Canada to open borders to international students from Oct 20
International students will be able to enter Canada from October 20 if the institution they are studying at has a Covid-19 readiness plan approved by their local provincial
UK: Face to face teaching viral for Int’l students
Nearly half (45%) of prospective international students interested in studying in the UK have said they will only feel comfortable travelling overseas to study when campuses are open and face-to-face teaching has resumed, according to research by QS Quacquarelli Symonds.
Australia: Health Minister renews his push to reopen Melbourne at pace
Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has seized on Melbourne’s run of low virus numbers to again urge the Victorian government to wind back coronavirus restrictions.
The recent trend...
US: Complicated student visa rule changes proposed
International students will be limited to a fixed two or four year stay in the US under a new visa rule proposed by the Trump administration, in a move that would end the country’s current ‘duration of status’ policy.
HOW TO ACTIVATE YOUR OSHC – Overseas Student Health Cover?
Activating your OSHC policy, you are immediately covered the medical expenses while you’re studying in Australia. OSHC keeps you against the costs of medical treatment when you get sick or have an accident, which can cost thousands of dollars!
Australia biometric collection centre resume limited operations from 21/09/202
From 21 September 2020, Australian Biometric Collection Centres will resume limited operation to assist customers with their Biometric enrolment for the following
Two subclasses only:
- 500 – Student
- 590 – Student Guardian
Felling sick? Allianz Care Australia has many options for you to see a doctor
In Australia, we see a local doctor (or General Practitioner, known as a GP) when we are sick or have a medical incident. You can make an apointment with any GP in a medical centre across Australia. If you are feeling sick, Allianz Care Australia has many options for you to see a doctor.
Should you be considering a virtual internship?
For many international students in Australia who are searching for a foothold up the ladder in their chosen career, internships provide a helping hand. They are an effective way to give university graduates a chance in major companies so that they can learn and grow while earning some money.
10 FUN THINGS TO DO IN AUSTRALIA THIS WINTER BREAK
The winter break is just around the corner, which means you can start planning some time off from your studies. As interstate border restrictions start to ease, you can also tour other...
HOW TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE YOUR MONEY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
One of the most important components of adjusting to life in a new country is learning how to budget appropriately in that country. As an international student, you’re away from your...
AUSTRALIA’S UNIVERSITY FEE OVERHAUL TO MAKE STEM COURSES CHEAPER THAN ARTS
The Australian government has proposed a university fee overhaul that will see reduced rates for STEM courses, but increased rates for arts and humanities courses.
This plan aims to...
HOW TO WIN A SCHOLARSHIP
Sometimes, a bit of extra study assistance can go a long way. If you are interested in earning a scholarship, we’ve put together some handy scholarship application tips to help you...
