Going to study abroad is a dream for many, but the leading countries for Indians in this regard have recently made many policy changes. Before you start looking for the best education consultants in Delhi, you should know about these new policies to make the best decision for yourself.
Canada
The biggest change that Canada has made in their international student policies is to set an intake cap on several students coming to study in the country. It has already been implemented this year which has seen a dramatic 35% decrease in international student permits. The amount required to cover living expenses in Canada has nearly doubled to $20,635. There is also a limit to spousal working permits and other such changes. These changes have limited the opportunity of those wanting to pursue undergraduate courses in Canada but are beneficial for those looking for post-graduation courses.
UK
Starting this year, the UK government has brought in changes that massively changed the student visa requirements. From this year, dependent visa for students is not allowed under any category, except for PhD and postgraduate students. Again, these changes will help Indian students going for postgraduate or higher studies in the UK. Thankfully, the graduate roue visa, which allows international students to work for 2 years after completing their course is still there. Data shows that Indian students have overwhelmingly found visas through this route, nearly 42%. But more stringent tests are being put in place so that only the best students join the universities. One of them is a mandatory English test like IELTS. The UK government is also coming down heavily on universities and colleges with unusually high rates of dropouts of international students. The main aim of the changes is to limit immigration through loopholes in the Graduate Route Visa system.
Australia
Another favourite destination for Indian students, Australia also brought about a host of changes in their international student policies. One of them is the increase in the required amount for living cost for the whole duration of the course, another is the reducing the maximum number of hours a student can work during study years and semester to 48 hours per 14 days. But the good news is, Australia is again accepting TOEFL scores from May of this year.
So, seeing all these policy changes, aspirant international students from India may feel daunted. This is why it is very important to look for the best education consultants in Delhi. Select one after due diligence to make your foreign higher education dream come true.