An increasing number of students are deciding to move abroad for higher studies for the value it offers and once they decide for it, the next step is to choose the destination. They have a whole lot of choices but to finalize the ultimate one is tougher.
The list of top destinations is given below –
USA
It is the most preferred destination of all and the numbers of students enrolling for US universities are increasing day by day. Indian students enroll for undergraduate, graduate and post graduate program. Some of the most popular universities are Harvard University, Yale University, California University of technology, University of Michigan, Columbia University.
UK
It is one of the popular destinations for international students owing to its high quality of education. Even though one has passed out his secondary school exams from his country the student has to undergo one-year foundation course to qualify for higher courses in UK. The undergraduate program lasts for 3-4 years while different universities offer pre masters and a one -year program. A student has to take up a subject and specialize in the same. It would prepare the student to take up a Masters program eventually. The major degree is the postgraduate degree which stretches for one to three years while the research degrees last for one to three years.
CANADA
Canada is fast growing as leading destination for the international students. The literacy rate in Canada is as high as 96 % and government is taking initiatives to promote the literacy in an emphatic manner. Most of the universities offer graduate and undergraduate program. Higher education can be pursued just after the completion of compulsory secondary education. One can either switch on to job just after completion of undergraduate course or take up higher studies for masters or postgraduate degrees. Masters degree can be attained after the completion of one or two academic sessions. Post postgraduate courses one can focus on research work for doctoral degree, which is the highest level of study. London School of Business and Finance, University of New Brunswick, University of Canada West, Mohawk College are some of the popular colleges of Canada.
AUSTRALIA
Australia is fast catching up with the US and UK in terms of student enrollment for higher studies. They facilitate the students with diplomas, bachelors and masters degree and even doctoral as well as postgraduate diplomas. Students pursuing higher education have the discretion of enrolling in flexible subjects at the choice of their institution. Deven Verma of Melbourne University says “The education system here promotes creativity and enables one to think independently and equip with the skills which will later on help them in dealing with the practical situations in life.” Some of the famous universities are the Australian National University, Melbourne , Sydney , University of Queensland, University of New South Wales, Monash University, University of Western Australia and Adelaide University.