The education has become a growing business and there is an increasing trend for school leavers to undertake undergraduate and post graduate studies at foreign universities. The recognition of universities vary from locations, history, research capabilities and a host of other factors. Some magazines, newspapers, websites, governments and academics have conducted rankings as a guide for assessing the standing of universities based on variety of factors. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings, Center for World University Rankings, Global University Ranking, Professional Ranking of World Universities and QS World University Rankings are some of the published annual ranking systems providing a form of reference for assessing the international standing of the universities across the globe
Some of the American, British, and Australian universities aggressively market their programs in attracting foreign students for increasing their income. Singapore and Malaysia have also become popular destinations for degree programs of US, UK and Australian Universities through local affiliated centers at a relatively lower cost where in majority cases offers the option of completing later years at the main campus upon payment of full fees charged in that country. The sought after destinations for undergraduate and post graduate studies are
- United States of America – read more
- United Kingdom – read more
- Australia – read more
- Malaysia – read more
- Singapore – read more
- India – read more
- New Zealand – read more
- China – read more
- Canada – read more
A list of Universities and some information
The entry requirements, timings, the processes involved in submitting applications, fees, accommodation, goods required and visa requirements vary depending on the destination chosen and the type of university. The Universities generally attempt to provide accommodation facilities for foreign students at a charge in the first year of graduate studies, and some of them offer food during the week days as part of the service at economical rates. However, where accommodation is not guaranteed in any year of studies, it is important to ensure that the process is carefully managed as agents / landlords could take advantage of the lack of knowledge of foreign students. The travel during vacation periods such as Christmas season also involve significantly higher costs as airlines have adopted different pricing structures based on the demand for travel during peak periods.
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