The University of Manitoba

Welcome to the University of Manitoba – western Canada’s first university. Founded more than 130 years ago, and located in the heart of the country, it is the region’s largest and only research intensive university offering over 90 degrees, diplomas, and certificates – more than 60 at the undergraduate level including professional disciplines such as medicine, law, and engineering.

Home to a thriving community of Indigenous researchers, staff and over 1,900 self-declared Aboriginal (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) students, the University of Manitoba is located on Anishabbe and Metis traditional land.

The energetic university community is comprised of over 26,000 students, 8,000 faculty and staff, and 180,000 alumni. Nearly 8 per cent of our current students are international, representing close to 100 countries.

The university stimulates over $1.8 billion in economic activity in the province, and it is the leader in Manitoba’s knowledge economy with groundbreaking research in areas such as nanotechnology, functional foods and nutraceuticals, HIV/AIDS, and climate change.

With a strong legacy of excellence to guide it, the University of Manitoba and its dynamic community of researchers, students, teachers and staff, are addressing the challenges facing Canada and the world in the 21st century.

The University of Manitoba is a coeducational, nondenominational, government-supported institution. It is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities and of the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada.

 Why Choose the U of M?

 At the U of M, it’s about options.

 The University of Manitoba is the province’s largest university, with over twenty faculties for you to explore. But it’s not just about size  and scale – it’s about options. The U of M offers more academic programs, support for students, campus services, scholarships and  bursaries than any other post secondary institution in the province. And that means more opportunities to turn a great education into  an amazing career.

As a student, you’ll also benefit from real life innovators in the classroom, more undergrad research opportunities, and more chances to meet, learn from, and become one of tomorrow’s leaders.

Beyond the classroom, you’ll discover even more.

With over 100 student groups and recreation clubs, co-op work opportunities, travel exchange programs, and community service projects at home and abroad, the University of Manitoba offers you more ways to connect, develop leadership skills, and expand your awareness and understanding of this world we all share.

When you combine all that with a gorgeous campus and welcoming community, it’s easy to see how the University of Manitoba truly is the U of More.

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Centers of excellence: International Politics (world’s first department), Art and Design, Theatre Film and Television Studies, Department of Welsh & Celtic Studies, Institute of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

Cost of tuition per year: Undergraduate and Postgraduate: 8,500 – 11,500

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Limkokwing University is an International University located in London, England with global presence across 3 continents. With over 30,000 students coming from more than 150 countries, studying in its 12 campuses in Botswana, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Lesotho, Malaysia, Swaziland and United Kingdom. The University has established worldwide recognition through its innovative brand of creative education.

Limkokwing University has a unique philosophy of Merging The Best of East and West, which allows its students to criss-cross nations and soak up experiences that strengthens their global knowledge and improves their cultural insights.

Since its inception, the university’s focus on Creativity & Innovation has enabled the students to think out of the box. With its different, innovative kind of learning concept The Global Classroom, global graduates are trained to tackle the challenges rise in this rapidly globalising world. Besides, the Industry Concept has created a special collaboration between academic and industry, thus industry within university.

Limkokwing University of Creative Technology is the first Asian university to establish in the United Kingdom and the first Commonwealth University to establish in the United Kingdom. It is located in one of the most prestigious locations in London – Piccadilly overlooking Green Park which is adjacent to Buckingham Palace – the official London residence of HM Queen Elizabeth II.

Within 4 years the university has established their campus at Mayfair and have a total of 300 students on campus from 41 different countries. We are listed with the UKBA as ‘A’ rated Higher Education sponsor for Tier 4 (General) under the point based system. We are accredited by ASIC and awarded a Premier Status. Limkokwing University of Creative Technology qualifications are internationally recognised and are a member of UK NARIC.

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Canadian Education

Education in Canada has two main goals: to give individuals the opportunity to develop themselves, and to provide society with the skills it needs to evolve in its best interests. Canada ‘s educational system is based on finding a coordinated approach to the pursuit of these sometimes conflicting goals. Comprehensive, diversified, and available to everyone, the system reflects the Canadian belief in the importance of education.

Why Choose Canada?

The combination of Canada ‘s natural environment and its reputation for high-quality education are just a few of the things that attract tens of thousands of foreign students to Canada every year. Foreign students choose to study in Canada because of the:

Quality

Canadian degrees and diplomas are recognized throughout the world. Canadian work experience is highly desirable by multi-national companies . Canada is among the select few countries whose students scored near the top in reading, mathematics and science in the OECD’s Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) study.

Variety

Students coming to Canada have over 90 degree granting universities, 175 community colleges, several private language schools and many corporate training facilities to choose from.

Cost

Canada spends more per capita on its education system than any other country in the world. As a result, Canadian universities and colleges offer lower tuition rates for international students than their counterparts in other countries. learning about other cultures.

Standard of Living

In the last decade, Canada has repeatedly been chosen by UN as one of the best places in the world to live.

Geography and Climate: Canada is a land of vast distances and rich natural resources, it lies Northern North America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean on the east, North Pacific Ocean on the west, and the Arctic Ocean on the north, north of the conterminous US varies from temperate in south to sub arctic and arctic in north. The Canadian climate varies from temperate in south to sub arctic and arctic in north.

Population and Language: 33,098,932, English and French

Tuition Fees: Since Tuition fees vary from school to school, please contact our office for information

Living Expense: 8000-10000 CAD/Year

Student work: Students are allowed to work unlimited number of hours.

Student Life in Canada: Student life in Canada enlightening, Student life also encompass areas such as health and wellness, career, campus involvements, fitness, entertainment, clubs, getting around your new city, and other support services.

USA Education

The United States government does not regulate the quality of educational programs offered at colleges and universities. Instead, the accreditation of a school tells you that the school has met a minimum standard of quality in its academic programs. Accrediting organizations are authorized by the US Department of Education to set these standards and then evaluate whether a school’s program meets them. If so, then the school is said to be “accredited” by that body.

It is very important to choose a school that has been accredited. By attending an accredited school, you can be sure that your degree will be recognized by other schools (should you want to pursue an advanced degree ) and by employers. You can find out directly from the school whether it is accredited and also by which organizations. This information may also be available in some college guides. For more information on how the accreditation process works, visit the Council on Higher Education Accreditation .

Why Choose the USA

US universities, US colleges and US schools constantly rank very high in world rankings, just one of the reasons to study in the US. The US offers international students the most exciting, rewarding and comprehensive array of study options in the world. International students who choose to study in the US have almost unlimited study choices. Furthermore, international students who successfully complete their US study are highly sought after by employers worldwide. While the reasons international students choose to study in the US vary from student to student, there are 9 main advantages of US study, as summed up in the Benefits of US Study section. You can also view a list of some famous international students who have completed their study in the US . Or if you are ready to start searching for schools to begin your study in the US, you may start your US school search here .

Geography and Climate: United States lies in North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico. Mostly temperate, but tropical in Hawaii and Florida, arctic in Alaska, semiarid in the great plains west of the Mississippi River, and arid in the Great Basin of the southwest; low winter temperatures in the northwest are ameliorated occasionally in January and February by warm Chinook winds from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

Population and Language: 298,444,215, English

Tuition Fees: Since Tuition fees vary from school to school, please contact our office for information.

Living Expense: 7200-12000/Year

Cost of Living: The cost of living in the U.S. can vary widely by location. All visitors are subject to federal and state income tax on U.S.-source income, as well as on most grants and scholarships.

Student work: International students can work up to 40 hours per week in “practical training” jobs for which they are paid regular wages.

Student Life in U.S.A: Student life in America is dynamic, with a wide range of extra-curricular activities on campus and off, housing options to meet a variety of requirements and strong support services for international students. Studying in the U.S. offers many advantages and America is justly proud of its excellent educational institutions. International students studying in the U.S. will benefit from the most modern and up-to-date facilities, including well-equipped laboratories, huge inter-linked university libraries and cutting edge information technology systems.

Australian Education

Australia offers an education experience that makes a real difference. Graduates from Australia are very successful in finding jobs and hold prominent positions worldwide. Additionally, they are readily accepted for postgraduate study at leading international universities.

Why Choose Australia

Australia provides a unique kind of education and a learning style that encourages you to be innovative, creative and think independently. Australia attracts the third largest number of international students in the English-speaking world after the USA and UK . In some countries Australia is the students’ first choice study destination.

Australia is a dynamic, vibrant country and its people are energetic, friendly and confident. Multicultural Australia is a safe, friendly, sophisticated and harmonious society in which students can learn and travel in an English speaking country.

Australia also offers excellent value for money and a standard of living which is among the highest in the world. Living expenses and tuition costs in Australia are considerably less expensive than other comparable countries.

Geography and Climate: The continent Of Australia lies in Oceania, between the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific Ocean. The Australian climate is generally arid to semiarid temperate in south and east and tropical in north

Population and Language: 20,264,082, English

Tuition Fees: Since Tuition fees vary from school to school, please contact our office for information.

Living Expense: 12000 AUD/Year

Cost of Living: Apart from housing, the cost of living does not vary that much from city to city. Your individual lifestyle will have a much greater bearing on how much you spend. The cost of living in Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth is dramatically less than that of the world’s most expensive cities. At the same time, Australia’s major cities are all ranked among the world’s top 30 cities for quality of life. The cost of living in Western Australia is generally lower than in other Australian states

Student work: Overseas students living in Australia can work up to 20 hours each week during the academic year and full-time during vacations after applying for work rights.

Student Life in Australia: Students in Australia get a chance to experience numerous gorgeous beaches, the weather, the people, it is a completely different way of life. Australia and it’s people are laid back and students quickly fall in love with the country and it’s outdoor living! You are there to learn, but Australia has so much to offer and because of the climate there is something to do all year round. The majority of the institutions will have sports facilities and clubs that you can join.

UK Education

UK qualifications are recognized and respected throughout the world. Your UK qualification will be a solid foundation for building your future, boosting your career and prospects for a higher salary. UK universities, colleges and schools will provide a vibrant, creative and challenging environment in which to develop your potential.

Why choose UK

You can choose from a variety of routes through the education and training system, combining different types of courses according to your needs and abilities. Many courses can also be taken through distance learning in your home country.
When you come to the UK , you get three countries and a province in one: England , Scotland , Wales and the province of Northern Ireland . Each has its own distinctive history, landscape and modern culture. And, because they’re all within easy reach of one another, they’re easy to explore. The national air, rail, coach and bus networks will get you almost anywhere in the UK ‘ so you won’t need a car, as you might in some countries. Discounts or special rates are generally available for students on most forms of transport.
It’s easy to see the rest of Europe . The Channel Tunnel, cheap flights and ferries mean that you’re never too far away from the other great capital cities of the European mainland. The closeness of the rest of Europe means that many institutions offer work placements and periods of study there.

Geography and Climate: The United Kingdom lies Western Europe, islands including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea, northwest of France. The climate of United Kingdom is mild and damp, with temperatures moderated by the light winds that blow in off its relatively warm seas. Temperatures inland don’t get much below freezing in winter (December to February), or much above 30°C (86°F) in summer (June to August). You can expect cloudy weather and light drizzle in any part of the UK at any time.

Population and Language: 60,609,153, English

Tuition Fees: Since Tuition fees vary from school to school, please contact our office for information.

Living Expense: 4500-5500 UK Pounds/Year

Cost of Living: You are entitled to many discounts if you have a student or International youth travel card. This includes discounted entry to museums, cinemas and clubs. the cost of accommodation and day to day living expenses are significantly lower than the capital.

Student work: Students can work part-time during the term (up to 20 hours a week) and full-time during the vacations.

Student Life in United Kingdom: In the UK you’ll be eating in a canteen not a dining hall and sleeping in a hall not a dorm. Unions are the hubs of student life on UK campuses, providing entertainment and advisory services and overseeing clubs. from pubs to killer clubs, indie music concerts to student theater productions, UK students love to go out and have fun! Sports are central to UK university life, with students of all ability levels playing to get fit, meet friends and learn something new, with Europe at your doorstep and four UK countries to explore, you can live out your backpacking dream. The UK today is a cosmopolitan and diverse society. As a student, you will meet classmates from all over the world.

Why choose Hilderstone College?

Hilderstone College has an international reputation for providing the highest quality courses for students and teachers of English. As one of our students, you will:

Improve your English fast at one of the best language schools in the UK

Hilderstone is about providing quality in all that we do. We have one of the most highly qualified and experienced teaching teams in the UK, who uses fully up to date methods. And because they are permanently based at Hilderstone, we have full control over the quality of our teaching and courses. They will help you to learn in a way that suits you best and will check your progress regularly.

Courses are very intensive with a minimum of 25 hours per week in a small class (average 8-9 students, maximum 12).

Every effort is made to ensure a good nationality mix both in your classroom and the college in general. You will also have free use of our superb, fully equipped Multimedia Learning Centre, including email and internet access.

Enjoy the UK

Broadstairs is a beautiful coastal town, with wonderful beaches, on the lovely South-East Coast of England. It has excellent transport links to London, Canterbury and Europe, and all the facilities you would expect to find in a popular town. Unlike many large cities, it’s a friendly place with excellent residential areas close to the college. We also run a free programme of social and cultural activities* designed to help you make friends, use your English and have fun! There is something on offer for everyone to ensure you have as good an experience outside the classroom as you do in it!

Enjoy your learning

We believe that the happier you are, the more you will learn. Every member of our staff will work hard to ensure that you are happy in class, in College, in your free time and with your host family.

Meet people from the UK and all over the world

Hilderstone is a warm, friendly college with a lively atmosphere and a real international community. It is also a cultural centre for British people and you will have plenty of chance to mix with them too. You could even choose to take an Adult Education class and study in the evenings alongside local British people. However you choose to spend your time, you will leave Hilderstone with friends from the UK and all over the world!

Study Facilities at Hilderstone

Multimedia Learning Centre

The Multimedia Learning Centre is open every day for self-access study and is an ideal learning environment. The Centre is equipped with the latest study facilities and resources, and an experienced member of staff is always available to help you.

Computer Workstations

You will have free access to a suite of modern, flat-screen computers and a range of educational software to help you learn. You will also have free internet and email access, with full Asian languages support. So you can let your friends and family know what a great time you’re having!

Listening Centre

In our modern listening centre, you can develop your listening skills for all areas of life. We have a fully indexed library of listening materials, each with an accompanying book or worksheet.

Audio-Visual Stations

Video helps you to learn new information and improve your listening skills in an effective and enjoyable way. Choose from our wide selection of educational and cultural programmes and films, all with supporting materials

Library and Reading Area

In our quiet area for reading and private study you will find all the course books, dictionaries, exam papers, books and magazines you need for reference. There are also special texts and exercises to help you increase your reading speed and comprehension. You can borrow books from our library to use at home, and from the public library nearby.

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Charles Darwin University is privileged to educate more than 18,000 students in Australia’s tropical north and central desert regions. The University has all of the advantages of a new generation multi sector university, including vigour, creativity, flexibility and freedom from the constraints of tradition. Its true character and richness stems from its location in the Northern Territory of Australia.

International students have the option of being able to study at campuses in Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs and Katherine. The largest campus is in Darwin: a youthful, multicultural, cosmopolitan, and robust, tropical city in a territory that is steeped in Aboriginal tradition and culture and which enjoys a close interaction with the peoples of Southeast Asia.

With international students from over fifty five countries you will have the opportunity to study in a multicultural environment that will add richness to your international experience.

Study Options for International Students

More than 75 nationally recognised and accredited programs for international students; several Masters and Bachelor programs have industry internships that give students the experience to develop work ready skills in their professions, working with local employers.

Graduates Opportunities

CDU Graduates have the best career and employment prospects. Some choose to return home, confident that their CDU degree has prepared them for their future careers. Some choose to pursue their careers in the Northern Territory. They can take advantage of the unique relationship between CDU and the NT Government to develop their career and for migration sponsorship.

Employment and Career Opportunities

The Northern Territory is the fastest growing economy in Australia due to our rich natural and mineral resources, agriculture and tourism. There is a constant high demand for skilled and qualified workers in business, engineering, IT, tourism and hospitality, health, education, communications and the public services sector.

• Graduates with good English language skills quickly find employment in their area of professional training
• CDU graduates have the best chance for a Skilled Graduate working Visa; if they are good employees, their employer may sponsor them for permanent residency.

Migration Opportunities

Graduates with at least two years of study at CDU, are eligible for NT Government migration sponsorship.

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Frederick University is an energetic and vibrant private university operating in the Republic of Cyprus, a member state of the European Union. The University, enjoying respect and recognition both nationally and internationally, offers a broad range of academic programmes of study in the areas of Science, Engineering, Business, Tourism, Arts, Media and Education. The University has a strong focus on academic research, being one of the leading research organisations in the country.

With its dedication to academic excellence, provision of innovative and high-quality programmes of study and active research, Frederick University is an ideal destination for young people interested in obtaining the knowledge, skills and free thinking needed to address the challenges of the modern world.

Frederick University operates from two campuses, one in Nicosia and another in Limassol.

Mission

Frederick University is dedicated to providing high quality education through teaching and research in the areas of Technology, Business, Art and Design, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences as well as a systematic contribution to the wider social context.

The university’s main objectives are:

The promotion of science, knowledge and education through teaching and research aiming at the enhancement of society in general, dissemination, application and scientific exchange of knowledge and the provision of high quality, internationally recognized undergraduate and postgraduate education.

At Frederick the education offered is of high quality and leads to accredited qualifications that ensure the University’s graduates professional career and advancement in Cyprus and abroad. Our faculty is encouraged to explore new ideas in teaching, learning and research, and to pursue educational objectives inspired by the privilege of scholarly inquiry, and in accord with Frederick University ethos and stated principles. Frederick University is committed to fruitful partnership and cooperation with other educational institutions, industry, society and government for the purpose of advancing knowledge, strengthening productivity and creating conditions conducive to the betterment of life in the 21st-century.

Why choose Frederick University

University Status

Frederick University is fully recognized both within the Republic of Cyprus but also in Europe and internationally, offering its graduates qualifications with international merit and stature. The University functions a quality assurance committee to ensure that the level of education offered to its students is always of the highest level and globally respected.

Wide Range of Study Options

Frederick University is one of the largest private universities in Cyprus and offers a wide and diverse range of programs of study, many of which are available in Cyprus only at Frederick. It is worth stating that the University has programs of study in distinct disciplines allowing the student to meet his/her true needs, offering a total of 17 programs of study, organised in fifteen (13) Departments and six (6) Schools. In its effort to continuously expand the educational options of its student population, the University plans the introduction of several other innovative programs.

The university initially commences functioning with six schools:

• SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCES
• SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC SCIENCES AND ADMINISTRATION
• SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
• SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, FINE AND APPLIED ARTS
• SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
• SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Flexibility in Learning

Frederick University offers the choice of day and evening classes, full time and part time mode of study. It also offers Summer English Programmes and Foundation Programmes. This flexibility in teaching is designed to meet students learning requirements so as to maximize their potential in education.

Top Facilities

One of the University’s main advantages is its impressive and extensive range of academic facilities. Both campuses feature well-stocked libraries and up-to-date, laboratory and studio facilities to support each and every program of study. Frederick University operates its own television station (FredTV) and a radio station (Radio Frederick). The improvement and updating of teaching and learning resources is a main principle of Frederick educational philosophy.

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KES COLLEGE has two building sites. The main building is located close to the centre of Nicosia and provides students access to banks, post offices, shops and other services. The second building is situated in a walking distance from the main building and comprises of lecture rooms, computer labs, a cafeteria and administrative offices.

Library

The Library is a fundamental part of the teaching and learning environment of KES COLLEGE. The major objective of the Library is to sustain a sufficient collection of books and other material, which meets the educational needs of students and the professional needs of the teaching and administrative staff. Further the College maintains services of high quality which encourage the adequate and appropriate use of the Library both by students and by faculty. Qualified librarian is available to assist and provide advice on library procedures. The Library is open five days a week.

Computer Facilities

Open access computing facilities are available for all students. The three computer labs are fully equipped with all the necessary software and hardware. Students have free access to the labs and free access to the Internet.

Cooking Labs

For students who are studying food and hospitality programmes, the fully equipped cooking and pastry labs offer the opportunity of working in a real kitchen environment

Beauty Salons

The hairdressing and beauty therapy department now has four beauty salons and two hairdressing salons, designed to offer our students the right environment for learning and developing the wide range of skills and knowledge that makes them employable in all sectors of the hair and beauty industries.

Cafeteria

A student cafeteria is available at each building (main and branch) and opens during normal college hours. It offers drinks and snacks and it can be used by students who want to socialise with friends and faculty.

Sound Studio

The students of the Journalism & Public Relations Course have the opportunity to practice Radio Production in the KES COLLEGE sound studio which is fully equipped with professional studio machinery of the latest technology.

Chemistry Lab

A fully equipped Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Technology lab is available for the students of the courses Pharmacy Technicians, Beauty Therapy and Medical Representatives.

Lecture Rooms

There are 17 lecture rooms, fully equipped with all the necessary audio-visual equipment.

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