. First year core classes include finance, accounting, economics, statistics, marketing, supply chain, leadership and organizational behavior, ethics, IT management and corporate strategy.

Other Master’s programs of interest include: • Vietnam Executive MBA • Masters in Financial Engineering • Masters in Accounting

Full-time MBA program: Scholarships available for international students!

The first stop on your path to global business and entrepreneurship is at the crossroads where East meets West.

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The shidler MBA

Your Bridge To Asia

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China International MBA

Japan-Focused MBA

Vietnam-Executive MBA

• 1 year in Honolulu, Hawai‘i

• 18 months in Honolulu, Hawai‘i

• 2 years in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

• 3 month internship in Japan

• Executive MBA format

• Japanese language training

• Optional summer study in Honolulu, Hawai‘i

• 9 months in Guangzhou, China with 3 month internship • Mandarin Chinese language training

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Why choose

Canada?

HOME TO MAPLE SYRUP, MOUNTIES AND THE AWE-INSPIRING NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA IS A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT. ADD IN A HIGH STANDARD OF LIVING AND THE SECOND HIGHEST SPEND ON EDUCATION AMONGST G8 COUNTRIES AND IT COULD BE YOUR PERFECT PLACE TO STUDY ABROAD. Canada offers international students one of the best settings in which to study in the world.

The country has been built on immigration and encouraging diversity, meaning that when it comes to learning, new perspectives and ideas are always welcome. The country is internationally-renowned for its work in computer and information technology, and is also a leader in aerospace engineering, biotechnology and environmental industries.

Chinese students coming to Canada can expect to move to one of the most beautiful countries in the world, with plenty to do outside of term-time. You can go polar bear watching in Manitoba, ski in the Rocky Mountains or hit the town in Toronto.

Funding your study in Canada A typical international university or college student spends approximately $14,000

annually on tuition, books and other study materials in Canada, so it’s important to have funds in place before you start.

The vast majority of students remain dependent on their families and/or personal savings to pay for their education. Indeed, according to a report by the Canadian Bureau for International Education, 85% of college students and 67% of university students admit

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Graduate Study in Canada The combination of Canada’s natural environment and its reputation for high-quality graduate education are just a few of the things that attract tens of thousands of foreign students to Canada every year. International students choose to study graduate programs in Canada because of the:

Quality Canadian degrees and diplomas are recognised throughout the world. Canadian work experience is highly desirable by multi-national companies who actively recruit on Canadian campuses.

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that parents, relatives or guardians help pay for their education.

Most universities and colleges in Canada are publicly funded by the government, and as a result the tuition fees are considerably lower than fees in many other countries. Each institution determines its own tuition fee rates, and there can be a wide range even within the same province. While fees are generally more expensive for non-Canadian students, the levels of government funding do make it possible for institutions to offer education at a lower rate to all students.

There is also a growing number of private institutions in Canada which are not publicly funded, and which charge the same or very similar tuition fee rates to both Canadian and international students. Information about programs available in Canadian universities, including international tuition fees and even an estimate of living costs, can be found at www.educationau-incanadaca, where interested international students can do a detailed search to help determine which institution is best for them.

Most of those scholarships available to international students are based on merit and academic standing, not financial need.

Most universities offer their own scholarships to international students, and at the masters/ graduate and doctorate/post-doctorate levels many universities offer substantial scholarships and teaching/research assistant positions (which include a salary or stipend) to strong candidates.

Students coming to Canada have over 90 degree granting universities, 175 community colleges, several private language schools and many corporate training facilities to choose from. The Canadian education system includes strong student support services, small classes and active campus communities.

Cost Canada spends more per capita on its education system than any other country in the world. As a result, Canadian universities and colleges offer lower tuition rates for international students than their counterparts in most other countries. The cost of study in Canada is considerably less than the USA, Australia and the United Kingdom.

Multicultural and welcoming society Canada’s international reputation as a peacekeeping nation extends to its citizens. Canadians come from many different cultures, religions and races from all around the world. Students coming to Canada will experience a secure, peaceful, multicultural environment in cities and towns with people who are friendly and interested in learning about other cultures.

Standard of living In the last decade, Canada has repeatedly been chosen by the UN as one of the best places to live in the world. The reasons listed included: high education enrolment levels; high-quality, low cost education; universal healthcare system; an uncompromising respect for fundamental rights and human dignity; clean and safe cities; and cosmopolitan, multicultural ethnic cities with many recreational amenities.

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> Camosun is a leading post-secondary institution

located in the beautiful tourist destination of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. With a comprehensive range of programs, small class sizes, outstanding student services and quality instruction, Camosun will help you to reach your academic and career goals.

Living in Victoria > Victoria is the capital city of the province of British Columbia with a population of about 350,000. The city is located on the south tip of Vancouver Island and has the mildest climate in Canada. In Victoria, you can enjoy clean air, mild temperatures year round, and unparalleled access to both the great outdoors and a urban lifestyle.

Pathway to your Future > Camosun has established pathways to partner institutions – offering guaranteed admission to the University of Victoria degree programs for qualified candidates. Furthermore, Camosun’s students benefit from our established co-operative education programs – paid work experience related to your field of study. Assistance is given to find a suitable job and employers report a high probability of hiring graduates of co-op programs over those students without work experience. Students are also eligible for off-campus work permits and post-graduation work permits making the > Public Canadian education

transition to the workforce a seamless one.

> Small classes and affordable tuition

Applied Learning > Take what you learn in the classroom

> Student employment opportunities > Upgrading and transitional programs > Certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, applied degrees and bachelor degrees > Guaranteed pathways to Canadian universities > University of Victoria > University of British Columbia > Simon Fraser University

directly to the field under the supervision of your instructors.

Students at Camosun receive hands-on training from industry professionals across all disciplines. This is real world experience that employers are looking for – making Camosun a great choice for employability at the conclusion of your program.

Get Involved > Camosun is a diverse community with myriad opportunities to get involved and make connections.

Student clubs, volunteer opportunities, and social activities are common occurrences on our campus. Or get active in sports or student government.

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Funding opportunities for overseas students who are looking to study in Australia might be harder to find than they are for other countries (Australia is a popular choice and a fairly sought after location, after all) – but this isn’t to say that they are nonexistent. It might just mean that you need to work exceptionally hard to be in the running for one – or that you should look for scholarships directly offered by the universities themselves, rather than from the government or larger bodies. Universities throughout Australia are crying out for talented

international students to come and share their drive and ambition, and the financial rewards that they are offering reflect this. Below are just a few examples...

The University of New South Wales offers scholarships on basis of merit or need, as well as in other more general cases – for example for outstanding academic achievement.

Winners of the International High Achiever Scholarship, for which those with high academic attainment are automatically entered when they apply to the university, will be awarded

between $2000 and $26,000 for one year – approximately £1360-£17,660 in Sterling. Also at UNSW is the Bill Pardy University Challenge Award.

The scholarship awards money to students who have completed at least one year of study, to help them contribute to the overall cultural life of the university.

The University of Technology Sydney has scholarships for both incoming and current international students.

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For more information For more information on scholarship opportunities visit Degrees Ahead (www.degreesahead.co.uk), or visit the websites of the individual universities.

everything ranging from engineering to business to doctoral law to leadership.

Similarly, Griffith University in Queensland has over 400 scholarships and $4m on offer. It has specific scholarships for international students from Denmark, Botswana, South Africa, Canada, France, Germany and Mexico.

Mexican students commencing at Griffith are eligible for ten partial tuition fee scholarships through the FUNED programme, which could give a 20% reduction in their total tuition fees.

South African students will have two semesters

of tuition covered in the South Africa 2012 Scholarship, whilst those from Canadian partner schools are in the running for the same with the Canadian Colleges Scholarship.

For students from other countries, postgraduate coursework and research grants are available.

As long as you are dedicated, have proven academic ability and good character (this is often a requirement) there is no reason why you shouldn’t be in the running for a scholarship from an Australian university.

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Study Law at the ANU College of Law AT LEAST THREE THINGS MARK OUT THE ANU COLLEGE OF LAW AS DISTINCTIVE AMONGST ITS FELLOW AUSTRALIAN LAW SCHOOLS (MANY OF WHICH ARE THEMSELVES VERY FINE WORLD-CLASS INSTITUTIONS).

First, it sits inside an institution — the Australian National University — one of the world’s most highly regarded universities. It has been consistently ranked as one of Australia’s leading universities by The Shanghai Jiao Tong University Institute of Higher Education and by the QS World University Rankings. This is a significant achievement for a university founded only in 1946.

This high reputation reflects in large part the deliberate design of the ANU from the beginning as Australia’s national university and

leading public research-intensive institution, but the benefits of being at the cutting-edge of research and scholarship flow through to our students in many ways. Students are typically taught or supervised by world-class researchers, and even our undergraduates have opportunities to engage in research projects, via internships, honours programs and the like.

Secondly, the ANU College of Law is unique amongst the Australian law schools that have both graduate and undergraduate cohorts in having even more graduate students than undergraduate.

Indeed, the ANU College of Law has the largest postgraduate program — including coursework certificates, diplomas and degrees and research degrees — in Australia. So it is an excellent place to consider undertaking law study, whether you are interested in the undergraduate LLB degree, that qualifies you for legal practice, or the graduate-entry Juris Doctor (JD) degree, that also qualifies you for legal practice, or any of our myriad of graduate diplomas or masters or doctoral degrees.

Thirdly, the ANU College of Law is widely recognised, not only for its high reputation for the excellence and quality of its educational programs, but also for its strong commitment to a broader ethos for its graduates than merely being good lawyers in a technical sense.

Whether you are in an undergraduate or a postgraduate program, we endeavour to inspire you to use your legal knowledge and your legal

skills, throughout your career, to work for the improvement of the law and the operation of the legal system and for the achievement of social justice. The curriculum has increasingly more comparative and international material, and our ANU LLB and JD degrees, as with the like degrees of some other Australian law schools, are recognised for admission to legal practice, not only in Australia but also in a number of other countries (India, Malaysia, and Singapore for example, and partially in the US and the UK) as well.

Australia in general, and the ANU in particular, warmly welcome international students.

International students give us cultural diversity and thereby greatly enrich our student body, to the benefit of the locals and the international students alike. Moreover, a more diverse student body is a part of the growing trend in the discipline of law to greater internationalisation.

We welcome you to join our global community in the ANU College of Law, at our beautiful campus in the heart of Australia’s capital, Canberra.

For more information visit: http://law.anu.edu.au/ or contact enquiries.law@anu.edu.au Tel +61 2 61253483 Or follow us on Twitter @ANU_Law

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ANU COLLEGE OF LAW The ANU College of Law is one of the finest law schools in the world. It is a leading Australian law school, located in the national capital, seat of the national Parliament, the Federal Executive and the High Court.

Students can choose from a range of undergraduate and graduate programs that lead to admission to practice law: Bachelor of Laws (LLB), combined programs with the LLB, and Juris Doctor (JD).

Combined bachelor programs > Actuarial Studies / Law > Arts / Law > Asia-Pacific Studies / Law > Commerce / Law > Economics / Law > Finance / Law > Information Technology / Law > Music / Law > Science (Psychology) / Law > Science / Law > Science (Resource and Environmental Mgmt) / Law The majority of our students study a combined program, which gives them more career options on graduation.

With an extra year, students graduate with two degrees.

The College also provides opportunities for internships, clinical experiences and overseas exchanges.

Graduate opportunities The ANU College of Law has the largest postgraduate programs in Australia. You can choose from coursework certificates, diplomas and masters degrees and research degrees. Programs are offered for law graduates and non-law graduates in:

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> Environmental Law > International Law > International Security Law > Government and Commercial Law > Law, Governance and Development > Legal Practice > Migration Law Graduate programs for law graduates are designed to develop their expertise for professional practice.

Programs for non-law graduates are structured for those wanting to acquire familiarity with legal issues with the opportunity for supervised research and writing. Most courses are offered intensively.

Contact T 61 2 61253483 E enquiries.law@anu.edu.au W law.anu.edu.au ‘ANU offers the highest quality legal teaching and training.

It has some of the best legal minds in Australia.’

Angelina Zhang | China | B Arts/B Laws ‘Canberra is a very conducive place to study. ANU offers one of the widest ranges of double degrees. This allows students the opportunity to pursue their interests in various fields.’

Alisa Ng | Singapore | B Actuarial Studies/B Laws ‘The ANU Law School is uniquely characterised by its extensive range of academics who are passionate about their respective areas of research.’

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