CPT vs. OPT
North America welcomes a large number of international students every year. Aside from its abundance of prime educational institutions, the region promises great prospects for those who want to pursue a career within its wide network of local companies and industries. Two of the best ways to grab these opportunities are through Curricular Practical Training […]
Uni terminology explained
Getting into university is one thing; immersing oneself in the environment is another. Becoming a tertiary education student is more than just passing a set of requirements or pursuing a degree. It also means being part of the system—and that requires an understanding of common uni terminology used in everyday situations. To help prepare students […]
Preparing for the IELTS exam: Understanding the four tests
Many students aspiring to pursue international studies prefer study destinations where English is a primary language. This is especially notable among those who come from predominantly English-speaking countries or speak the language proficiently themselves. This way, they can communicate, connect, and overall build their lives with much more ease. With this reasonable choice comes different […]
Firms in Australia hiring international student graduates
Job vacancies are steadily growing in Australia, with a 30% year-over-year difference from May 2022 and a 115% jump compared to five years ago. To fill the gap, many professional organisations are expanding their recruitment efforts to appeal to foreign learners (versus just focusing on domestic talent). In this article, we’ll explore post-study work rights […]
Improving education recruitment
With so many students eager to kickstart, advance, or augment their education, it should be easier for schools to recruit enrollees. But the truth is, education recruitment remains a challenge for many institutions — from schools and universities to recruitment platforms and study abroad consultants. In most cases, the problem is rarely related to what’s […]
Certificates vs. diplomas: What’s the difference?
There’s more to post-secondary education than a degree. Certificates and diplomas are viable alternatives that students can take to further their education or kickstart their careers. But what’s the deal between certificates vs. diplomas? Both are focused on specific skills or areas of knowledge and can be completed in a shorter period than a degree. […]
Global Study Partners hosts exclusive workshops and networking events in India
GSP held Key Partners Meet and Greet events in Hyderabad, Kochi and Chennai to facilitate connections between their recruitment and institution partners and provide information on the Australian GTE requirement and compliance at GSP. http://upgradgsp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Key-Partners-Meet-and-Greet-in-India.mp4 India – Global Study Partners, a global marketplace for international student recruitment, hosted three exclusive workshops and networking events in […]
Tech universities in the US, UK and APAC
Tech universities are extremely popular among international students. There’s a large demand for programs like computer science, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI), especially with automation and AI tech dominating different industries. upGrad GSP has partnered with multiple tech universities in key study-abroad destinations to help connect students with the institutions and courses that will propel […]
A guide to English proficiency tests and scores for international students
Studying in a foreign country involves a lot of education requirements. One of the most common prerequisites, particularly in English-speaking study abroad destinations like the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand, are English proficiency tests. The required scores differ depending on the program and the university. But typically, international students need […]
Postgraduate research degrees in the UK and Ireland
Every year, thousands of international students set their sights on the United Kingdom (UK) and Ireland for postgraduate research degrees. According to The Economic Times, an all-time high of 559,825 international students was recorded (in the UK) just this year—a 23.7% surge from 2022. The two countries are home to some of the best institutions […]