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From Moga to International, with the Best IELTS Institute in Moga

  Moga, Punjab’s Cultural Hinterland, is also known as the NRI district of Punjab because of the budding urge in students to study abroad. This tehsil broke away from the Faridkot district and was made the 17th independent district on the map of Punjab on 24 November 1995. While the district falls under the jurisdiction of the Ferozpur division, it shares boundaries with Jalandhar in the North, Ludhiana in the East, Sangrur in the South and Faridkot & Firozpur in the West.    By the provisional figures of the 2001 census, Moga is ranked as the 11th most populated district in Punjab (ref. https://moga.nic.in/history/ ). Situated on National Highway 95, the district was founded by the forefathers of the Gill community and the duo Moga Ajit Singh Gill and Moga Mahala Singh Gill turned out to be the chief benefactors at that time. Much of the history of Moga can be traced with respect to that of Faridkot district, of which it was a part. Historians also theorize that the present di
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Why is Touchstone the best IELTS institute in Moga?

Touchstone is awarded as the best IELTS institute in India by IDP for 9 consecutive years. Our IDP-trained experts in Moga aim to raise the standards of English proficiency to help young aspirants access international education and career opportunities with ease. We at Touchstone build and develop an all-inclusive community for students to practice and master the English language. Our two decades of global expertise has enabled us to fulfill millions of dreams to pursue higher education in internationally-recognised institutions. What makes us the best IELTS & PTE institute in Moga? Tailor-made solutions for every student Flexible course options IDP trained teachers State-of-the-art infrastructure Online/offline classes Result-oriented preparation material Individual attention to every student End-to-end assistance (from shortlisting institutions to studying abroad) From selection and shortlisting of colleges/universities to happily transitioning to those institutions, Touchstone,

Top 5 Universities in Canada-2022

While considering Canada as the ideal destination to pursue your study abroad journey, the first decision you need to make is the choice of university. There are a lot of bases to choose the topmost among them - many factors distinguish one from the other.   All the universities mentioned are benchmarked against others in their own country because of more visibility on the world stage. Read on as we list down the 5 highest-ranked universities in the country of maple syrup - Canada.   1. University of Toronto   The University of Toronto has assembled one of the best training & research faculties in North America. The university is well known for providing an intellectual environment for international students and its discoveries that are often cited by recognized researchers around the world. Founded in 1827, it has three campuses, located in and around Toronto. Its academic divisions focus on a range of disciplines like science, engineering, management & public health. Today it

Why is Australia the hot favourite study destination?

  Australia stands proudly with 8 of the world’s top 100 universities along with the usual expectations of kangaroos, koalas and clean air & water. The vibrant city life includes spectacular Sydney beaches to quirky shopping boutiques of Melbourne. Besides, the diverse terrain includes diving or snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef alongside the thousands of kilometres of pristine coast to choose from.   Study wise, it has been aggressively competing with other top destinations like the US & UK. The country has been winning on many fronts and now has become the hot favourite amongst international students for many good reasons.    This diverse country offers immense opportunities for any and everyone across the world. And, if you are one of those on the verge of deciding which country to opt for higher education, here are 5 of the many reasons you need to give Australia a shot.   Internationally prestigious universities   The country attracts a major chunk of

TOUCHSTONE’S ONLINE IELTS TRAINING

  The year 2020 had been a challenging year for all of us. Be it personal, professional or academics, people experienced a sudden shift in way of doing things. Thanks to technology, a lot has streamlined and is gaining new normalcy. While a lot of new methods of doing things are learnt-unlearnt, experimented, invented and re-invented, the crux is that the human race is not giving up. The academic industry has largely faced challenges since classroom lectures aren’t being conducted. Imparting virtual knowledge, hence, become the need of the hour. If we focus on the pros, virtual classes have been successful as one can connect from anywhere. One only needs a good internet connection and everything is available at the click of a button. While many institutions have introduced online learning , Touchstone Edu, a pioneer in IELTS preparation has also launched their online training program. Under the aegis of expert and experienced trainers, the program offers varied online plans for you

CANADA AWAITS

Have you ever thought about moving abroad to study? If the answer is yes, Canada is an excellent option which you can explore as it provides you with ample opportunities to consider. The education system in Canada is globally accepted and the degrees awarded are recognized internationally.   If you decide to study abroad, Canada is a viable option. The following information can help you get started with the application process for visa and colleges.   ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR STUDENT VISA:   1.      Educational Qualification - For undergraduate courses: 12th with minimum 55% to 60% marks. For Post Graduate courses: Graduation with minimum 50% to 55% marks. ·         Backlogs acceptable are - 6 backlogs for 3 years degree& 8 backlogs for 4 years degree Stay back period in Canada: On opting for a course of 2 or more years, the student is allowed to work in the country for an extended period of 2-3 years after completion of Graduation. After completion of th

TYPES OF LETTER OF RECCOMENDATION YOU NEED TO STUDY ABROAD

A letter of recommendation is an important part of the documents required to proceed with the study abroad process. Based on your profile and the course for which you are applying there are two different types of Letter of recommendation. Academic LOR  If you are a student who is looking forward to studying abroad, then you should go for an academic LOR. If you are applying for a masters course from any institute abroad, then you should get your LOR done from your college, and if applying for a bachelor course abroad, then your should get it done from your school. Some universities might ask for up to three LOR’s. In such cases, you should get your LOR done from your teachers, someone you have worked with, and someone with substantial academic credentials whose recommendation carries good impact. Professional LOR Usually, the students who want to apply for MBA programmes abroad are required to get a professional LOR. This is because majority of MBA admission seekers have wo