Great Choices to Study Down Under at Deakin University

Great Choices to Study Down Under at Deakin University

Deakin University offer a choice of 4 campus locations, each located in Victoria, Australia and provides innovative courses across 21 different subject areas, fantastic locations and outstanding support for international students electing to study undergraduate, postgraduate, medicine or research programmes.

With so many options to study at Deakin University, Study-International  are certain to find a course to suit you. Deakin’s strong links with Industry ensure  your graduation with high quality qualifications.  Here are just three of our recommendations:

Bachelor of Business Information Systems/Information Technology
Bachelor of Criminology/of Laws
Bachelor of Engineering/of Commerce

Take a look at our web page for more information

Princeton USA Pathways Programmes Spring 2013 start - November 2012 deadline

USA Plus offers programmes that focus on students who wish to enhance their English language ability prior to University in USA.
Study-International recommends the following programmes at Princeton University.

USA Plus Pathway Programme  (USAP SI 210)
USA Plus Certificate in Business Management (USAP SI 211)
USA Plus Internship Opportunity(USAP SI 212)
University Placement (USAP SI 213)

A USA University Placement service is available to students who enrol in any USA Plus programme offered by Study-International.
For more information , please visit our web site or contact Study-International.

Malta, low cost study and an 80% tax Incentive to Graduates

Earn a British Degree and enjoy the Mediterranean sunshine of the Maltese Islands. Dan Billington of Study-International offers a new perspective on a UK degree programme overseas.

A  University of London Degree in the English speaking island of Malta is perhaps something you had not previously considered and with tuition fees of €2700 respectively for year one and two of a 4 year degree programme, I expect you are now wondering why you have n’t.

Of course those tuition fees rise in year 3 and 4 , but only to €3700 per annum, which is also the annual tuition  fee throughout  if you elect do study a three year programme.

At today’s rate of exchange the cost of study in Malta in total is going to be less than the same study for a years study in the United Kingdom and that is great news for the British Students  now heading there.  British students will enjoy the Mediterranean culture and cuisine of the English Speaking islands, study for a UK Degree – that same as is delivered at home at a much lower cost – and still be just a 3 ½ hour flight away.  Surrounded by outside living all year round, water sports, cycling , walking and living amongst  one of the most historic and ancient parts of Europe, Malta is set to be a hit with British Students.

I think you will agree that these conditions combined with a British Degree and  at those fees is a tremendous offer, but there is more  - it could  cost you  80% less through Malta’s ‘Get Qualified Scheme’  !!!!
More than 1,850 students have been approved assistance in the form of tax credits with a value exceeding €7 million through the Get Qualified scheme, which helps them further their qualifications.
Indeed, through the Get Qualified scheme administered by Malta Enterprise, students may get a tax credit amounting to 80 per cent of eligible expenses related to their studies, including registration fees, fees paid by the individual to the training or educational institution, as well as fees in relation to examinations.

The assistance is capped depending on the level of qualifications being attained, starting from €2,000 for courses which cannot attain an MQC level, to €3,500 for an undergraduate diploma, €12,500 for a bachelor degree, €15,000 for a post-graduate courses, and rising as much as €20,000 for doctorates.

Building on the previous myPotential scheme, which was however mainly addressed towards the ICT industry, the Get Qualified scheme has been widened to assist other economic sectors that have been flourishing in recent years and consequently need more trained workers.

Indeed, the Get Qualified scheme also assists students undertaking courses in sectors such as aviation; chemicals and pharmaceuticals; economics and statistics; financial services including banking and accountancy; crafts and creative industries; ICT; industrial electromechanical engineering; as well as courses related to the business process outsourcing, call centres and shared services industry.
Between the two schemes, over 3,300 students have already been granted more than €13 million in tax credits since the launch of the myPotential scheme in 2006 and its eventual replacement, the Get Qualified scheme.
While the tax credit will be granted upon successful completion of the course, the applications have to be submitted within 12 months from the commencement of the studies and in any case before the end of the course.
This means that Graduates of St Martin’s who successfully secure employment in Malta following their studies will be entitled to offset their tax upon production of a certificate granted to them upon successful application to the  scheme. This would be an ideal way for students to finish off their study experience  and take the first steps towards a successful career. Malta has several booming industries  is particularly noted as a destination for education , shipping and logistics and boasts several world renowned names , HSBC for example, who are located there. Others such as SGS Thompson, a  French company with an annual sales turnover of in excess of $1 billion are also located in Malta. Opportunities are many.

Unlike the maintenance scheme in the UK , which is a combination of debt and high tuition fees, Malta offers a low cost tuition fee and a rewarding incentive after graduation.

Through this scheme all ICT or financial services students of Study-International and  St Martin’s Institute of Technology will get up to 80% (up to euro 12,500) of the total cost of Degree through a tax rebate.  St Martin’s have confirmed that the schemes apply to British students as well and the scheme will be closed on 31st December 2013. Thus students are required to start the Degree course before the closing date.
St Martin’s offer degree programmes  to UK students who apply through study-International in :

BSc Accounting & Finance (SMIIT SI 184)
BSc Banking & Finance (SMIIT SI 185)
BSc Computing & IS (SMIIT SI 180)
BSc Creative Computing (SMIIT SI 179)
BSc Economics & Management(SMIIT SI 189)
BSc IS & Management (SMIIT SI 181)

Mid September deadline 
Application deadline is mid September 2012 for British Students applying through Study-International and 31st August 2012 for  all other international Students.

Further Information
For further information, please visit St Martin’s Institute of Technology. 
An application fee of €125 and registration fee of €950 are payable to the college but are costs that are eligible for this scheme.
Further information and the application for the Get Qualified scheme can be obtained from Study-International  who will guide applicants through the process in partnership with St Martin’s Institute of Technology.
Study-International  www.studyinternational.eu  0844 5555 480  malta@studygo.co.uk

Learn Russian & Study at University in St Petersburg

St Petersburg is  one of the worlds most beautiful  cities, the white nights of summers and the treasures of Catherine the Great’s art collection in the hermitage are both something to behold and to never  be forgotten. St Petersburg really is an enchanting place to study.

The Russian Language is one of the most sought after specialist  skills in the career market , so why not combine a years worth of a Foundation  Degree and  learn the language at the same time.
You can combine the language with a specialism in the areas of either Science and Engineering, Natural Science, Humanities and Liberal Arts or Economics or Industrial  Management.

With Tuition Fees and living costs combined at an estimated 128500 Russian Roubles per year, which stands at about £ 2600 at today’s rate of exchange (30 July 2012) – it is an option that any future Russian language specialist should be considering.

For more  information, please contact Study-International 

Top 5 Tips for a Campus Visit Overseas

The Campus Visit

Adapted from an article By John Wallis, Co-author of Uni in the USA

You can read every blog, book and bite of information on US unis that there is, without comprehending the true je ne sais quoi of the experience they provide. In terms of making the raw knowledge palpable, there's nothing like a campus visit (or preferably multiple visits) to see past the hype with your own eyeballs. Here are a few suggestions for getting the most from your visit.

1. Prepare

There's little point in visiting a campus until you know what kind of beast the US uni is, and what you personally want to get out of it. You don't have to know exactly what kinds of university will be the best for you, as this is what you're trying to find out with the visit, but you should know what the playing field looks like. You should also have a rough idea about each specific university you go to, so you can concentrate on the aspects that most excite or worry you, or on the bits you weren't able to find out in the guidebooks.

2. Don't overuse the admissions office

The tours and open days arranged for prospective students are probably biased. This is an incredibly obvious point, yet constantly overlooked. I therefore repeat: anything that's been arranged for you by the university itself will not provide a full sense of what the university is like. It is imperative to leave the beaten track. That's not to say the admissions office is useless – a campus tour can be a nice introduction or overview, and the office itself should be used for answering follow-up questions and factual details, but still: be judicious.


3. Soak it in

Many are too business-like on campus visits. US universities are often happy and beautiful places – leave time to simply enjoy yourself and relax. But more importantly, aimless wanders and thoughtful bench time are a good way to attempt to judge that most elusive but vital part of the university – 'atmosphere'. Try to visit the campus in the middle of a normal working day, and to judge the ambience in multiple parts of the campus – the communal joy of the main quad may stand in stark contrast to silent drudgery of the science block.

4. Talk to those who know

There's only one group of people whose opinions matter when it comes to deciding if a campus is right for you, and that's current students – and not just your tour guide. So be brave, and accost unsuspecting undergrads in their natural habitat. There's no need to interfere where you're not wanted; the best tactic is simply to ask groups or individuals sitting at tables in the cafeteria or maybe outside on a lawn if you can join them and ask a few questions quickly as a prospective student.

Having done this myself dozens of times, in campuses across the country, I can assure you that everyone is extremely friendly and more than happy to gush about everything they like and dislike. Make sure you drive the conversation into the areas you're most interested in, as they're unlikely to spill the beans on many important topics without being prompted. Especially ask about negative views, as these can be very telling. Try to talk to multiple students – the more opinions you get, the better a sense you can build of the uni overall. Take notes.

5. Don't be overwhelmed

Remember: the campus visit isn't the be all and end all of a university. You might turn up on an unusual day or accidentally speak to the only students who happen to hate the place. Maybe the tour guide was particularly dazzling with her selling pitch. It's always best to work off your campus high with some solid fact-based research online, as well as canvassing opinions from other sources such as internet forums   or guide books.

Note: If you are being advised by Study-International , we will be able to give you our owb unbiased opinion of the Campus.

Remember also that America has a huge number of excellent colleges and universities that you won't be able to visit in person. If you feel a particular campus really clicks, it's probably a good indication that it's the right place for you – but don't let your initial enthusiasm overwhelm you into doing anything rash, like ignoring everything else that's on offer.


Study-International can arrange Campus Tours to several locations and to any of the Universities listed on this web site.

The European School of Economics A truly international experience !

You might have heard of The European School of Economics , you might even have seen many of their Economical comments and interviews receiving airing on the BBC but did you know they had six  Campus bases – New York, London, Florence , Milan , Rome and Madrid. In New York, ESE is based within the famous ‘Trump Tower’. Did you also know that students who enrol  at ESE can plan their study  to spend different semesters in different countries ? 

Imagine that – study and  experience life in six of the worlds greatest cities.

The European School of Economics (ESE) is a private College of Higher Education in international business, offering unique bachelor, master, MBA, and certificate programmes at its centres in New York, Rome, Milan, Florence and Madrid

Undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses are validated by the University of Buckingham (UK) and are internationally recognised.

Bachelor's degree

BA (Hons) in Organisational Communication with Media Management

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons)

BSc (Hons) in Global Business

Master's degree

Master in Finance

Master in Management

Master in Marketing

MBA

MBA Master in Business Administration

The European School of Economics (ESE) also offer postgraduate studies in Fashion Management, Finance, Management, Marketing and  Sustainable Event Management.

Please contact Study International for further Information.

*Estimated using the rate of exchange as of 1850 on 30 June 2012

**Applicants are subject to terms and conditions. Costs are subject to change. Tuition fees may vary

Learn to be a journalist – by being one

At the University of Kings College, Halifax, Nova Scotia. 


Hard news is only the beginning of what you can do with a journalism degree. Learn the possibilities of University of King's College J-school.

The University of Kings College  in Halifax , Nova Scotia is  one of Canada’s oldest universities ; King's College London was founded in 1828-9 by a group of eminent politicians, churchmen and others. King's was granted a royal charter by King George IV on 14 August 1829.

Journalism is a career that knows no bounds, as the world of technology evolves  around it , Journalism adapts and embraces the change. Journalism is in the middle of a revolution.

The University of King’s College offers a unique undergraduate experience within its reputable journalism school, offering students :
Bachelor of Journalism (Honours)  (4 Years)
Bachelor of Journalism -  (One Year)
Master of Journalism
The Bachelor of Journalism

The courses and programmes in the School of Journalism at the University of King’s College will prepare you to take part in this revolution, as a daily news reporter, multimedia storyteller, or a trained citizen observer.

Programme costs might vary but taking the cost estimates for the Master of Journalism  , you could expect them to be approximately $30,000 CAD pa or about £18750 based on today’s exchange rate. That includes the cost of tuition, residence and meal plan options. The programme also includes elements of Internship (unpaid)

These really are fantastic programmes for those students seeking a career in Journalism.
For more information please contact Study International.
*Estimated using the rate of exchange as of 1300 on 19 June 2012
**Applicants are subject to terms and conditions. Costs are subject to change. Tuition fees may vary.

University Canada West Vancouver – Bachelor Degree Programmes

University of Canada West , Vancouver, British Columbia. There are many reasons why students prefer to study at University Canada West, Traditional, academic learning is combined with real-world case studies and current practices used in various industries. Students graduate with not only the tools needed to succeed, but the understanding of where and how to use them.

Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communications
This program covers topics such as methods of communication in contemporary society including the evolving influence of the Internet - which is increasingly impacting decision-making in political, economic, and cultural society. Students gain an in-depth understanding of mass media's role in democratic society, the legal and ethical responsibilities of the media, the evolution of the media, and build strong written and oral skills.

Bachelor of Commerce
This program arms students with a solid foundation of business knowledge and management skills. Courses focus on the core areas of Strategic Leadership, International Business, E-Business, and Tourism Management.  Students gain an understanding of economic principles, marketing, decision-making, employee relations, and organizational leadership which will give them a solid foundation on which to build their business careers.

Master of Business Administration
The MBA program at University Canada West challenges students to build competencies in critical thinking, persuasive communication, system analysis, change management, leadership, diversity and business ethics. Moreover, emphasis is placed on practical application of theories presented, giving students real-world examples and case studies from a large variety of industries in Canada and abroad.

If you’d like more details on this or any other programme overseas, please contact Study International

Tuition fees for 4 years total *$54000 CAD ( approximately £33, 650) equating to about £8400 pa.
*Estimated using the rate of exchange as of 1300 on 16 June 2012
**Applicants are subject to terms and conditions. Costs are subject to change. Tuition fees may vary.

Looking for College Based University Degree Programmes and Co Op Programme in a Capital City ?

Discover why so many students make Algonquin College their First Choice.
High student satisfaction rating is only one of the many reasons to choose Algonquin College. They offer many real, hands-on opportunities to prepare for your future career by bringing your chosen industry into your classroom.
With over 100 courses to choose from, Study-International recommends to you

Bachelor of Applied Business - e-Business Supply Chain Management (Includes Co-OP)


Or choose from the following Collaborative Degree programmes delivered in partnership with 'Carleton University';

Bachelor of Information Technology  ( three degrees to select from: Photonics & Laser Technology (PLT), Network Technology (NET) or Interactive Multimedia & Design (IMD)   )


Boost your potential by choosing one of the following Bachelor Degrees combined with the College's Co-Op Programme;

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Bachelor of Applied Business (eSCM) 

Tutition fees start from  $6800 CAD ( £4250*)

*Estimated using the rate of exchange as of 1420 on 6 June 2012
**Applicants are subject to terms and conditions. Costs are subject to change. Tuition fees may vary.

More Information at Study International 

Earn an average of $575 CAD (£360) per week for 16 weeks of your Bachelor Degree study at Acadia University by combining with the Universities Co-Op programme.

Earn an average of $575 CAD (£360) per week for 16 weeks of your Bachelor Degree study at Acadia University by combining with the Universities Co-Op programme.

With earning considerations averaging £5760 that have the potential to be offset by you against University Fees  and costs, this is an offer you can not ignore.

Acadia University is located in the town of Wolfville, Nova Scotia, approximately 100 kilometres northwest of Halifax, Nova Scotia the provincial capital.

Acadia's strong varsity athletics programme is a tradition that dates back to 1875. Acadia holds more conference and national championships than any other university in Atlantic Canada and has the highest number of Academic All-Canadians for primarily undergraduate universities in Canada.
Graduate with a Bachelor Degrees from Canada's Acadia University (Maclean Rank 2) and gain 16 months paid work experience too

Acadia University offer Bachelor Degrees combined with a 16 month professional Co-Op Programmes (Internship)  in Canada

Acadia offer this combination of study across   16 different subject areas.

Study International recommends the combination with

Bachelor of Business Administration (with Co-Op)
Bachelor of Computer Science (With Coop)

For more details 

Considerations and Costs


Tuition Fees $14808* CAD ( £9282)
Co-OP Programme $2881* CAD (£1806)
Accommodation and Meal Plan (example) $9497* CAD ( £5953)
Insurances $900 CAD (£564)
Others fees such as missed payments/memberships may apply.

Based on the average Co-Op  remuneration at Acadia $575 CAD (£360) per week equates to $9200 CAD or £ 5760 over 16 weeks.

** Acadia university is positioned number 2 in the Maclean Rankings of Canadian Universities (Primarily Undergraduate universities Category)

Quotations based on the exchange rate and programme availability as at 1100 5th June 2012.
Applicants are subject to terms and conditions. Costs are subject to change.