Important Tips for Scholarship Applicants

Preparing a well-written scholarship application is often a difficult process.  This post includes ten essential tips for perfecting your scholarship application.  The tips included here will help you meet the deadlines, please the scholarship sponsor, perfect your essay and more!

1. Identify and Meet the sponsor’s goals. Who wins scholarships?  The student who best meets the sponsor’s formal and informal requirements.  Therefore, to win a scholarship, you need to meet a sponsor’s goals.  As simple as this may seem, many students simply meet the sponsors bare requirements and hope for the best.  Do not do this!  Read through all the scholarship information watching for details and clues about what the sponsor’s formal and informal requirements.  By meeting the sponsor’s goals you increase you chance of winning exponentially!
2. Participate in extracurricular activities. Surprisingly, most scholarship committees do not simply choose the student with the highest grade point average (GPA) or SAT score.  Instead, most scholarships are equally interested in a students extracurricular activities.  Is he involved in his community?  Does he have an after-school job?  Did he start his own business?  What hobbies does he have?  The scholarship coordinators are interested in giving the award to the person they consider the most well-rounded student.  Grades are important, but they are only half the story.  Therefore, it is to your advantage to participate in extracurricular activites.
3. Watch the deadline like a hawk. We will never know how much scholarship money is lost simply because the applicant missed the deadline.  When students are applying to many scholarships at once it is easy to confuse the deadlines and send the applications on the wrong date.  To avoid this danger, students should keep a calendar either on paper or online.  On you calendar, write the name of each scholarship in red on its deadline, and in black one week before the deadline.  Try to get scholarship applications in before the black (early) deadline but make surethat you get it in before the red (final) deadline.
4. Proofread your application one more time. How can you increase your chance of winning in under 5 minutes? By proofreading your application.  Most scholarship committees do not even consider scholarship applications that have major blunders.  Did you get your address right?  Did you get the scholarship name right?  What about the coordinator’s name?  Once you have verified the information on the application, read through you essay once more.  Are their any major spelling errors?  What about grammar errors?  Is the header of the essay formatted correctly?  Simply spending a little more time can vastly increase your chance of winning.
5. Search, Search, SEARCH! Persistence is the key to getting a scholarship.  Finding good scholarships is often a difficult job.  I know for myself, when I have spent two hours looking through scholarships without finding one for my cousin , I feel like giving up.  Don’t.  You can stop for the day if you get too tired, but keep on looking the next day.  Think of it this way.  The harder a time you have finding a scholarship; the less competition you will have!  So, keep on looking and eventually you should get a scholarship.
6. Organize your surroundings and your time. Keeping organized is one of the most important habits all college students should develop.  It helps with study time.  It helps with scholarships. When your surroundings are organized, is easy to concentrate on your application.  On the other hand, when your surroundings are disordered, it is easy to get distracted or loose important papers.  Organizing your time is equally important.  When your time is well-scheduled, you can reduce “dead time” and meet your deadlines.  However, when your time is not ordered, it is easy to miss important deadlines or schedule two things for the same time.  Keep organized!
7. Watch for scholarship scams. Sadly, there are many scam artists who try to make money off gullible students.  College scholars loose millions of dollars every year to these scholarship scams!  That is the bad news.  Now, here is the good news – most scholarship scams are easily recognizable … if you know the signs.  The cardinal rule of scholarship scams is: “If it takes money to get money, it is probably a scam.”  After all, aren’t scholarship sponsors supposed to be giving you money?  Strictly following this rule will help you escape most scams, but some scams are not so easily caught.  Certain scholarship scams do not ask for money.  Instead, they request personal information, so they can commit identity theft or other crimes!
8. Write an Accomplishments Resume. Often when writing scholarships, it is difficult to remember some important piece of information.  The date that you started work at a certain job.  Or what your boss said about your work.  Looking for this information can break your concentration, lower your writing quality, and decrease your chance of winning the scholarship.  Before you start applying for scholarships, write an accomplishment resume.  On this resume include all the important information such as dates, a summary of your work, and recommendations.
9. Use concrete examples in essays. If the scholarship requires that you write an essay (and most do), don’t simply use abstract information – use concrete examples.  For example, instead of writing an abstract essay about volunteering in college, write about your experiences while volunteering.  This is an excellent time to use your accomplishments resume.  Scholarship sponsors want to hear about you and your experiences, not about some abstract topic.
10. Double check the eligibility requirements. Does the scholarship require demonstrated need?  What about full-time enrollment?  Or a minimum GPA?  Double checking the eligibility requirements will save you time spent in writing unnecessary scholarship applications.

Did you know that Indian students can get a Study Permit faster by applying under the Student Partners Program (SPP)?

The SPP is a joint pilot project between Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s visa offices in India and the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC). UFV strongly advises that you take advantage of this new program when applying for a Study Permit. Processing time can be as short as two weeks if you follow the SPP procedure for submission carefully.

Some of the main conditions to apply for a Study Permit under the SPP include:

• UFV Letter of Acceptance with NO conditions
• Payment of fees in full for the first semester of study
• A IELTS score of 6.0 or better (Students with TOEFL scores do not qualify)
• A bank loan from an SPP-approved chartered bank to finance the student’s education
• Disclosure of agent or other person helping with the student’s application
• Medical examination (wait a week after the student’s examination before submitting his or her application)

It is important to follow the SPP procedure closely. Submitting the wrong form or documents that are not on the list can cause undue delay. Please, follow all guidelines for fastest Study Permit processing.

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What are the requirements for applying education loan?

State Bank of India, Centurion Bank, PNB, Canara Bank and many other public and private sector banks have educational loan schemes for students which extend from schooling to research. These loans are subject to many terms and conditions: A term loan granted to Indian Nationals for pursuing higher education in India or abroad where admission has been secured to a full-time course in India or in abroad.

For example STATE BANK OF INDIA offering Education Loan as per the following terms & conditions SECURITY: Amount Studies In India Studies Abroad Upto Rs. 4 lacs No Security No Security Above Rs. 4 lacs to Rs. 7.50 lacs Suitable third Party Guarantee Suitable third Party Guarantee Above Rs. 7.50 lacs to Rs. 10 lacs(India)/ Rs. 15 lacs(Abroad) Tangible Collateral security for full value of loan Tangible Collateral security of suitable value of loan or suitable third party guarantee. Rs 15 lacs to Rs. 20 lacs ___ Tangible Collateral security for full value of loan Margin:

• For loans up to Rs.4.0 lacs : No Margin
•For loans above Rs.4.0 lacs: o Studies in India: 5% o Studies Abroad: 15% Documentation RequireD:
• Completed Education Loan Application Form.
• Mark sheets of last qualifying examination
• Proof of admission scholarship, studentship etc
• Schedule of expenses for the specified course
• 2 passport size photographs
• Borrower's Bank account statement for the last six months
• Income tax assessment order, of last 2 years
• Brief statement of assets and liabilities, of the Co-borrower
• Proof of Income (i.e. Salary slips/ Form 16 etc)

* Kindly check particular bank website for any update

What are The chances in MBA for Growth?

There are many career benefits of an MBA and people get the degree for different reasons. Some of the most common reasons fall into these general categories…

• Advancing your career:
An MBA can help you move up in your current job in regards to responsibility and/or pay. You might have to pay for the degree on your own in hopes of a promotion, but sometimes employers will encourage more education and reimburse your tuition costs.
An MBA can also increase job security with your current employer or within your current industry. If nothing else, MBA programs can provide good networking opportunities. Getting an MBA is an excellent way to advance your career.

• Changing your career:
Often getting an MBA can lead to a career change. The MBA is considered a management degree and can prepare you for management-level positions. Good management is needed in every industry, and an MBA can give you autonomy to move across industries.
Also, many programs have specializations or are specialized in their industry focus (ex: Healthcare MBA). Getting a specific MBA can make you more marketable within that specialized area.

• Starting your own business:
A significant number of the students that pursue an MBA do it to eventually start their own business. While an MBA is not required to be an entrepreneur or to start a business, it can be a huge benefit.
The MBA, by its very nature, covers a broad set of business topics. It is good to know a little of everything if you own a business. There is no doubt that what you learn in an MBA program will be applicable to running your own business.

• Developing your business expertise:
Earning an MBA will increase your business knowledge and add to your expertise. While some people do not have a specific career goal in mind, they know that an MBA will help them. An MBA is a very versatile degree. Most programs welcome and even prefer applicants with non-business backgrounds.

An MBA combined with just about any other field of study will enhance the degree holder's business savvy or management skill within that field. An MBA is also acceptable if you plan on going on for a PhD. Most schools recognize it as a professional degree as well as an academic degree.

CHARLES WALLACE INDIA TRUST Open for applications for 2011-12

The Charles Wallace India Trust (CWIT) is an arts, heritage conservation and humanities scholarship fund. It enables Indians in the early or middle stages of their careers to spend time in the UK, helping to achieve their artistic, professional or academic ambitions and make wider international contacts.

Who was Charles Wallace?

Charles Wallace was born in Calcutta in 1855. He lived, worked and flourished there, founding the Shaw Wallace company ( though there are no connections between CWIT and the contemporary Shaw Wallace).

Charles Wallace died in 1916, bequeathing his modest fortune to his family for a generation and then for the benefit of those among whom he had made it.

About CWIT

In 1981, following an agreement between the Indian and British governments, CWIT was established as an English charity. It is run by four trustees, one nominated by the British Council. The trustees cover CWIT’s main areas of interest and are Ingval Maxwell, Dr Yasmin Khan, Caroline Douglas and Colin Perchard ( British Council nominee). The Secretary is Richard Alford.

In nearly 30 years CWIT has made around 2500 grants. British Council India advises on CWIT’s work and gives administrative support including guidance on applying for a visa.

CWIT’s recent annual reports and accounts, including lists of scholarships and grants given, can be seen on the Charity Commission’s web site www.charity-commission.gov.uk



The various awards offered by the Charles Wallace India Trust are:

Fully Funded Awards in the arts and heritage conservation

Visiting Fellowships of 2-3 months duration, fully funded

Grants towards the cost of Short Research or Professional visits and Scottish Universities International Summer School . These do not cover full costs

Grants towards the cost of the penultimate or final year of Doctoral Study at a UK university

The deadline for applications is Tuesday 16 November 2010 (31 December 2010 for Short Research and Professional Visits)

DURATION OF THE AWARD
Dependent on award/scholarship undertaken (maximum of one year).

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What is an acceptable course of study for a Tier 4 (General) student?

What is an acceptable course of study for a Tier 4 (General) student?

You must be applying to:

study full-time in the UK on a course that leads to an approved qualification for our purposes and meets the additional requirements below; or

undertake a recognised Foundation Programme as a postgraduate doctor or dentist in the UK; or

work as a student union sabbatical officer in the UK.



If you want to study full-time, your course must also:

lead to a qualification at or above level 6 on the revised National Qualifications Framework (NQF) or its equivalents; or

be a short-term 'study abroad' programme as part of your qualification at an overseas higher education provider, if UK NARIC has confirmed that the qualification is at or above UK degree level; or

be an English language course at or above level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR); or

be an English language course at any level, if you are a government-sponsored student or if the course is a pre-sessional course which you are taking before a degree course; or

involve at least 15 hours per week of organised daytime study. 'Daytime' is 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday.



If the course is below revised NQF level 6 or equivalent and is not an English language course or a study abroad programme, it must:

be approved at or above level 3 on the NQF or Qualifications and Credits Framework (QCF), or accredited at or above level 6 in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF), if you will be studying with a Highly Trusted sponsor; or

be approved at or above level 4 on the NQF or QCF, or accredited at ar above level 7 in the SCQF, if you will be studying with a sponsor that has an A (Trusted) or B (Sponsor) rating; or

be a pre-sessional course to prepare you for your main course of study in the UK.
Level 3 of the NQF is equivalent to a UK 'A-level'. Level 6 of the revised NQF is equivalent to a UK bachelor's degree.



A course below degree level cannot include a work placement unless it is:
offered by a Highly Trusted sponsor; or

a foundation degree course.

A work placement must be an assessed part of the course, and must not exceed 50 per cent of the length of the course in the UK.

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Your course or programme must be provided by a Tier 4 (General) sponsor.

Applying for a student visa outside the United Kingdom

Applying for a student visa outside the United Kingdom


If you are outside the UK, the process of applying for a student visa underTier 4 (General) is:
Step
1. Choose the course you want to study, and check that it is at a level Visa office accept.

See Your course of study for more information on the acceptable levels and types of courses.

2. Check that the provider of the course is a licensed Tier 4 sponsor.

See Your education provider for more information.

3. Work out how much money you will need to have to cover your course fees and living costs when you submit your application.

See Your money to find out how to calculate the amount that you will need.

4. Get a confirmation of acceptance for studies (CAS) from your education provider, and gather all the documents you used to obtain your CAS. (You get 30 points for having a valid CAS.)

See Evidence used to obtain your CAS for more information.

5. Gather all the documents you need to prove that you meet the money requirement. (You get 10 points for showing that you can cover your course fees and living costs).

See Evidence of your money for details of the documents we accept.

6. Complete the application form, and add your supporting evidence and your visa application fee.

See How to complete the application form and Visa fees for more information.

7. Go to the Visa services website to find out which visa issuing post you should use, and to see how you may need to apply in your country of residence .

Use the Visa services country finder to find your nearest visa issuing post.

8. Take or send your form(s), visa fee and supporting evidence to the visa issuing post. You must also arrange to enrol your biometrics, which is usually done at the visa issuing post.

See Biometrics to find out what you will need to provide.


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Why is Studying Abroad the best Decision You can ever Make ?

In today's competitive world, it has become increasingly difficult to survive unless there is that something extra which will make you stand apart. This is the main reason for many of us, deciding to get that international exposure which will help make a difference.

But then, if you are one of those who are perpetually confused & wondering whether it is well worth your time, then the following reasons could be compelling enough to tilt the scales in favour of your decision.

Ask anyone who has done their studies abroad, and they will most certainly tell you that it is a life altering experience and one of the most rewarding things not to be missed.
There are several reasons for this, but below are listed the most important of them:

Studying abroad enhances employment opportunities- This is but naturally, the main reason we pursue it in the first place. In fact, did you know that only 60% of students abroad actually study in their home countries, the rest choose other countries to do so, some even coming to India!! Thanks to globalization, this cultural exchange benefits students & economies in general everywhere. An employer will always give more importance to a student who has studied abroad, one who is self-motivated & independent enough to embrace challenges & cope with diverse situations. These skills, sets him apart from every other job applicant he may come across.

It enhances the value of your degree- Since the courses abroad are numerous & tailor-made to suit individual needs, a number of courses can be done simultaneously that will be a value add to any resume, thus providing an opportunity for students to do courses that might not have be an option at home.

You will be able to meet & befriend students from all over the world- Apart from students in the native country, there are also those who come from various other places & interacting with them makes for a lifelong association.

It helps develop skills & provides experiences that a classroom setting will never provide- Although initially a very scary process, the new cultural setting will help you discover strengths & abilities which you never knew you possessed. There might be a lot of procedures & situations that are very unfamiliar but adapting to it & responding to it is what makes the whole experience worthwhile.

It's a very good opportunity to break away from a set academic routine- Since the academic system is different in different countries, the course set-up & options available will be unlike something offered in the home country. Wouldn't it be great to break out of the monotony that sets in semester after semester every year??

Studying abroad also provides an excellent opportunity to travel- This itself is one of the strongest factor to help you make your decision. For those of you who like to explore their surroundings, weekends, field trips and academic breaks allow you to venture out of campus. Since you will find yourself in a different continent, you can make the most of the opportunity to visit places you might have otherwise only dreamt about.

It gives you an avenue to experience another culture first-hand- Apart from the general differences like food, language, appearance & personal habits, a person's culture reflects deep perceptions, beliefs, and values that influence their lives & the way they view the world. This is something no text book will be able to teach you.

It is the best way to learn a language- Being surrounded by people speaking the language, makes imbibing it much easier & faster, especially when done in a proper cultural context.

Studying abroad expands your worldview- It broadens horizons & will make you more open minded and accepting of things. Americans, for example are very structured & uninterested with anything that happens beyond their boundaries, thus being with them & observing them will make you more informed & less biased towards other people & cultures.

The experience of studying abroad, makes you learn more about yourself- Isn't this something you would really like??

More important than the job implications of this decision, the new ideas & thoughts that you will equip yourself with, will change the way you look at things. The challenges experienced, will help you see yourself & your surroundings in a different perspective. You may either strengthen those core values or abandon them and create new concepts and ideas, both of which mean that you have learnt to something.

This crucial decision is thus ultimately, entirely in your hands. But I do hope that the above points I have given, will help in making the decision much easier!!!

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Factors that Influence your Choice of Destination while planning to Study Abroad

Having seen that studying abroad might just be the most life-altering decision you have ever made, the next important question you must ask yourself, pertains to the other factors that should also be considered when deciding which host country will suit your individual needs.

This is particularly important,

Since many are unprepared & realise the implications only when they land in an alien land.
Many are not aware of the different courses being offered the choices are abundant everywhere
Relatives & friends recommend different places based on individual experience or information gleaned, which although important to consider, should not necessarily affect personal decisions.
The entire exercise is very confounding, especially for a student who has to invest wisely in such a course since his entire career depends on it.

I am sure that like me, for most of you, the US, UK & Australia are the only countries we can think of which offer the best options in terms of studying overseas. But this should not be the case. It is best to approach the matter with an open mind & go through various options, since every country has its own set of pros & cons.

Some of the important factors pertaining to the study decisions abroad, that need to be borne in mind are:

The basic academic experience received in the native country- This is particularly important, since the future course considered should in no way be a repetition of the basic course or else it will just become redundant. Although this might be considered a trivial matter, it is a must for the foreign degree to be an absolute value add-on. A good basic academic record will also go a long way in ensuring your selection to an esteemed university. The test scores, personal statements and letters of recommendation prove equally significant.

Availability of courses in the foreign country- Since the courses available are numerous & more practical oriented, it is advisable to find out the one which you are most suited for & which country is most apt in providing it, which will help in better long term career prospects.

Quality of education of the concerned country you are planning to travel- No education can ever be bad, but it always helps to keep in mind that the entire purpose of doing a course abroad is the value-add it gives. Thus apart from only considering known countries like the US, UK for this, it is good to explore a bit & find out about the other options available.

Course fees/ Tuition expenditure- Although mentioned in the prospectus while considering different study options, the course fees need to be properly verified.


According to Pacifica Consultants, an emigrant counselling agency in the US, the tuition cost in USA varies from $5000 to $30,000 per year, while the college tuition costs in Europe rarely exceed $17,000 per year. Just like in the United States, the tuition costs wholly depend on the university. Bigger universities, which are higher in international rankings, obviously charge more. The tuition often depends on the difficulty of the program, its competitiveness, and the facilities needed for teaching which is something, to be carefully considered.

Scholarship programs- These are the first option for a number of students & are offered by a large number of foreign universities. It is easier to get scholarships in the US, than in countries like UK, Canada, Australia & New Zealand. This may be the reason why the US is always the first option of study.
Bank loans- A main concern for students & even more so for their parents, the amount spent on education overseas will be three-fold when compared to an Indian degree. And rather than borrowing or taking a personal loan, an educational loan is the best bet. The number of institutions providing bank loans has increased ten-fold in the last couple of years & the options vary depending on the country selected.


An education loan covers some basic expenses like: fees payable to college/hostel, examination fee, library/laboratory fee, purchase of books & equipment, any security deposits and the purchase of a computer. Travel expenses are also covered for those studying abroad. Interestingly, the State Bank of India also covers the cost of two-wheelers -- up to Rs 50,000.

The loan amount differs in different financial institutions, but the maximum amount is between Rs 15 - Rs 20 lakhs with the interest rates ranging from 11.25 % to 13.5 %. The repayment of a loan generally begins 6 months following completion of courses. The tenure of the education loan ranges between 5 years to 10 years, depending on bank and loan amount.

Visa rules- Owing to a large number of people moving to different countries to work or study, the rules are very strict & having a valid passport & visa well in advance will make you better prepared. It also makes sense to be familiar with the laws & customs of the host country to avoid any unnecessary trouble.
Living expenses- Budget planning & expenditure should be done according to affordability. As the saying goes, "Cut your coat according to your cloth", living within your means will go a long way in teaching you to survive especially in a foreign land.
Cultural encounters- To be open & attuned to your fellow students & the community is one skill that will define your perception in the long run.
Internship opportunities- Giving you valuable experience in a field in which you are interested, internships are a useful resume builder which enhances the value of any degree. They are not only a way to get experience in a field, but also are a big help financially. Some internships offer a salary; while others count towards college credit. A career counsellor at the university is the best person to approach regarding such opportunities.
Work permit access- Prior to the start of an internship or a job, a valid work permit from the concerned embassy of the host country is a must.
Career aspirations- Whether using the international degree to study in your native country or abroad, there will be no dearth of opportunities awaiting you in your chosen field.
Permanent residency options upon graduation- Most of the students have this as their sole objective, & they tailor their choice of course and university with this end in mind. The propensity of many students to seek permanent residency in places like US, UK & Australia is the main motivation for this decision which although sensible, should be done only when taking into account other factors like financial implications & cost of living.


The above factors though not comprehensive, are just some of the things to be considered while taking such a major decision which is far reaching & life altering in many aspects.

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Why Study Abroad?

Create Global Awareness:
International education ignites a passion for understanding other people and their perspectives. That's one important benefit to working or studying abroad - and it's essential to success in our increasingly diverse world. Students with international exposure come to understand the value of dialogue between people from different cultures and between people with different points of view.

Advance Your Career:
To be an educated person in the new millennium one must have the new skills that come from exposure to other cultures and the understanding produced from the study of different societies and nations. To be employed in those parts of the economy that cross national borders and the barriers of different languages one must be educated in a global environment that provides comfort and understanding of the cultures.

Develop Leadership Skills:
To continue to compete successfully in the global economy and to maintain our role as a world leader, We need to ensure that we develop a broad understanding of the world, proficiency in other languages, and knowledge of other cultures. This will help us preparing ourselves for a global environment.

Experience Personal Growth:
In today's global world, which places a premium on international literacy, students who are not exposed to the world and to other cultures will be left behind.

Fund Yourself while Studying Abroad:
International students can work part-time during their studies, as well as fulltime during the vacation period. Now, Students are given with the option of staying back in the country where they receive their degree in order to gain that elusive international work experience. Also, Highly qualified persons are granted permanent residence by most of the developed nations.

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New rules for Tier 1 and Tier 2, and other changes to the Immigration Rules

On 6 April the government will make significant changes to Tier 1 and Tier 2 of the points-based system. It will also amend the Immigration Rules covering asylum seekers, English language qualifications and marriage visas for members of the Armed Forces.
The government has accepted changes to Tier 1 recommended by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), and has set out details of how it will implement the MAC's recommended changes to Tier 2.
The changes include new points criteria for both tiers, a simpler route for very highly skilled workers without Master's degrees, greater flexibility for short-term transfers by multinational companies, and more protection against the use of such transfers to fill long-term vacancies that should go to resident workers.
The changes were announced today by Borders and Immigration Minister Phil Woolas, who said:
'We've always said that we would run our immigration system for the benefit of the UK, and that is what we are doing.
'The changes that we are making today will build on an already robust system which is now the envy of the world. A strength of the points-based system is the flexibility to predict and respond to events.
'By utilising the flexibility of the points-based system, we are now ensuring that only those that we need to come to the UK to work can do so.
'I will continue to ensure that immigration does not act as a disincentive for employers to employ and improve the skills of the British workforce.'
The changes are included in the latest Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules, which was laid before Parliament today.
The other changes to the Immigration Rules include:
revised provisions governing English language qualifications for migrants who are applying for permanent residence, to ensure that those relying on qualifications in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) will study at accredited colleges, and to clarify the progression that migrants are required to demonstrate before they can apply for permanent residence;
changes to prevent asylum applicants from claiming humanitarian protection if there are serious reasons for considering that they have engaged in undesirable behaviour;
clarified interview procedures for unaccompanied children seeking asylum;
removal of a requirement for asylum seekers to be asked to sign the interview record, as other safeguards are in place;
lowering the marriage visa age to 18 for serving members of the Armed Forces and their partners, recognising partners' role in supporting those on the front line and reflecting the unique circumstances in which the Armed Forces operate; and
adding Monaco to the Youth Mobility Scheme.
The Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules will be incorporated into a consolidated version of the Immigration Rules. You can find copies of all the Statements of Changes in Immigration Rules issued since May 2003 in the Policy and law section of this website.
The changes will come into effect on 6 April and 7 April 2010. Applications that are made before the new rules come into effect will be considered under the rules in place on the date of the application.
Migrants who want to apply in person should note that the date of their application is the date when they go to the public enquiry office. Applicants should consider this when they book an appointment.
You can download a statement of policy setting out the changes to Tier 1 and Tier 2, and the written ministerial statement regarding changes to the Immigration Rules, from the right side of this page.

Australia- Changes to student visa living costs and evidence of funds - from 1 January 2010

International students are required to demonstrate that they have genuine access to sufficient funds to be granted a Student visa. From 1 January 2010, the financial requirements for a student visa have changed. These changes will affect all applications lodged on or after 1 January 2010.
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Tier 4 changes for education providers and migrant students-07 April 2010

Changes to the Immigration Rules came into force yesterday, affecting migrant students and educational providers which sponsor them under Tier 4 of the points-based system.

The Immigration Rules now encompass changes from the Tier 4 review, including the rules governing the new Highly Trusted sponsor licence. Only sponsors who hold a Highly Trusted sponsor licence can now offer the following courses, known as 'restricted courses', to Tier 4 (General) students:

courses at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level 3 or equivalent; and
courses below degree level that include a work placement (other than foundation degrees, which can still be offered with a work placement by any Tier 4 (General) sponsor).

Education providers who hold a standard Tier 4 sponsor licence can only offer courses at or above NQF level 4 or equivalent. And they cannot offer courses that include work placements unless those courses are degree-level courses or foundation degrees.
(A foundation degree is a programme of study which leads to a qualification awarded at a minimum of level 5 on the revised National Qualifications Framework by an English higher education institution with degree-awarding powers, or awarded on a directly equivalent basis in the devolved administrations. In Scotland, a Higher National Diploma at Level 8 on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework is equivalent to a foundation degree.)

If a student is studying a restricted course at an institution that does not hold a Highly Trusted sponsor licence, they can continue to study at that institution until they complete their course of study or their permission to stay under Tier 4 expires, whichever is sooner. If a student wants to extend their stay to complete their studies on an affected course, they must do so at an institution that holds a Highly Trusted sponsor licence.

More information is available in the sections for Tier 4 (General) students and sponsors.

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Why IELTS is necessary for study abroad?

What is the importance of IELTS Test? Ask them who failed to qualify for the same – their expressions would give you an insight on the importance of the IELTS Test!

Everybody interested in overseas study or immigration and in some cases while applying for international jobs, may be required to undergo an IELTS test. The IELTS score is required to get admission into many renowned universities across the world and a majority of immigration destinations demand their applicants to take IELTS test in order to qualify for the eligibility criteria. In fact, in certain immigration programs, such as Australia General Skilled Migration program, both the principal applicant and their spouse are required to appear for the IELTS test.

The IELTS test serves as a perfect medium to evaluate your language benchmark and in many cases; help the applicants find adept employment opportunities for themselves. Ace English language skills have always been one of the major selection criteria as far as the eligibility factor under the point based system is concerned. IELTS score of an immigrant applicant offers an opportunity for the immigration officers to judge the applicants for their English language skills. History says that earlier the immigration officers used to take a face-to-face interview with the applicants and come to a final judgment. But the system had many loopholes and the outcome usually resulted into prejudiced situations. This test, further allows the immigration officer to judge the candidate on the basis of all the required four skill such as understanding power, reading abilities, speaking skills and listening capabilities. This was not possible with the earlier concept of “one-on-one interview”. Keeping all these things in mind, the concept of IELTS Test was introduced.

IELTS test holds an international acceptability, so its importance is automatically highlighted. An IELTS test is an integral part and one of the most critical aspects of almost all the immigration processes such as Study Visa, General Skilled Migration program amongst others. In addition, this test gives the applicants (applying for Study Visa) a polished opportunity to check on their language skill levels and apply for a particular course in accordance with their rankings. This also means that if the applicant manages to achieve the target score, it will provide ample confidence to the applicant and his college about his brilliant eligibility level.

If you are not too comfortable with your language skills, you can always enroll yourself in a renowned Language Development Course in order to enhance your proficiency in the English language. Above mentioned is just a finer glimpse of the importance of IELTS test. Practically seen, the importance is as deep as an ocean! Consult the Global Education Service to gain proper advice on your IELTS preparation and application process!

Why study abroad?

Academic credit - The most obvious reason why students study abroad is to earn academic credit. You should consider the type of credit you will earn on your study abroad program. Will you earn credit towards your major or elective credit only? Will you receive grades or pass/fail credit only? You may study abroad to earn upper division credits in your major field or you may be overseas to earn some of your core or general education hours your freshman year.
Language acquisition - The world market place is shrinking rapidly, many companies require second languages. Foreign languages are not only valuable in the work force they are valuable in the real world.
Practical experience - Study abroad coupled with an international internship is an incredible way to gain some real world experience. Additionally you may find that only an international program can offer the real expertise you desire in your education.
Resume building - International experience is ranked high among many employers as a critical asset for prospective employees. Study abroad shows that you are resourceful, adventurous, internationally minded, and diverse.
Experience of a lifetime - In a couple years you will forget the name of your literature professor in Grenoble or the name of your dorm in Beijing, but you'll never forget the friends you made or the incredible experiences you shared.

Study in INDIA

Study in INDIA:

Global Education Service encouraging the overseas students willing to study in INDIA. GES recruit students from abroad countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Iran and rest of the world for study in Indian institutes. The hot courses in India are MBA, MCA, BBA/BBM , BCA, B.Tech , Fashion Designing, Hospitality Management and many more. For any queries regarding study in India feel free to contact GES.