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Newcastle University overseas Research Scholarship 2018-2019

Newcastle University is committed to offer assistance to   international scholars who are determined to pursue a programme of research. The Newcastle University Overseas Research Scholarship covers the difference   between the Home country and UK fee structure. The approximate value per annum is £ 10,800 to £ 16,200 which is almost 50% of the total cost of the course. In total, there are 15 scholarships for the academic session of 2018-2019 which are valid for the normal duration of   PhD. The closing date to apply for the application to avail the benefits of scholarships is 27 April 2018. Eligibility Criteria Candidates are eligible to apply for this scholarship if: They are offered a seat in a PhD research programme at the Newcastle University. They have the financial support to cover expenses which cannot be covered by the scholarship amount and have been assessed for overseas fee purpose. They intend to register to commence the studies during the 2018/2019 academ

4 TYPES OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN USA

International students seek employment opportunities in USA while studying to cope with tuition fees, living costs and the like. Student Visa holders are provided with ample employments opportunities under 4 main categories as described below: 1.On Campus Employment Opportunity: This is referred to as the work that is located within the campus or in its vicinity which is affiliated to the specific university. The employment opportunities include working at the university’s book stores, library, cafeteria, and dormitory as well as working under a professor by assisting his research and getting remunerated in return. These opportunities can be availed right at the beginning of the academic course or even before it. 2.Off Campus Employment Opportunity: These include opportunities of work outside the campus and can be availed by students who have completed a year of the course. This type of opportunity helps to earn more. Before availing an off campus employment opportunity stude

Improving English Grammar

To learn any language properly, it is important to understand its grammar and use it accurately when speaking or writing the language. However, sometimes there is a gap between the theoretical understanding and practical application of grammar, which hinders accurate use of language. There are various techniques you can use to bridge this gap. Get you Concepts Right : First of all, make sure that you clearly understand the basic theory of English Grammar . There is no need to go into unnecessary details, but you need to know the minimum basic for practical application. This could include concepts like when to use s/es at the end of the verb, or how to use a verb after helping verb “to be’” or “to have.” Once these basics are clear, focus on applying them in practical situations. Think before you speak or write. Also do a lot of written exercises to help apply these concepts. The more you practice, the more clarity you get. Read and Listen : Remember to supplement this

Highest Paying Masters in Canada

International students studying in Canada look forward to getting the best return on investment after they complete their studies. Since the tuition fees for the international scholars is 2 to 3 times higher than that for local students, it becomes essential for   international students to get  a high paying job after completing their Master’s in Canada. The country is enriched with some of the world’s leading universities. In addition to the educational institutions, Canada also favors post work visa applications which work in favor of the international scholars who wish to stay back and work there. Canadian Universities have a great reputation in the global market. Thus, the scholars graduating from universities in Canada find it easy to grab a well-paying job in international organisations. Here are some Master courses that provide the opportunity to get highly paid job options. 1.Engineering It is one of the most sought-after courses in Canada. The structure of the course

How to Write an Effective Introduction for IELTS Writing Task 2

Just like in person, first impression lasts in everything we do, same is the case with IELTS Writing task. The way you showcase your writing skills at the start of the IELTS essay writing task, the examiner gets an image of what the entire essay is going to be like. In order to attain success in IELTS Writing task 2, you are required to be very clear with what you are about to write. In this article, we will talk about writing task 2 of IELTS. First of all, let’s cover the common mistakes committed by the candidates while writing the introduction. 1    1. Talking too generally about the topic Usually, candidates start their essays with “In modern life…” or “Nowadays...” followed by the general information related to the topic. This is not advisable because as you are supposed to write an answer and not general information about the topic.    2. Excluding the thesis statement This is the most important sentence in an essay and not including it leads to the loss

Top Ranked U.S. MBA Programs to Join in 2018

A Master’s in Business Administration can be your ticket to becoming a part of an exciting, and dynamic company or starting your own organisation in the era of changing businesses and creative entrepreneurs. Several American Business Schools continue to dominate the top rankings for MBA programmes . This year also there are several universities whose business schools have led the students to promising professions and careers. Below is a list of top ranked MBA programs in the U.S. about which you should know. These schools are a combination of both U.S. News Rankings and Financial Times Rankings.   1.Wharton School of Business- University of Pennsylvania The Wharton School of Business is a legendary program known for leading its several MBA graduates to a well paying and promising career. The school has a very good record of producing brilliant graduates for successful careers.  2.Stanford Graduate School of Business Closely located to Silicon Valley, the Stanford Graduate

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOL

To study in USA , it is not necessary for you to do a 2 to 4 year degree course or any degree at all. There are two different paths to higher education in USA which you must understand. These are Community colleges, and Vocational schools. While community colleges were the U.S.’s first vocational schools, they have expanded their operations to include 2 year degrees across a wide variety of fields. Vocational schools, on the other hand, focus on providing on-the-job training and apprenticeships for industries. Replacing community college with vocational schools would mean eliminating programs that give liberal art backgrounds to millions of Americans, or the chance of earning a diploma. Let’s take a closer look at the major differences between the two. Community College Traditionally, community colleges offer 2 year degree programs on a wide variety of topics. Graduates earn associate degrees, many of which imbibe a higher earning potential among students and the

7 types of Australian student visas

Any student who is not an Australian citizen needs the Australian student visa for pursuing any course that lasts longer than four months. There are 7 different types of Australian student visas and to apply for any of them you must have received an unconditional offer letter from an Australian university. You must also have accepted the offer and paid the course tuition fee.  Here is a list of the 7 types of Australian visas: 1.The Independent ELICOS Sector visa It is for the international students aspiring to study the ELICOS (English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students) programme full time. The students who wish to undertake ELICOS as a prerequisite to another programme must apply under the sub class relevant to the main programme.  2.Vocational Education and Training Sector visa This one is for the international students looking forward to studying a full time vocational programme. It also includes Diplomas and Advance Diplomas, and Certificate I, I

Sussex India Scholarship (2018)

This scholarship is available for     students from India who get admission in the eligible masters course at Sussex. The scholarship is of £3,500 towards tuition fee. The Sussex scholarship is awarded to those who apply for a full time Masters. To be eligible for this scholarship, the student must: ·          be an Indian national ·          be classified as overseas for fee purposes ·          have the finances to support his/her living and other expenses in Sussex ·          have accepted an offer to study an eligible masters course at Sussex. Who is not eligible Students who are already awarded another Sussex scholarship i.e. Chancellor‘s Masters Scholarship or Sussex Graduate Scholarship. In addition to this, the students who are going to study the following courses are also not eligible for this scholarship. The courses include: ·          Corruption, Law, and Governance LLM ·          Development Studies MA ·          Early Years in Education MA

M.A in Communicating Economic Policy, New College of Humanities

The enthralling mix of economic policy and the communication of economic knowledge under this course train you to understand how the economic knowledge is applied in the modern world. The course has 3 main strands: Economic policy: It equips you with an understanding of the conceptual tools of the economists. Research skills: These are the skills required to handle quantitative data while offering a strong base in qualitative research skills, and prepare you to undertake the entire production process of independent research. Economic communications: It shows on what grounds the field of economics operates, the limitations of economics, and how these can be communicated to novice audience. The students who are interested to develop careers as policy makers, journalists, or wish to work in an NGO or any other international organization can apply for this course. The MA Communicating Economic Policy comprises ten core courses that can be studied full time in a