Intake dates in key study abroad destinations (2024)
Every year, thousands of students fly across the globe to pursue education in countries like the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom. Universities in these countries often promise higher-quality education, which expands the career prospects of those who get into them. For aspiring international students, one of the most important things to keep in […]
A guide to student visas around the world
Most students aspiring to study abroad must acquire a student visa. This visa is a document that allows a person to stay in another country for a specified amount of time to complete their education. Some student visas also grant the holder the option to extend their stay for a few more months or years […]
What are post-study work rights?
Post-study work rights (PSWR) are a temporary visa facility that allows international students and overseas graduates to remain in a country to study and/or work after they finish their initial program. PSWR typically lasts two to five years after completion of studies. However, the length depends on the limits set by the country. For example, […]
Your guide to affordable education in the USA
We explore the costs of studying in the US for international students, covering education expenses, living costs, and the influence of global economic trends on your educational experience.
GSP goes to ICEF Digital and ICEF Berlin
See GSP’s work and achievements in the global education community as they talked about initiatives and partnership opportunities to boost recruitment efforts.
Post-study pathways: The rise of UK and Ireland in global education
In a significant development in global education, both Ireland and the United Kingdom are witnessing a substantial growth in international student enrolments.
Ireland’s economy and opportunities attract more international students
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Ireland has emerged with the fastest-growing economy in Europe. According to IBIS World, Irish GDP still grew at a nominal rate in 2020 despite the massive disruption to economic activity caused by COVID-19. A significant growth in GSP followed in 2021 where it doubled from 6.2% to 13.6%, making Ireland the fastest-growing economy in the EU.
Diverse preference of students studying in the UK
An interesting finding from Prospects Luminate’s Early Careers Survey 2023 shows that managing finances overtook mental wellbeing as the main issue faced by young people in the past year. More than half of participants (52%) said ‘Money’ was the biggest challenge of the last year, followed by ‘Balancing commitments’ (51%), ‘Taking care of my mental health’ (50%), and ‘Keeping motivated’ (48%) – these four held a clear lead over other concerns.
Thought Leadership: Elaine Starkey
Looking back, I never would have imagined that this NSW start up company I’ve been leading so passionately would have found its roots from a visit to Kathmandu, Nepal in 2015Drawing on my well-established relationships with universities and Austrade from my International Student Guide business, I organized an event with a handful of universities for proof of concept.
Canada’s thriving Entertainment Arts and Digital Media industries
With our world rapidly evolving to produce and consume quality content across various platforms, the entertainment industry is very much alive and booming, and Canada is undoubtedly one of its biggest players. Entertainment is a growing and lucrative business in Canada. According to Entertainment Partners, Canadian film and TV productions generate 117,000 full-time jobs and $5 billion in revenue for the country each year.