upGrad GSP webinars and online events in 2024
upGrad GSP arranged webinars with our institution partners to promote their offerings to international students. We also hosted discussions that tackled important information about studying in key destinations. These gatherings allowed us and our institution partners to actively engage with our recruitment partners and provide them with updates on policies so they can properly guide […]
Where to apply for scholarships in the UK
The United Kingdom has long been a favoured destination for international students as it is home to some of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities. The UK also provides a culturally rich environment, strong research infrastructure and an emphasis on innovation, making it ideal for students looking to advance their educational and career aspirations. […]
Australia’s international student cap legislation stalls as Coalition opposes bill
The Australian government’s proposed Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Bill, which sought to introduce caps on international student enrolments, has failed to pass in the Senate. With opposition from both the Coalition and the Greens, the bill is unlikely to progress – a development welcomed by the international education sector. This paves the way […]
upGrad GSP: Helping you connect students to their dream schools
Any individual who has aspired to pursue studies abroad knows that it comes with a string of challenges that may sometimes prove tricky to navigate alone. This is where the support of education consultants and their myriad of worldwide education consultant services can be greatly advantageous. In this article, we’ll talk about what education consultants […]
New Zealand on track to fully recover international student numbers by 2025
Following a remarkable post-Covid recovery, New Zealand is set to fully recover its international student numbers to pre-pandemic levels by 2025. The resurgence is driven by affordability and high-quality student experiences. And while the surge in applications has presented challenges for universities, it reveals the country’s growing appeal as a top global study destination. […]
NZ grants post-study work visas to eligible postgraduate international students
Immigration New Zealand has announced that international students who study for a postgraduate diploma for 30 weeks and immediately progress to a Master’s degree are now eligible to apply for a post-study work visa (PSWV). This update gives students more flexibility in their course of study. It also ensures that they remain eligible to work […]
Germany sets record with 380k international students
Germany has reached a new peak in international student enrolment, with nearly 380,000 foreign students studying at its universities in the 2023/24 winter semester. This increase, reported by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), reflects a 3% rise from the previous year’s enrollment of approximately 370,000 international students. German universities are expanding English-taught programs, drawing […]
Canada updates working hours, rules for changing institutions & DLI compliance
On 15 November, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Minister Marc Miller confirmed that new regulations impacting the country’s International Student Program have taken effect. These include a change to the number of hours international students may work off-campus, updates to rules surrounding changing learning institutions and additional requirements for Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs). […]
US records all-time high for foreign enrolments
The 2024 Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange reveals that the US hosted 1,126,690 international students from over 210 places of origin in the 2023/24 academic year. This marks a 7% increase from the previous period and records a new all-time high for foreign enrolment in the country. Moreover, the number of new international […]
Studying in London, England
England upholds a long tradition of providing high-quality education, not only to its citizens, but also to students from all over the globe. It has cemented its reputation as a study-abroad destination. Furthermore, it continues to attract droves of foreigners despite recent policy changes in the United Kingdom. Its capital, London, is ranked as the […]