The United Kingdom has announced changes to its student visa requirements, effective January 2025. As of the new year, international students will need to demonstrate increased financial resources to secure a student visa. Increased Maintenance FundsThe UK government has raised the required maintenance funds by 11.17%. Students applying for a UK student visa will now
New Zealand is fast becoming a leading destination for overseas students. International students also pick New Zealand to experience the Kiwi lifestyle, as a safe location to push personal boundaries, and, in certain cases, to pursue long-term or permanent residency prospects. Tertiary Education and Skills Minister Penny Simmonds said that New Zealand’s international education sector
Alef Education, a UAE-based global leader in education technology, participated in a high-level panel discussion titled ‘Empowering Girls for Climate Action’ alongside ministers and key decision-makers at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) at the ICESCO Pavilion, Blue Zone, held in Baku, Azerbaijan recently. This year’s conference, themed ‘In Solidarity for a Green World’,
A recent report from the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) confirms that the United States continues to be the leading destination for international students pursuing business education. The findings, part of GMAC’s 2024 Application Trends Survey, reveal a significant 12% increase in global applications to business schools, marking a rebound after a two-year decline. The
A new series of Museum Studies courses has been announced by ilmi Science, Discovery & Innovation Center and Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU). These courses are designed to foster a new generation of museum professionals in Saudi Arabia, providing educational opportunities to a wide range of learners from high-school graduates to seasoned professionals. The
A hospital in Shanghai has launched a clinic designed to assist children struggling with mathematics, incorporating a holistic intervention strategy that includes medical support. The Shanghai Children’s Medical Centre will open the Spatial and Mathematical Learning Difficulties Clinic on October 8, as reported by local media. Managed by the hospital’s mental health team in collaboration
Italy is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) in education, aiming to bridge the country’s digital skills gap with its European Union counterparts. The pilot program, introduced by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government, will test AI-assisted teaching in 15 classrooms across four regions, signalling a step towards modernising education in Italy. Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara announced this
In a significant shift towards a more inclusive and supportive educational framework, Ofsted has announced a series of reforms to address post-Covid challenges in schools across England better. These changes come in response to growing concerns over student behaviour, absenteeism, and the provision for special educational needs (SEN) following the pandemic. The reforms will also
Veranda Learning Solutions, a prominent player in the education sector, has announced its strategic entry into the Middle East through its flagship brand, J.K. Shah Classes. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Veranda Learning’s global strategy as it partners with Jumeira University Connect, the training arm of Jumeira University, to offer a Chartered Accountancy
Dubai Humanitarian and Heriot-Watt University Dubai have announced a partnership to enhance capacity building, knowledge sharing, and the implementation of innovative sustainable solutions within the humanitarian sector. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in fostering educational and practical synergies between the two institutions. Giuseppe Saba, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian, underscored
