2019 is a critical year for international education as two of the world's leading education hubs are going through a period of political upheaval which will certainly have consequences for international students.
In the United States, new student enrolments fell by 6.6 percent in 2017/18. This may be a reflection of President Trump's hostile policies towards immigrants, and the increase in gun crime. As a result, many Asian parents may feel their children to be more at risk studying in US cities than in other parts of the world.
Across the Atlantic, Brexit- the decision for the United Kingdom to leave the EU in 2019- has resulted in economic uncertainty. No one can predict what will happen when the deadline for exit comes in March 2019, but a period of instability seems almost certain.
In such a turbulent phase, international students seeking high quality, reasonably priced education in a safe and welcoming environment should take a closer look at Ireland. Given its situation neighbouring the UK, there are signs that many companies – especially financial organizations- are planning to relocate to Ireland before Brexit in order to stay in the EU.
The Republic of Ireland, a member of the European Union, is located next door to the United Kingdom in the west of Europe. (Not to be confused with Iceland, much further north). The six counties in the northern part of the island belong to the UK (Northern Ireland, capital: Belfast).
The official languages of the Republic of Ireland are English, spoken by everyone, and Irish Gaelic, a traditional language spoken by a smaller number of people, mostly in rural areas.
Ireland has a population of 4.5 million, but in 2017 it welcomed 9 million visitors from overseas.
Dublin is the capital, an old European city with historic buildings, two universities in the World Top 200 (University College Dublin and Trinity College), a castle and two cathedrals. It is located on the east coast, with the sea in front and mountains behind.
Other major cities are Cork, Limerick and Galway, all of which have universities.
Ireland has a long and magnificent cultural heritage. Firstly, it has a huge number of famous writers for such a small country, including Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, George Bernard Shaw and Jonathan Swift, from the past, and it continues to produce award-winning modern writers in English such as Colm Tóibin, Roddy Doyle, Maeve Binchey and Tana French, whose works have been translated into many languages.
Actors: Saorse Ronan, Daniel Day-Lewis, Liam Neeson, Cillian Murphy, Colin Farrell, Michael Fassbender.
Food and drink: Guinness (a kind of dark beer famous all over the world); Jamesons and Bushmills (Irish whiskey); soda bread; Irish stew (made with lamb); Baileys (a kind of liqueur made with cream and whiskey). The hospitality industry is important in Ireland and the country has excellent restaurants serving food from all over the world as well as Ireland.
Ireland is also the land of superstition and folk tales, including stories of leprechauns and four-leafed clover plants.
The National Day of Ireland is St. Patrick's Day (March 17th), when Irish people all over the world celebrate by colouring things green (their hair, their face, their beer!) and having parties.
Now Let's Be Serious- why should you study in Ireland?
A safe, friendly, English speaking country in Europe with a very high quality education system.
Stay back visas: upon graduating from an Irish degree, international students automatically get a 1 or 2 year extension of their visa to allow them to work in Ireland.
Many jobs are available, especially in the IT sector, in Hospitality, Finance, in Medical Technology and Pharmaceuticals. Ireland is a world leader in these sectors.
Many courses come with internships included- which means you could get paid while studying.
HOT TIP 1: a shorter, less expensive way of getting an Irish degree is to apply for the 1 year Bachelor top-up offered by many Institutes of Technology.
After the 1 year top-up students qualify for a 1 year stay-back visa, during which time they can work. They can then progress to a 1 year Masters and get a 2 year stay-back visa on graduation.
HOT TIP 2: for non-accountants who want to qualify in accounting, GMIT has a 1 year Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting. This is a Level 9 qualification (Masters level) and is highly valued by employers. It also offers 7 exemptions from professional ACCA exams and all 5 CAP 1 exams from Chartered Accounting Ireland.
Shannon College of Hotel Management (National University of Ireland Galway). Integrated paid work placements, chance to work overseas.
For more information contact TEC directly.
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From 5 July to 23 October, you can apply for a course using Clearing if you're not already holding an offer from a university or college, and the course still has places.
Some last-minute high school places and scholarships still available- up to 50% of total fees.
Foundation / Diploma /Pre-Masters places and scholarships still available for September and October.
All 24 Russell Group Universities have made offers to CATS Students.
The 1 year IGCSE programme at Bishopstrow College now accepts students aged 15-17 with a minimum English level of A2 (instead of B1 as before). Students study up to 8 subjects which they can take IGCSE exams in.
What's special: this is an excellent preparation programme for international students who want to progress to A Levels or IB at top boarding schools or international colleges.
On June 8th, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched the Student Direct Stream (SDS).
This program is a commitment of IRCC in promoting Canada as a destination of choice for international students, available to students from China, India, Vietnam and the Philippines, with hope of expansion to Kenya and Senegal in a near future.
50% on tuition and boarding fees at top Cambridge independent school – Cambridge Centre for Sixth Form Studies (CCSS).
Students aged 14-15 with excellent academic records who want to attend Oxford, Cambridge or other top UK universities.
If you're looking for a high quality UK school with boarding accommodation at an affordable price, consider Hartpury College.
University of Gloucestershire still have a number of International Merit Scholarships (worth 50% off 1st year tuition fees), and Grant Awards (worth £4,000 off 1st year tuition fees) available for international students this September 2018 intake.
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Lund University ranks No.78 in the QS World Rankings 2018.
Ericsson, Sony Mobile, Tetra Pak, Gambro and Alfa Laval are among the large, well-known companies located in Lund with which the University cooperates.
Home of the Nobel Prize – the world's most prestigious academic distinction.
Lund University is a top 100 university for graduate employability according to the New York Times.
Innovative research at universities and companies has resulted in many successful inventions, including the computer mouse, the pacemaker and internet applications such as the online music streaming service Spotify and the free internet calling service Skype.
If you are looking for a high quality UK degree but don't want to spend up to 3 or 4 years in the UK, or can't afford UK fees and living costs, this information is for you.
The DIFC (Dublin International Foundation College) Pathway is an outstanding programme linking students to a wide range of Irish and British Universities as well as some in mainland Europe and other countries.
The programme is for students who have completed Year 12 in their home country and need a Foundation course before progressing to their degree programme.
Places are filling up fast at all outstanding UK locations – Oxford, Cambridge, London, St Andrews and Ascot – with some of the most popular options already full. Students from over 115 nations have now enrolled, ensuring that the 2018 summer school will be a truly international experience!
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Students aged 14+ and now studying in Years 8 – 12 in the Vietnamese system or at an international school and intending to apply to the UK for January or September 2017.
You should be a "very good" student- GPA of at least 7.5 with 7.5+ in the core subjects and a good level of English- at least IELTS 5.0.
We have offices in Hanoi and HCMC but we can accept registrations from students all over the country.